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A few years ago, the Chief Counsel of the Illinois Attorney Registration and Discipline Commission (ARDC) released surprising and concerning data: 41 percent of solo practitioners in Illinois do not carry malpractice insurance. Of 13,500 solo attorneys in the state,...

If you’re traveling by vehicle with a baby, it’s important to make sure that their car seat is correctly installed so that they’re as safe as possible during your journey. Here are our top ten child car seat safety tips:...

As the father of a three year old, I'm currently teaching my son to ride his first bicycle with training wheels. It is a fun and exciting process for both of us. I shot a quick video to share some...

Winter weather in the Midwest can be beautiful but also somewhat unpredictable. Safe winter driving is possible with some planning and preparation. Knowing what you are facing in advance will allow you to be prepared and help ensure a safe...

My Aunt Brenda was one of my all-time favorite people. She was generous, wise, incredibly funny, and always encouraging. For years she worked as a school lunch lady. She always watched for the kids who came to school without a...

Safety Tips for Dogs at the Holidays Holidays can be stressful for everyone, even family dogs, and it’s  important to be extra careful about dog bites, particularly if you’re a dog owner or the parent of a young child: Tips...

With Halloween on the horizon, we wanted to take some time to go over some safety tips for this popular holiday! Drive with extra caution on Halloween night to protect those excited children running from door to door. Slow down...

A recent article in the Journal of Pediatrics, Dog Bites in Children Surge during Coronavirus Disease-2019: A Case for Enhanced Prevention, discusses a spike in child-related dog bites during the COVID-19 pandemic. This trend is not at all surprising, with...

I recently had the pleasure of joining my friends Derek and Grant of Shelbyville Insurance Services for an episode of the D&G Show, where they interview local professionals to share practical tips and advice with their audience. We covered several...

Considering purchasing a "No Soliciting" sign for your home and for the home of any relatives or loved ones who may have higher risk factors for COVID-19. Last Thursday, our evening was interrupted by the doorbell, our three little dogs...