Wrongful Death

Five people, including three from central Illinois, are reported to have been killed in a truck crash on U.S. Highway 40 in Effingham County, Illinois. The tragedy occurred on September 29, 2023, when several vehicles were involved in a crash near Teutopolis, about 75 miles from the state’s capital, Springfield. At least five other people were injured and airlifted to area hospitals for treatment. Responders in hazmat suits tried to rescue those involved and clean…

A very sad start to the July 4th holiday weekend with news of the tragic death of a five-year-old after she apparently drowned Friday afternoon (June 30, 2023) at the Tinley Park-Park District pool. News reports are coming in of the young girl being underwater for an unknown period of time, despite the reported presence of lifeguards and rescuers attempting to resuscitate her. Bradley Cosgrove, partner at Clifford Law Offices, spoke to NBC reporter Natalie…