Spiros Law, P.C. Blog

A five-year-old girl from Altamont was involved in a tragic accident at the Effingham County Fair.  The accident occurred during a horse harness race at the fair, where the child was struck by the folding arm of the pace car due to a malfunction when the starting gate on the back of the pace car failed to fold in and…Read More

Fireworks are often a highlight of celebrations, entertaining us with their bright colors and explosive displays. However, a recent incident in London Mills, Illinois serves as a sobering reminder of the potential dangers associated with fireworks. Two individuals, a 22-year-old from rural Maquon and a 21-year-old from Galesburg, suffered hand and finger amputations after lighting off a mortar. While their…Read More

You may have a personal injury case if you have suffered injuries in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. Many people in this situation wonder why some personal injury cases settle before trial while others end up before a judge and jury. The reality is that only a small percentage of personal injury cases make it all the way…Read More

Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental human right that should not be compromised. However, a recent report reveals that nearly a million Illinoisans rely on municipal wells contaminated with toxic forever chemicals, surpassing state health guidelines. In addition, an estimated 1.4 million people depend on private wells, with no systematic approach to testing for these harmful substances. The…Read More

[firm-name] Proudly Promotes Danielle Cain to Partner Champaign, IL – [firm-name], a leading personal injury law firm in central Illinois, is proud to announce the promotion of Danielle E. Cain to Partner. Danielle joined the firm in 2020 and has quickly become an integral part of the team, demonstrating exceptional legal skills and an unwavering commitment to advocating for her…Read More

Five nursing homes in the Champaign area have been fined by the Illinois Department of Public Health for safety violations during the first quarter of this year. The fines ranged from $2,200 to $25,000 for violations of different types, including Type A violations, which are those that have a substantial probability of resulting in death or serious mental or physical…Read More

KANKAKEE COUNTY, IL - May 3, 2023 – [firm-name] is pleased to announce that Senior Associate Andrew Purcell will be the next Associate Judge in the 21st Judicial Circuit in Kankakee County. He has been a member of the [firm-name] team for nearly 8 years where he has fought for justice on behalf of people who have been seriously injured.…Read More

By: James D . Spiros | Last Reviewed & Updated: May 28, 2026 If you have suffered an injury due to someone else's wrongdoing, you deserve fair compensation for your physical, emotional, and financial losses. Personal injury settlements can help offset the costs of medical bills, lost wages, and non-economic losses. But since the whole personal injury process is likely…Read More

Coles County Jury Took Less Than Three Hours to Return the Largest Medical Malpractice Verdict in Illinois History Outside of Cook County. Chicago, Ill. (March 27, 2023) -- A jury in Coles County, Illinois awarded a 19-year-old disabled teen and her parents $40 million last Thursday for birth injuries suffered during childbirth. This is the highest reported medical malpractice verdict…Read More

A serious injury can be a life-altering experience that brings a whirlwind of emotions, including pain, frustration, and uncertainty. You may be dealing with the consequences of a car crash, slip and fall, defective product, or medical malpractice. As the mounting medical bills and lost wages take their toll, you might wonder if you can take legal action against the…Read More