Ridge Law Group represented a client who dedicated over three decades of service to the Lake County Forest Preserve, working as a landscape equipment operator and natural resource technician. During his tenure, he was routinely exposed to hazardous chemicals, ultimately leading to a diagnosis of lymphoid leukemia on June 20, 2017.   Despite the severity of his condition, the employer and its insurance carrier denied all medical and workers’ compensation benefits, including re

Homewood, Illinois  – The Knights of Columbus Marian Council 3761 will host a First Responders Blue Mass  on Saturday, October 24, 2025 , at St. John Neumann Parish in Homewood, Illinois . This special Mass is dedicated to remembering, honoring, and supporting the brave men and women who serve as first responders in our communities. The Blue Mass tradition offers prayers and blessings for police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency personnel who risk their

Several attorneys in our office are proud members of the Federal Trial Bar. As part of this privilege, they are appointed to handle pro...

Our firm is proud to represent an injured worker in a significant Illinois Workers’ Compensation case involving toxic chemical exposure...

Our firm recently secured a favorable settlement for policy limits on behalf of a client who was the victim of a serious hit-and-run...

Our firm successfully represented an injured stationary engineer in a contested workers’ compensation case before the Illinois Workers’...

Our client was struck by a vehicle in a bustling fast-food restaurant parking lot in Will County. In the seconds before impact, the...

Our client, a 60-year-old truck driver, sustained injuries to both shoulders following a severe rollover accident. Initially, the...

Today, Ridge Law Group is honored to recognize Benjamin Brown, as the newly elected President of the Downers Grove Firefighters Local...

We are often contacted by individuals seeking assistance after suffering injuries in motor vehicle accidents caused by a negligent...

If you get hurt at work, you can get compensation from your employer under the Illinois Worker’s Compensation Act. But, you need to...

Ridge Law Group is pleased to announce the successful resolution of a significant legal matter on behalf of our client * , who...

Ridge Law Group is pleased to announce the successful settlement of a workers compensation claim on behalf of our client, a firefighter...

We are thrilled to announce that Ridge and Downes is now Ridge Law Group! While our name has changed, our unwavering commitment to...

Deb was a remarkable person who overcame many health challenges and devoted herself to helping others. She received love and care from...

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is a time to recognize and honor the men and women who serve and protect our communities every...

The United Auto Workers walked out to the picket lines on Friday, September 15, 2023. For the first time in history, they decided to...

Murphy VanOrdstrand Leads Golfers to the watering hole! On September 13, 2023, Ridge & Downes' Mascot Murphy VanOrdstrand, welcomed...

Ridge & Downes, IAM District 8 and Guide Dogs of America are working together to build a greater tomorrow for persons who need service...