Parks are where families gather, kids play, and communities come together; however, when someone gets hurt, whether due to broken playground equipment, unsafe walking paths, or poor maintenance, park injury liability quickly becomes a serious concern. If you or a loved one was injured at a park in Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, or Rock Island, establishing […]
Establishing liability is essential for filing a personal injury claim after a car accident. One of the best ways to do this is by reviewing dashcam footage. Dashcams are becoming one of the most valuable tools for determining fault and gathering evidence after a crash. The use of this new technology is even more vital […]
At Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, our motorcycle accident lawyers have more than 50 years of experience representing injured Quad City riders. We’ve learned a few things about Illinois and Iowa motorcycle accident statistics that we’d like to share. Knowing this information may help motorcyclists and drivers be more aware of making decisions that make our […]
Unlike other legal services, such as business law, real estate law, estate planning, or family law, where an initial consultation may come with a fee, personal injury consultations stand out. They are unique because they are offered without any charge. That’s because personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay […]
The Quad Cities Summer Games are a treasured local event that brings together athletes of all ages to compete in a variety of sporting events. The Two Rivers YMCA co-hosts this annual, multi-week competition and community celebration. This year, the event features pickleball, shuffleboard, bocce ball, a 5K, and more. With any athletic event, there […]
Broken bones, or fractures, are one of the most common injuries, with 6.3 million fractures occurring in the United States every year. The scope of fractures is vast and can range from mild to potentially catastrophic. Even minor fractures can impact your life, leading to costly medical bills, lost wages from missing work, and potentially […]
“The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” — Albert Einstein. If even a genius found taxes complicated, you’re not alone in wondering: Is my Injury Settlement Taxable in Illinois or Iowa? The answer isn’t always straightforward. Some portions of your settlement are tax-free, while others may be subject to federal […]
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, dispelling myths, and educating the public about the realities of brain injuries. The Brain Injury Association of America reports that a brain injury occurs every nine seconds in the United States. Even with numbers that high, the general public still has many misconceptions […]
At Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, we were excited to host a special proclamation ceremony for the City of Rock Island to honor our team member Christine Keys’ daughter, Madison Keys. As a native of Rock Island, Madison has brought great pride to her hometown by ranking as high as No. 5 in women’s singles by […]
Every spring, drivers in Illinois and Iowa notice a change in their daily routines as Daylight Saving Time (DST) pushes the clocks forward by one hour. Although this adjustment might seem small, DST significantly affects driving, particularly regarding road safety. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2017, there were 91,000 police-reported […]