Leading and Emerging Lawyers
Leading Lawyers is an award reserved for the most reputable, respected, and experienced lawyers. Law Bulletin Media compiles this list of outstanding lawyers by surveying other lawyers in the state, asking them which of their peers they would recommend to a family member or friend if they could not take a case within their area of law or geographic region.…Read More
The Dangers of Below-Freezing Temperatures
Central Illinois is expected to face record-breaking wind chills throughout this week. As the polar vortex comes our way, we will see wind chill temperatures that could be as low as 40 below zero in parts of Central Illinois. When temperatures are this low, frostbite can occur in less than 10 minutes, so it is best to stay inside as…Read More
Senior Associate Andy Purcell Live on Air
You can listen to Andy's full interview here: [audio mp3="/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Andy-Jan-2019.mp3"][/audio] Andy Purcell, a Senior Associate at Spiros Law, was recently featured on the River and Valley radio stations in Kankakee. While on the air, he answered some general questions about our firm and how you can benefit from working with Spiros Law P.C. He starts off by sharing the practice areas…Read More
How Can You Prevent a Dog Bite?
Dogs can be some of our closest companions and we often think of them as affectionate pets and loyal friends. Millions of households across the United States have a dog as a pet, however, sometimes those dogs can bite. Not only are these bites painful, but they can also cause infection, injury, or nerve damage which puts the victim at…Read More
Andrew Purcell Featured on River Country Radio Station
Senior associate, Andrew Purcell, was featured on River Country radio station in Kankakee where he shared different tips on how to safely drive during the winter season. Andrew stated that it is important to drive slowly, defensively, and pay attention to other cars and trucks around you. Unfortunately, no matter how many precautions you take, sometimes accidents are unavoidable due…Read More
When Companies Value Profits Over People
Today, more and more corporations are recognizing the importance of putting people over profits. This means leaders are understanding that profits come secondary to the value of employees and customers, putting respect, care, and kindness first. The idea is that when employees feel valued, they work harder, with more integrity, and their passions increase significantly. When customers respect the value's…Read More
Driving Safely Around Semi-Trucks
Driving around semi trucks is a daily reality for all drivers. Semis are different than regular vehicles and we have to acknowledge this while sharing the road with them. Driving next to semis can present many dangers on the road, mostly due to the size of the vehicle. Because these vehicles are so large they take longer to stop, have…Read More
Senior Associate Patricia Gifford Live on Air
Spiros Law Senior Associate, Patricia Gifford, was recently featured on both the River and Valley radio stations in Kankakee, where she answered questions about nursing home abuse and neglect. Patricia specializes in nursing home litigation and medical malpractice, but her primary focus is nursing home litigation. In the interview, she explains the different signs that may indicate nursing home abuse…Read More
Holiday Driving Safety Tips
Holidays are meant to be a joyful and relaxing time, but the holiday season is accompanied by a large increase in accidents on the nation's highways. Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday travel season, meaning there are significantly higher amounts of traffic on the roads starting now and ending after New Years. As the number of vehicles on roadways increases, the…Read More
Steps to Take After a Car Accident
According to Illinois Crash Facts and Statistics of 2016, Kankakee County had a total of 2,344 car accidents, with 21 being fatal and 663 resulting in injury. Car accidents are among the most common types of crashes that result in fatalities or injuries, and that is no exception in Kankakee County. No matter how many safety precautions you take while…Read More