Attorney Tips

Tips from The Law Offices of David A. Kadzai, LLC

In the wake of the Derek Chauvin verdict and other cases involving police misconduct, people will want to understand how to protect their civil rights during interactions with police officers. During a traffic stop or other situations where you are detained by police, you will want to do the following:

• Follow an officer's instructions. Do not attempt to flee or resist, and provide any requested information, such as your driver's license.
• Avoid sudden movements or actions that could be seen as threatening.
• Know your rights. You have the right to remain silent, and you can refuse to allow police to perform a search, although they may search your person if they believe you are carrying a weapon.

If your civil rights have been violated, or if you have been the victim of racial profiling or other forms of police misconduct, contact an attorney by calling 312-229-0050 or visiting www.kadzailawgroup.com.

The recent bad weather of ice and snow have made roads even more dangerous. Car accidents injuries happen daily in Chicagoland, and while many accidents are minor some can be catastrophic and will make life more difficult for many people.

• Pain and suffering must be proven in order for to recover money for your injuries.
• Pain and suffering and medical diagnosis should be aligned.
• Be sure the emergency room doctor, primary care physician and any specialist understand how your injuries occurred and how serious your injuries are so it can be recorded in your medical chart and it is concrete.

Don’t allow insurance companies to suggest you are “faking it” and get the compensation you truly deserve. To learn more, please visit www.kadzailawgroup.com and contact my office at 312-229-0050.