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Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
A trucking accident can be a terrifying experience for all involved. These crashes occur when a driver loses control of their vehicle and hits another car or object. If you have been hurt in such an incident with a commercial vehicle, it is essential to know what...
What Does a Summary Judgment Mean in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
At the summary judgment phase of your case, the defendant's lawyer will present all facts and evidence they can to get the court to dismiss your case before trial begins. This could include police reports, signed witness statements, or other relevant materials they...
When to Consult an Attorney After a Car Accident
The sooner, the better! Once you hire a lawyer, they can assist you in getting the necessary help covering medical bills, lost wages, and more. They can also help you receive damages for pain and suffering that resulted from the incident. Seeking advice right away...
Brian Coffman Recognized as 2023 Super Lawyer
We are excited to announce that Owner and Founding Attorney Brian Coffman, was selected as a 2023 Super Lawyer. Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys nationwide, across a variety of practice areas and firm sizes, using a patented process of independent research...
What is Hole-in-One Insurance?
For centuries, golfers all over the world have tried to accomplish the elusive hole-in-one that is usually more based on luck than skill. Some leave victorious, while most leave defeated. The walk to the 19th green in the clubhouse after a round can be one of misery,...
Jaywalking – Be Careful Where you Cross!!!
Most big cities throughout the country have numerous laws or rules in place that their citizens are completely unaware of. In the City of Chicago, for example, one of these overlooked laws is the prohibition against Jaywalking in certain areas. Yes, something that...
What is an Attorney-Client Privilege?
Protection from Public or Legal Disclosure One of the more commercialized aspects of being an attorney is the infamous attorney-client privilege. As popularized in TV shows and movies, attorney-client privilege is generally known as a client sharing a detailed...
A Look at the Illinois Dead Man’s Act
This post takes a look at a law unique to Illinois called the DEAD MAN’S ACT. The Illinois Dead-Man’s Act is a statute that prevents parties to litigation from testifying about their own conversations with a deceased person if that conversation would provide evidence...
Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting & Remington Settlement
This post continues Coffman Law’s “In the News” series, which focuses on recent headlines and examines the legal issues relevant to current news. This week we look at gun manufacturer Remington’s $73 million dollar settlement with 9 victims of the Sandy Hook...
Self-Driving Cars and Negligence Claims
A Tesla Driver from California has been charged with manslaughter following a crash involving the use of Tesla’s self-driving Autopilot system. According to an article by Business Insider this is the first time a fatal Autopilot crash has led to felony charges for...
