CHICAGO, IL – Today, attorneys from Disparti Law Group and the Karlin Law Firm, LLC announced a $2 million settlement in the case of three young boys who were groomed and sexually abused by Andrew...
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10 Safety Tips for Winter Driving
Fall in Chicago is one of the most beautiful times of the year. The red and gold leaves paint the city and the crisp cool breeze brings a much-needed reprieve from the summer heat. While Fall is a...
Is Workplace Bullying Illegal? | Hostile Work Environment
According to the Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI), an estimated 48.6 million Americans, or about 30% of the workforce, are bullied at work. That means millions of Americans go to work in fear,...
55 Terms Every Union Member Should Know
At Disparti Law Group Accident & Injury Lawyers, we proudly support several local unions in Chicago and the surrounding area. We want union members to feel safe, protected, and empowered as they...
Here’s What Nursing Homes Are Not Allowed To Do
Moving yourself or your loved one into a nursing home is a difficult decision. The last thing you should anyone should have to worry about is whether or not that nursing home lives up to the high...
Can You Get Disability Benefits for Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic illness characterized by swelling and inflammation of the airways from the nose and mouth to the lungs. These airways narrow, resulting in difficulty breathing. One in 12 people...
Construction Site Injuries: What You Need to Know
Cities like Chicago are ever-expanding and as housing needs continue to increase, even the suburbs are becoming more densely populated. As communities grow, construction projects naturally become...
Types Of Worker’s Compensation Claims
Worker’s Compensation claims are much more common than you may think. You might be surprised to know that they can happen anywhere, not just at dangerous work sites. Did you know that there are many...
I Was Denied Disability Benefits for the 2nd (or 3rd) Time
You filed your initial application to receive Social Security benefits and were denied. You then submitted a request for reconsideration and were denied again. If you've been denied social security...
What is Personal Injury?
Suffering an injury is one thing but to suffer an injury caused by another person is a completely different story. It's expected that we all, as members of society, do our part to ensure that our...
Car Seat Laws in Illinois | 2024 Update
Car crashes continue to be a leading cause of death for children in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 124,172 children ages 14...
Disparti Law Group Secures Reinstatement for Correctional Officer Wrongfully Terminated Over Force Claims
Attorney Cass T. Casper of the Disparti Law Group secured a major win resulting in the reinstatement of correctional officer David Beltran who was wrongfully terminated over false claims of...
Boar’s Head Listeria Outbreak 2024 | When to Call a Lawyer
On July 24, 2024, Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc. issued a recall for its deli meat products due to possible contamination by a dangerous bacteria called Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria is the...
Red Light Cameras in Chicago | What You Need to Know
Smile, you're on camera! Except with this camera, you might not feel like smiling. Anyone who's spent time driving around Chicago has probably come face-to-face with the little eye in the sky -- a...
Is Schizophrenia a Disability? | Guide to Social Security Disability Benefits
Schizophrenia is a disease that affects approximately 2.8 million adults in the U.S. While there is no cure for schizophrenia, research has led to safer and more innovative treatments. Still, even...
Disparti Law Group Defends Two CCDOC Directors Suspended Without Pay, Reasons Unknown for 2 Years
Disparti Law Group attorney Cass T. Casper represents two directors, Drake Carpenter and Aracelis Gotay, who were wrongfully suspended without pay and eventually fired without explanation. Neither...
Disparti Law Group Wins $800,000 Settlement After Dump Truck Slams Into 5 Motorcyclists in Tennessee
(CHICAGO) August 20, 2024 -- Today, we celebrate Disparti Law Group attorney Amanda Martin and her team for closing an $800,000 settlement for five motorcyclists tragically hit by a dump truck on...
Pedestrian Right-of-Way Laws in Chicago
Chicago is one of the most walkable cities in America. With that said, the increased number of pedestrians can create unique challenges for other motorists on the road. To keep every traveling...
Top 8 Reasons Why Employment Lawyers Decline Cases
Following a client's free consultation, our team takes the time to evaluate your employment case to determine whether we can represent you. During this process, we take a close look at the specific...
DISPARTI LAW PAYS INSURANCE AND MORE SO CHI-TOWN CATS CAN PERFORM IN PARADE
Yesterday, Disparti Law was heartbroken when we saw the story on ABC7 News about the Chi-Town Cats not being able to perform in this year's Bud Billiken parade. This cheer team has a legacy in the...
Chicago Tip Credit Phases Out Starting July 1, 2024 | “One Fair Wage” Ordinance
The minimum wage in the U.S. first emerged in 1938 when Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Fair Labor Standards Act into law. While minimum wage is an important cornerstone of fair labor laws,...
Is a Heart Attack at Work Covered by Workers’ Comp?
According to the American Heart Association, approximately 350,000 individuals lose their lives due to cardiac arrest each year in the United States. And about 805,000 Americans will experience a...
Canned Coffee Recalled Due to Risk of Fatal Food Poisoning
You might have heard about the big coffee recall recently issued in June 2024. Over 300 canned coffee products produced by Snapchill coffee, a Wisconsin-based company, were recalled due to a...
Dangers of Heatstroke in Nursing Home Residents
The earth's changing climate has lead to a greater occurrence of extremely hot temperatures each year. The impact of this has resulted in greater dangers for vulnerable populations, particularly the...
Disparti Law Group Announces Sponsorship of Kyla Robinson-Hubbard in 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials
CHICAGO, IL (June 19, 2024) -- Attorney Larry Disparti and the Disparti Law Group is proud to announce its sponsorship of Olympic hopeful, Kyla Robinson-Hubbard as she competes in the 2024 U.S....
