Steve Greeley is a partner with Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley. He has been with FGPG, 19333 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, for seven years and has been a lawyer for nine years. He recently chatted about personal injury law. Personal Injury Law Q&A Question: Why focus on personal injury? Answer: Insurance companies thrive on low or…
Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley P.C. Know How to Win
May 19, 2014 By
Have You Been in an Accident?
May 2, 2014 By
An accident can be an overwhelming experience. The pain from an injury, the stress of the ensuing paperwork, the burden of its financial implications – all these things can leave you feeling confused and besieged. But there are things you can do to lessen the stress and tame the toll it all takes on you.…
Who’s Lot?
September 3, 2013 By
Who’s Lot? I was driving the other day and saw a sign that read “Lot’s for Sale.” I found myself wondering just what Lot was selling. The misplaced apostrophe made a simple statement misleading. Now, as a practical matter, the sign is clear enough to everyone other than me and, perhaps, your old high school…
Foreclosure Defense
July 23, 2013 By
Common Options When Facing Foreclosure Despite the fact that the first quarter of 2013 yielded a decline in state-wide foreclosure activity by approximately 4.5% since 2012, Illinois continues to have one of the highest foreclosure rates in the nation. If you find yourself to be one of the thousands of Illinois residents facing foreclosure, the…
Recovery of Lost Wages and Earnings in an Injury Case
May 18, 2013 By
Attorney Steven J. Greeley, Jr. is any injury attorney handling matters in McHenry, Kane, Boone, DeKalb and Winnebago Counties. Recovering Lost Wages Lost wages and earnings are recoverable when there is a work injury or other injury due to the fault of another party, such as an automobile accident. Work-Related Injuries When the injury occurs as…
Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley, P.C. Earns Better Business Bureau Accreditation
September 5, 2012 By
Becoming an Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau is an honor not accorded to all businesses; because not all businesses meet eligibility standards. Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley is pleased to announce today that it has met all BBB standards and is now an Accredited Business. “Accreditation in the BBB is by invitation only” says…
The Basics of Workers’ Compensation
July 13, 2012 By
Because Illinois is a no-fault state, individuals injured in workplace accidents are eligible for benefits even if their actions contributed to or caused the accident. Additionally, you do not need to be concerned about your job security when filing a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. It is your right to apply and it is illegal…
Injured Agricultural Workers Trapped in an Insurance Cycle in Illinois
July 17, 2011 By
When tragic accidents occur on the job, it is good to know that you have both the medical insurance and workers’ compensation options to cover the costs of your medical care. Or do you? What if you are one of the few exceptions to your state’s workers’ compensation laws? What if your medical insurance denies…
Illinois Speed Limit to Increase?
June 7, 2011 By
The Illinois Senate Executive Committee voted 7-5 last month to advance a bill increasing the speed limit for all vehicles on interstates to the Senate floor. SB 3668 would increase the speed limit to 70 mph, except in Chicago and surrounding areas. While the bill’s sponsor, Sen. Dale Risinger, told the State Journal-Register that higher…
