due to that rule. When we take a negligence case to court, attorneys usually have to prove three things to win, but in a slip and fall case, there are six factors to prove. The difference between unnatural and natural accumulation can be hard to determine. If there’s a defect on a property that forces or allows natural elements to accumulate in a particular spot year round, it can be viewed as unnatural. A natural accumulation, however, would be when people track snow into a building and the snow melts, creating a slick floor. If someone were to slip and injure themselves, the building owners wouldn’t be held responsible. This winter, keep in mind that people can’t be sued for poorly shoveling their walkways. The Snow and Ice Removal Act states that anyone who attempts to remove the snow in front of their property “shall not be liable for any personal injuries allegedly caused by the snowy or icy conditions of the sidewalk resulting from his or her acts or omissions unless the alleged misconduct was willful or wanton.” If anything, it is a common courtesy to shovel your walkway, but you won’t be liable for doing a bad job. Knowing what to look out for this winter can save you a lot of hassle and unneeded stress. If you believe you have an unnatural slip and fall case, call our offices using the number below, and we can inform you of your options.
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2 large or 4 medium chicken thighs
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3 pounds bok choy, cut into 3–4-inch ribbons
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4 tablespoons vegetable oil
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3 tablespoons oyster sauce
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2 teaspoons sugar
Around this time of year, our offices receive numerous calls involving slip-and-fall cases. However, most people don’t fully understand how difficult these cases are. In the state of Illinois, there’s the Unnatural Accumulation of Snow and Ice Rule. If you happen to slip and fall on what is considered a natural accumulation of snow, ice, or water, there is no liability.
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2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with 4 tablespoons water
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
1. In large pot, boil three cups of water. Add chicken and reduce to simmer, cooking for 30 minutes. Remove chicken and let cool. Once cooled, remove skin and bones, chop, and set aside. Reserve the cooking liquid. vegetable oil. Once shimmering, add bok choy and cook for 1 minute, stirring throughout. Add half of reserved cooking liquid, cover skillet, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Transfer bok choy to a plate. 2. In a large skillet over high heat, heat
The Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle take very few of these cases, as they can be tough to win
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3. Add remaining cooking liquid and chicken to the pan, maintaining high
heat. Heat chicken, then add oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch-and-water mixture, sesame oil, and bok choy. Season to taste, toss together, and serve over rice.
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