Takata Airbag Recall | When to Call a Lawyer
When car accidents happen, we depend on our vehicle's safety features such as airbags to help protect us from severe or even fatal injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
Understanding Swimming Pool Laws | Premises Liability
A Chicago summer is what Chicagoans live for. After months of the frigid cold and heavy winds, there's nothing like soaking up the sun poolside. As much as a day at the pool can bring respite, it...
Common Myths And Misconceptions About Disability
Common Myths And Misconceptions About Disability Managing the world of disability benefits can be complex. There is an abundance of information and advice out there, so how do you know which action...
Bicycle Dooring Accidents and Who’s At Fault
Riding a bicycle through a busy city like Chicago comes with specific risks. Cyclists must always be on their guard and aware of their surroundings to avoid dangers while riding alongside motor...
Kendall County Jury Awards $136,200 for Injured Truck Driver After Just $40k Settlement Offer From State Farm
YORKVILLE, IL (May 16, 2024) -- A Kendall County jury awards $136,200 to semi-truck driver, Jerome Pollnitz, for injuries he sustained in a crash on Highway 47 in 2017. This decision comes after the...
Can You Get Spinal Stenosis Disability Benefits?
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition that affects millions worldwide. Approximately 11% of adults in the U.S. suffer from this condition. A person's spinal stenosis can begin to interfere with...
Understanding Key Differences Between FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and Social Security Disability
When you have suffered an injury or have been diagnosed with an illness, your first thought may be, "What do I do about work?" Fortunately there are several options available but it's important to...
Motorcycle Safety Gear | Protect Yourself From Injuries
Motorcycle accidents happen. In fact, in one year, 13.8% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes involved a motorcycle as well as 3.9% of all injury crashes. Wearing the right motorcycle safety gear can,...
Disparti Law Group Represents Chicago Teen Critically Injured in Hit-and-Run Near School
APRIL 17, 2024 (Chicago, IL) -- Disparti Law Group has taken on the case to represent 15-year-old Maari Roberson who was critically injured in a hit-and-run accident on his way home from school on...
Disparti Law Group Wins For Mother of 2 Boarded Up In Harvey Apartment
Stacy Price along with several other tenants in Harvey, IL woke up to banging sounds one morning and discovered they were trapped in a boarded-up apartment. Price had to break down the boarded-up...
DLG Names Loyola University Senior Will Smythe the Inaugural Player of the Year
Disparti Law Group is proud to present its inaugural Player of the Year award to Will Smythe of Loyola University’s Men’s Basketball Team. This year, Loyola University’s Men’s Basketball Team...
Do I Need An Attorney to Apply for Social Security Benefits?
Many people are under the false impression that filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Social is as easy as filling out a few simple forms—unfortunately, this is not the case....
Sepsis in Elderly | Causes and Symptoms
When an elderly person becomes septic, it can be catastrophic to their health and even result in death. Nursing homes that care for this vulnerable population are expected to do everything possible...
Disparti Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against the Village of Flossmoor on Behalf of Police Chief
CHICAGO, IL - This morning attorneys from Disparti Law Group filed a civil rights lawsuit in the Northern District of the US District Court against the Village of Flossmoor and the Village Manager,...
Understanding Your Garrity Rights | Internal Investigations, OPR, and More
If you are a public employee, meaning the government is your employer, you are afforded certain rights for that very reason. Garrity is one of the most important of those rights if you are ever...
How to Get Social Security Disability for Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
Back pain is often an unfortunate consequence of aging. For many, it is no more than an occasional nuisance that can go away with a simple Advil. However, for others, this back pain is severe and...
How To File a Nursing Home Complaint In Illinois
If you notice something wrong about the care you or your loved one is receiving at a nursing home, you may need to file a nursing home complaint. The process in Illinois is simple. It's also a good...
Unsafe Work Conditions | Security Sergeant Wrongfully Terminated for Not Responding to Bomb Threat
Some jobs are more dangerous than others. However, regardless of the type of work, you agree to the risks that may or may not be associated with accepting that position. As a long-time security...
Harvey Residents Trapped in Boarded-Up Homes | Tenant Rights and Protections From Unsafe Living Conditions
To start the new year, several Harvey residents were boarded up while still in their homes after the city shut down the apartment complex for unsafe living conditions. Nothing justifies this gross...
More Than 300 New Illinois Laws Took Effect In 2024 | Online Harassment, Workers’ Rights, Public Health, and More
For many of us, a new year means a new beginning, a fresh start. Whether it be a starting point for chasing after a long-forgotten dream or simply creating for ourselves a better life. Fortunately,...
Disparti Law Group Prevails Over Labor Arbitration Hurdle
Because of the hard work of labor unions throughout U.S. history, workers have more rights than ever before. However, the work is far from over as large corporations continue to find opportunities...
Disparti Ambassador Party Survey
Holiday Party Survey Thank you for attending our holiday party! We would love to hear your feedback to make future events even better. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey....
Disparti Stands with Family of Man Killed in Department of Corrections Custody… Demands Answers and Justice.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 – Today, civil rights attorneys Larry Disparti, Andrew M. Stroth, and members of his legal team stood with family members at a press conference regarding the death of Othel Moore,...
Dealing With Insurance Companies In Wrongful Death Claims
When faced with the tragedy of a wrongful death, dealing with insurance companies can be a daunting and complex task. At Disparti Law Group, our Chicago, IL wrongful death lawyer guides our clients...
Lawsuit Filed Against Chicago Board of Education/CPS in Sexual Allegation Case
DECEMBER 12, 2023 - Today, attorneys from The Karlin Law Firm, LLC and Disparti Law Group announced a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education, including Federico Garcia Lorca Elementary...
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