Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer

Personal injury cases arise after different types of accidents/injuries. Many personal injury cases are based on negligence. A party is negligent if they cause an injury due to carelessness.

You might have a negligence case if another party caused your:

• Motor vehicle accident
• Slip and fall
• Workplace accident
• Medical malpractice
• Premises liability
• Construction accident
• Brain injury
• Product liability
• Police misconduct

Our team handles all practice areas, so call us today if you have questions about your particular circumstances.

Most personal injury lawyers in Cook County take cases on a contingency fee basis. You won’t owe any upfront costs to retain an attorney, and you’ll only pay if they secure a favorable result in your case.

If your lawyer obtains a settlement or verdict for you, you’ll owe them a pre-agreed-upon percentage of your financial recovery. The fee typically ranges between 33 – 40%, but it will depend on the complexity of your case, the time it takes to prove it, and whether it goes to trial.

We will ensure that you understand our fee agreement before we enter into an attorney-client relationship.

Personal injury victims can seek compensation for their economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages after an accident might include:

• Medical expenses, such as ER visits, medical treatment, surgery, and follow-up care
• Future healthcare needs, such as pain management, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation
• Out-of-pocket costs, such as childcare, household services, and travel costs
• Loss of wages, earnings, and employment benefits
• Diminished earning potential
• Property damage and losses

Non-economic damages you can pursue in a personal injury claim might include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of society and companionship
• Permanent disability, scarring, or disfigurement
• Loss of consortium

In some personal injury cases, the court may award punitive damages to punish a defendant for particularly appalling behavior.

Our attorneys will evaluate the facts of your case to identify your losses and help you calculate them.

Every claim presents a unique set of facts, with different accidents, involved parties, injuries, and evidence.

Accordingly, the value of your personal injury case will depend on several factors and circumstances, such as:

• The types of injuries you sustained and their severity
• The impact of your injuries on your ability to care for yourself, work, and enjoy life
• The financial losses you’ve incurred, like medical costs, lost wages, and out-of-pocket expenses
• Whether you’re able to earn the same income as before the accident
• The pain, suffering, emotional trauma, and psychological effects you’ve endured
• Whether you contributed to the cause of your accident (and your allocated percentage of fault)
• Whether you have the necessary evidence to prove your case
• The willingness of the insurance provider or opposing party to negotiate in good faith

These and other considerations can affect how much you receive in a settlement or verdict. We need to assess your specific situation and identify your losses, and then we can provide a better idea of what your case may be worth.

Illinois law implements a two-year statute of limitations for most personal injury cases. You must typically file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the accident or injury date.

If you lost a loved one in a fatal accident due to someone’s negligence, you typically have two years from their date of death to file a wrongful death claim.

There may be exceptions, so it’s essential to speak with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

If you miss the deadline, you’ll forfeit your legal right to hold the at-fault party responsible for your injuries and losses. Additionally, evidence fades over time – so the sooner you start building your case, the better.