Most people believe that having Umbrella coverage means that all the insurance policies are covered under the protection of the “umbrella,” but that is not necessarily the case. As we previously discussed in the Full Coverage Insurance blog, there are three types of insurance. Continuing with our glass analogy, the “glass” represents the type of…
Scott Barber is the founding partner and lead attorney at Barber Law Offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. With decades of experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation, Scott has dedicated his career to helping clients recover justice and fair compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer and a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer,” he combines compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy. Scott also teaches paralegal students at Harper College and regularly lectures to attorneys, sharing his expertise in injury law and workers’ compensation.
We hear clients tell us that they have “full coverage” when it comes to their automobile insurance. But what does that mean? Insurance is a product like any other. In the insurance store, the insurance product has several components. Although having a little bit of coverage in each glass is technically considered “full coverage,” that…
Scott Barber is the founding partner and lead attorney at Barber Law Offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. With decades of experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation, Scott has dedicated his career to helping clients recover justice and fair compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer and a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer,” he combines compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy. Scott also teaches paralegal students at Harper College and regularly lectures to attorneys, sharing his expertise in injury law and workers’ compensation.
There are multiple law firms with an extensive advertising presence on television. While these ads are successful in generating clients, they may not be a good fit for you. “THEY’RE SO WELL KNOWN! HOW COULD THEY NOT BE THE RIGHT ATTORNEYS FOR ME?” Often, these firms don’t actually perform any legal work themselves and will…
Scott Barber is the founding partner and lead attorney at Barber Law Offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. With decades of experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation, Scott has dedicated his career to helping clients recover justice and fair compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer and a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer,” he combines compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy. Scott also teaches paralegal students at Harper College and regularly lectures to attorneys, sharing his expertise in injury law and workers’ compensation.
There is a new AI craze being promoted on social media where people claim they received huge amounts of money for their personal injury settlement in record-breaking time, and say they did it all without an attorney. One such ad claims it will show a “trick” that lawyers and insurance companies don’t want you to…
Scott Barber is the founding partner and lead attorney at Barber Law Offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. With decades of experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation, Scott has dedicated his career to helping clients recover justice and fair compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer and a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer,” he combines compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy. Scott also teaches paralegal students at Harper College and regularly lectures to attorneys, sharing his expertise in injury law and workers’ compensation.
Being accused of elder abuse, especially when you have done nothing wrong, can be frightening, emotionally overwhelming, and damaging to your reputation and livelihood. False allegations can come from misunderstandings, family tension, memory loss associated with dementia, or misinterpreted injuries. In Illinois, elder abuse accusations trigger investigations by Adult Protective Services (APS), and in severe…
Allen Gabe is an experienced Illinois attorney specializing in family law, bankruptcy, and real estate matters. With over 50 years of experience, he has helped countless clients navigate divorce, child custody, debt relief, and complex legal challenges with compassion and expertise. Recognized for his dedication, Allen has received multiple awards for client satisfaction and is an active member of professional and community organizations in the Chicago suburbs.
The First District Appellate court recently held that a firefighter who transfers from one fire department to another must requalify for a non duty disability pension by serving another 7 years of creditable service with the new department.
Scott Barber is the founding partner and lead attorney at Barber Law Offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. With decades of experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and civil litigation, Scott has dedicated his career to helping clients recover justice and fair compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer and a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer,” he combines compassionate representation with aggressive advocacy. Scott also teaches paralegal students at Harper College and regularly lectures to attorneys, sharing his expertise in injury law and workers’ compensation.
