Chicago Car Accident Lawyer
Every year there are almost 100,000 of vehicle crashes in Chicago. If you or a loved one were injured in a car accident and need help getting compensation, hiring a competent attorney can make all the difference.
The Illinois Hammer Injury Attorneys have fought for everyday Chicagoans injured in accidents for over 30 years. Our relentless Chicago car accident lawyers are ready to bring down the hammer on insurance companies until they pay you what you deserve—and we won’t charge you a cent until we win. Contact us online or call 888-742-6637 today for a free case evaluation.
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Our Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Are Ready To Help You
We know Illinois personal injury law because we’ve practiced it for three decades. Our attorneys are highly skilled negotiators and litigators—we win 97 percent of our cases. We’ve also consistently won praise from our clients, with many of them giving us five-star reviews.
Our Chicago car accident attorneys are always prepared to take on big challenges in order to get big results. We’ve recovered over $500 million for our clients in verdicts and settlements, including $210 million for car accident cases alone. We don’t back down from insurance companies. We fight relentlessly until our clients get the justice they deserve.
When it comes to our clients, we take a personal approach to representation, matching passionate advocacy with care and compassion. We believe in giving our clients one less thing to worry about, whatever it takes. That’s why we assist them with finding medical help and work with loan providers to get them emergency funding in as little as a day.
Managing Partner Bradley Dworkin’s nickname “The Hammer” became our firm’s name, and his grit and expertise set the tone for our work. Brad is one of three Illinois Hammer attorneys to be honored by Super Lawyers, something only the top 5 percent of Illinois lawyers can boast. He has been a faculty member at the National Business Institute and Lorman’s Education Services, teaching injury law to professionals, and has taught a class at a well-respected Chicago law school.
What The Illinois Hammer Does To Help You
Our Chicago car accident lawyers can handle every step of filing a claim for you, including investigating the accident and collecting evidence, taking care of important paperwork, and negotiating a settlement with the other party. If the insurance companies don’t offer what you’re owed, we’re not afraid to take them to court.
It’s possible to file an insurance claim on your own, however it’s not recommended . A trusted car accident attorney can use their knowledge, expertise, and skills to keep the process as stress-free as possible while giving you the best chance to win. We’ll keep you informed and updated throughout, allowing you to focus on recovering and moving forward.
We offer free consultations and work on a contingency basis , meaning you won’t pay us anything unless we win your case. Call us today at 888-742-6637 for more information or to schedule a case evaluation.
“I am extremely pleased with the entire firm of Dworkin & Maciariello and how they have handled my needs from day one. Throughout an unforeseen and unfortunate situation, they handled my claim with the utmost professionalism, yet were attentive to my needs and concerns. Both Mr. Dworkin and Mr. Maciariello were punctual in returning my phone calls and putting me at ease, which is rare in the busy world we live in. I would very highly recommend this firm to meet your highest expectations and I personally feel very fortunate to have had their representation!”
– Elle B.
What Type of Car Accident Cases We Handle
Nearly 90 percent of fatal car accidents in the Windy City involve reckless drivers, according to the Chicago Department of Transportation. If another driver’s negligence has harmed you, we can help you hold them accountable. Common types of car accidents we handle include the following:
Hit and Runs
Even if the driver who hit you sped off, they might have been caught on a red light camera or surveillance video. We can help track them down and hold them accountable.
Driving Under the Influence
Getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or taking another intoxicating substance is inherently negligent.
Rear-end Collisions
Drivers often fail to keep their cars under control and keep a proper distance from those in front, causing them to ram other vehicles at sudden stops.
Parking Lot and Backing Collisions
Even at slow speeds and with plenty of time to act, a reckless driver can still hit a pedestrian or other car and cause injuries.
Multiple Vehicle Collisions
A single negligent driver can cause several crashes—and be liable for multiple injuries—at the same time.
Interstate Accidents
If a driver isn’t careful while traveling down Chicago’s expressways at high speeds, it may lead to crashes and injuries.
T-Bone and Side Impact Collisions
If someone isn’t paying attention at a stoplight, they might drive through the intersection and right into the side of your car.
Rollover Accidents
Crashes that result in a car leaving the road and flipping can have severe or even deadly consequences.
Rideshare Accidents
Multiple parties can be liable when you’re hurt in a crash while using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. We can sort it out and pursue compensation from all responsible parties.
We also handle most other types of accident cases. If you’re unsure whether you have a claim, call us at 888-742-6637 for more information.
Timelines for Chicago Car Accident Cases
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois is generally two years after the accident date. However, there are some exceptions. For instance, the deadline might be extended if the injury isn’t discovered until later. When the victim is a minor or is legally incapacitated, the deadline will not begin until the claimant turns 18 or the incapacity resolves.
Two years might seem like a lot of time, but building a strong case is no small task. It’s important to engage a Chicago car accident attorney as early as possible to give them ample time to investigate your claim and negotiate a settlement.
Resolving a car accident injury claim can take anywhere from a few weeks to more than a year. Every case features unique circumstances that can complicate matters. After looking at the factors involved in your situation, your lawyer should be able to give you an estimate of how long it might take to bring your case to a close.
How Liability Is Determined In Chicago Car Accidents
Illinois is an “at-fault” state. Therefore, determining who is responsible for an auto accident is the key to resolving all related claims.
Proving liability can be simple in some circumstances and very complex in others. If one driver blatantly violated traffic laws and was found to be under the influence, it will be difficult for them to prove they weren’t responsible . When the details of a crash are murkier and don’t clearly point in one direction, it might take further investigation and evidence-gathering to determine fault.
Illinois’s Modified Comparative Negligence Law
Determining liability isn’t just important for winning your case—it’s critical to even having an actionable claim. Illinois has a modified comparative negligence law. Under the law, you cannot recover compensation if you are more than 50 percent at fault for an accident. You can recover damages if you are not more than 50 percent to blame. However, your compensation will be reduced in proportion to your share of the fault.
A knowledgeable Chicago car accident attorney can determine if you’re eligible to file a claim and whether your share of the blame might affect a potential settlement or verdict. If the insurance company tries to blame you for the accident, we can fight back.
Compensation Available in Chicago Car Accident Cases
If you were hurt in an auto accident, you can recover compensation for your economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover the financial costs resulting from your injuries. Non-economic damages compensate for the more subjective impacts on your life.
Common types of economic damages include the following:
- Medical bills and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and income
- Lost earning potential
- Car repair costs and other property damage
Examples of non-economic damages include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
You might also be eligible for punitive damages to punish egregious behavior and deter future misconduct. Punitive damages may be awarded if the other party’s conduct was intentional or wilful and wanton.
Our Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Are Ready To Bring Down The Hammer
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, you know all too well how negligent drivers endanger the safety of our community. Our high-powered legal team can help you fight back. You call, we hammer. We won’t back down until you get the compensation you deserve.
Call The Illinois Hammer Injury Attorneys today at 888-742-6637 for a free case evaluation.
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