P&N BLOG | Common Personal Injury Legal Terms
When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, parts of the process can be overwhelming; with terms you may have never heard before. To help you navigate these legal terms, below we have compiled a list of the most common terms you may encounter during your personal injury...
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P&N BLOG | The Law Offices of Parente & Norem Sponsor Annual De La Salle Institute Golf Outing
The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C. was proud to be a sponsor of the annual De La Salle Institute Golf Outing held July 18, 2024 at Silver Lakes Country Club in Orland Park. This golf outing benefits the scholarship fund of the De La Salle Institute to ensure that...
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P&N BLOG | Parente & Norem Welcomes Summer Law Clerks Elizabeth Borchardt and Matthew Korcek
Please join us in welcoming Parente & Norem’s summer Law Clerks, Elizabeth Borchardt and Matthew Korcek. Matthew currently attends Colorado State University and is pursuing a degree in political science with a concentration in US Government/Law with a minor in Philosophy....
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P&N BLOG | The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C. Proudly Supports The Walter ‘Babe’ Satalic Charity Golf Outing
The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C. recently had the honor of supporting the Ironworkers Local 1 "Babe" Satalic Golf Outing! Held on Monday, June 4, 2024, at the beautiful Silver Lake Country Club in Orland Park, IL, this event brought together the community for a day of golf,...
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P&N BLOG | How Frequent Are Winter Weather-Related Car Accidents in Early Spring in Illinois?
Car accidents are a common occurrence in Illinois, often attributed to various factors, with adverse weather conditions being a significant contributor. Particularly during the early spring months, the lingering winter weather poses heightened risks on the roads. Among the 1.2 million...
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P&N BLOG | Rideshare Accident Rates with Uber and Lyft: 2020 to Today
In recent years, ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the transportation industry, providing convenient and affordable alternatives to traditional taxis and public transit. However, along with their widespread adoption, questions about safety and accident rates...
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P&N BLOG | Meet Alexa Soto!
This week, The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C. would like to introduce you to one of our work injury paralegals, Alexa Soto. Alexa has been with our firm since 2023, and wears many hats! So let’s take a few minutes to get to know her a little better. What is your...
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P&N BLOG | Meet Columba Valentin!
At The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C., we believe in adding a dash of humor and a pinch of personality to our work day. Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing the first person you talk to when you call us or visit our office, Columba Valentin. Columba’s been with the...
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P&N BLOG | How Vehicle Size Is Driving Pedestrian Fatalities
In recent years, there has been a sharp increase in pedestrian fatalities resulting from vehicle crashes in the United States. From 2010 to 2021, the annual number of pedestrian deaths jumped by a staggering 72%, reaching 7,400 fatalities per year. This surge in pedestrian deaths...
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P&N BLOG | Five Reasons Why You Need A Personal Injury Attorney
When you're injured, it can be challenging to assess whether hiring a personal injury attorney is necessary. Initially, you might trust insurance companies to act in your best interest or underestimate the long-term impact of your injuries. However, at the Law Offices of Parente &...
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P&N BLOG | Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Nursing home abuse and neglect is an issue affecting numerous families annually. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), up to 5,000,000 individuals fall victim to elder abuse each year. This is why it is crucial to understand the intricacies surrounding nursing home abuse and...
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P&N BLOG | IDOT Reports Rise in Deadly Traffic Crashes
In a concerning trend revealed by the Illinois Department of Transportation's preliminary data, deadly traffic crashes increased by 2.5% in 2023. The data provided by IDOT paints a stark picture: there were 1,176 fatal collisions in 2023 - 29 more than the previous year....
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