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THE ILLINOIS HAMMER
Chicago Commercial Bus Accident Lawyer
After getting into an accident with a commercial bus, filing a personal injury claim might be the last thing on your mind. Dealing with medical bills and insurance companies can be overwhelming, and it can be hard to focus on anything other than getting through another day.
Reaching out for legal assistance isn’t about holding grudges or retaliation. It’s about taking your life back and getting the support you need to recover from your injuries. The experienced bus accident injury lawyers with The Illinois Hammer Injury Attorneys will fight relentlessly to win you the best possible compensation. We’ll handle your claim with the utmost care, doing everything possible to ensure a worry-free experience.
Contact us online or call 888-742-6637 today for a free case evaluation. You call, we hammer.
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Our Chicago Commercial Bus Accident Lawyers Are Here For You
Our trusted legal team has fought and won Illinois personal injury cases for over 30 years. We’ve secured over $500 million in settlements and verdicts for our clients, including $210 million in motor vehicle accident cases.
We’re committed to hammering insurance companies until they pay our clients what they deserve. Our firm’s culture of grit and tenacity comes from Managing Partner Bradley Dworkin, whose reputation for aggressively pursuing settlements earned him the nickname “Illinois Hammer.”
When we take your case, we walk you through every step of the legal process, and explain what’s happening in clear terms so you can focus on your recovery. We believe in going the extra mile to give our clients one less thing to worry about, including offering home or hospital visits throughout the state.
We’ll go beyond pursuing justice for you. We’ll help support you in obtaining the medical treatment you need and assist with securing a same-day loan if you require financial assistance while waiting for a settlement.
Our reputation speaks for itself, but we are especially proud of the praise we’ve received from clients. We have earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and a perfect 10/10 rating on AVVO. Three of our team members have been recognized as Super Lawyers, an accolade bestowed upon only the top 5 percent of attorneys.
We handle various types of commercial bus accident cases, including those involving:
- PACE buses
- Charter buses
- Tour buses
- Greyhound buses
- FlixBuses
If you have any questions about whether we handle the type of accident you’ve been involved in, contact us to learn more.
“I received excellent representation through this law firm! My case was worked with care and consideration! Zach Kerska kept in contact with me throughout the process. He listened to my concerns and facilitated a desired outcome that brought justice to my situation. I lost the ability to stand and/or sit, which caused me to lose a large portion of income. Lost my apartment, and my daughter was negatively impacted as a result. Now I feel I can recoup a large portion of my life back and appreciate the hard work and dedication on the part of Zach Kerska and everyone who helped with my case! Thank you from my family to yours!”
– Cearra B.
Liability in a Chicago Commercial Bus Accident Case
Several different entities involved in a Chicago commercial bus accident might be liable for the resulting injuries, whether they were negligent in the accident itself or indirectly responsible for causing it.
Liable parties might include the following:
- The bus driver, if they were negligent, careless, or reckless
- The bus company, if substandard maintenance, poor hiring practices, inadequate training, or unsafe practices led to the accident
- Other drivers, if they contributed to the crash through negligence, carelessness, or recklessness
- Manufacturers, if a faulty part led to the crash
- Third-party repair companies, if maintenance or servicing errors contributed to the accident
Anyone who shares blame for the accident will be liable under Illinois’ modified comparative negligence standard, though victims can only recover damages if they are not more than 50 percent responsible for the crash.
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Illinois is two years after the accident date, though some exceptions exist, such as those for minors and those who are legally incapacitated.
Recoverable Damages for Victims of Chicago Commercial Bus Accidents
Victims of bus accidents can seek compensation for a variety of damages based on the type and severity of the injuries sustained. Bus accident victims can recover their economic damages, which compensate for the quantifiable monetary losses, and non-economic damages, which cover the subjective impacts on the victim’s life.
Economic damages include the following:
- Medical bills and future health care expenses
- Lost wages and income
- Diminished earning capacity
- Property damage, such as to your vehicle and its contents
Non-economic damages include the following:
- Pain and Suffering
- Emotional trauma or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium or companionship, particularly in wrongful death cases
A knowledgeable Chicago bus accident lawyer can help you understand what damages are available to you and help win the maximum possible compensation for your injuries.
What Evidence is Key in a Chicago Commercial Bus Accident Case?
Collecting the right evidence is critical to building a solid case. Our skilled and knowledgeable Chicago bus accident attorneys can identify the documents, records, and testimony necessary to strengthen your claims and show insurance companies that it would be smart for them to pay up.
In Chicago bus accident cases, our team looks for records detailing the driver’s performance, bus maintenance logs, and inspection logs. We’ll obtain any surveillance footage of the accident, and we’ll look for any evidence of noncompliance with the applicable safety regulations.
We’ll gather medical records and witness statements to paint a clear picture of the accident and its effects. We may also secure expert testimony from accident reconstruction specialists and medical professionals to help determine liability and prove your damages.
Navigating Claims Against Large Commercial Bus Companies
Bus operators are considered common carriers because they provide transportation services for a large number of passengers. They owe their passengers a higher duty of care while boarding, riding, and departing from their vehicles.
Larger operators often have greater resources at their disposal, including high-powered legal teams, and will use them to minimize liability and limit any payout.
Our attorneys have extensive experience taking on big companies and winning. We aren’t afraid to bring down the hammer, no matter how powerful our opponents are.
You can trust us to handle all aspects of your claim with care and precision, lending you a helping hand throughout the entire legal process. We won’t back down until we win you the compensation you deserve.
Our Chicago Bus Accident Lawyers Are Ready to Fight For You
To get big results, you need to swing a big hammer. If you’ve been injured in a commercial bus accident, call The Illinois Hammer Injury Attorneys today at 888-742-6637 for a free case evaluation. You won’t pay us anything unless we win your case—and we don’t plan on losing.
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