Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers

You likely have a valid claim if someone else is responsible for your injuries. That’s true whether their actions amounted to negligence or intentional wrongdoing. 

For example, the following incidents could create a legal cause of action: 

• You suffered a head injury in a motorcycle accident 
• You lost a loved one in a fatal truck accident
• Your child suffered dog bite injuries 
• You were burned by a defective product

Arrange a time to meet with our attorney to discuss your situation. We will listen to what happened and provide advice regarding whether you have a claim for compensation.

Most personal injury attorneys in Chicago – including ours – take cases on a contingency fee basis. You do not have to pay anything upfront or out of pocket. Instead, we agree to provide representation right away, and our attorney’s fees will be deducted from any award we secure on your behalf. If we don’t win, you won’t owe us for our services. 

If we do recover compensation for you, we’ll take a pre-agreed-upon percentage of that recovery. We will discuss the specifics of this arrangement with you during your complimentary case review.

Under Illinois law, you can generally pursue compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. 

Your economic damages encompass the financial toll of your accident and injuries, such as: 

• Medical expenses 
• Future medical costs you will incur for ongoing treatment
• Lost wages and benefits 
• Reduced earning potential 
• Property damage 
• Physical therapy
• Out-of-pocket expenses

On the other hand, non-economic damages are the subjective losses you’ve endured, which could include: 

• Pain and suffering 
• Disability 
• Emotional distress
• Loss of companionship
• Diminished quality of life 
• Disfigurement or scarring

Some Illinois cases also qualify for punitive damages. These are awarded to punish the defendant rather than compensate you for a loss. Our attorneys will evaluate your case to determine the compensation you may be entitled to seek.

The value of your injury claim will depend on various factors, including: 

• The severity of your injuries
• The type of medical services you require and the duration of your recovery
• The monetary losses you’ve sustained, including loss of earnings and healthcare expenses
• The extent of your emotional and physical harm 
• The parties involved and available insurance limits  
• Whether you share any blame for your accident or injuries 

It is essential to work with a top-rated Chicago personal injury lawyer if you want to get the financial recovery you deserve.

In most personal injury matters, the Illinois statute of limitations gives you two years to file a lawsuit. That means you will need to take action within two years of your injury or accident date. Otherwise, you could forfeit your right to damages under state law. 

However, note that there could be exceptions to this general deadline. You should consult an Illinois personal injury attorney as soon as possible to preserve your ability to recover compensation.