Illinois Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident as a pedestrian in Illinois, you don’t need to fight alone. The dedicated pedestrian accident lawyers with The Illinois Hammer Injury Attorneys are ready to relentlessly pursue justice on your behalf. Contact us online or call 888-742-6637 today for a free case evaluation.
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Pedestrians generally have the right of way for a reason: getting hit without the protection of a vehicle can cause devastating injuries. Drivers have a legal duty to operate their vehicles safely and avoid harm to others on the road, including pedestrians. Those who fail to do so must be held accountable for the damages that result from their negligence.
- The Illinois Hammer Is Here to Get Justice for Pedestrians
- Understanding Liability in Illinois Pedestrian Accident Lawsuits
- Compensation Available in an Illinois Pedestrian Accident Claim
- Why Should You Have a Lawyer Negotiate Against the Insurance Company For You?
- Statute of Limitations for Pedestrian Accident Claims in Illinois
- Contact an Illinois Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
The Illinois Hammer Is Here to Get Justice for Pedestrians
Our skilled attorneys have more than 30 years of experience fighting and winning for injury victims like you throughout Illinois. We’ve learned a thing or two along the way about maximizing compensation. We’ve achieved a 97 percent success rate and have secured over $500 million in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
We’re dedicated to getting the best possible results for our clients, no matter what it takes. That’s why we’re not afraid to go to trial if the insurance companies won’t agree to pay you what you deserve. We also offer additional client support, helping you find medical care or secure a settlement loan to cover unexpected expenses. We go above and beyond to keep you stress-free and ensure all your needs are met throughout the legal process, earning us rave reviews from our satisfied clients.
Understanding Liability in Illinois Pedestrian Accident Lawsuits
Whoever is responsible for a pedestrian accident is liable for any resulting injuries. While this is usually a reckless driver, there are some situations where multiple parties can be liable for contributing to the incident through negligence, such as truck accidents. If you were partially to blame for your injuries, you still may be entitled to compensation. Illinois has a modified comparative negligence system that allows you to recover damages if you are not more than 50 percent responsible for an accident. However, your award will be reduced in proportion to your share of the blame.
Compensation Available in an Illinois Pedestrian Accident Claim
Personal injury victims can recover compensation for economic and non-economic damages resulting from an accident. Economic damages cover the quantifiable financial losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and future care expenses. Non-economic damages cover more subjective harms like pain and suffering, emotional trauma, loss of enjoyment, and post-traumatic stress disorder that impact the victim’s quality of life.
In some rare cases, a court may award punitive damages. These damages penalize particularly egregious behavior and typically require proof of extreme negligence or intentionally malicious actions.
Unfortunately, pedestrians often die from being struck by vehicles. If your loved one has died from a pedestrian accident, you may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death claim and seek compensation for grief, sorrow, and other losses.
Determining the Value of an Illinois Pedestrian Accident Claim
Every case is unique, and the particular circumstances will influence each claim’s value. The nature and severity of the victim’s injuries are key factors in determining the value of a pedestrian accident claim. Catastrophic injuries can lead to expensive medical treatments, physical disabilities, and significant impacts on quality of life and ability to work, requiring greater compensation.
The strength of the evidence, whether the victim shared fault for the accident, and the available insurance coverage also impact the compensation recoverable for a pedestrian accident.
While every case is different, our skilled Illinois pedestrian accident lawyers can analyze the circumstances of your accident and provide an educated estimate of the value of your claim.
Why Should You Have a Lawyer Negotiate Against the Insurance Company For You?
Insurance companies don’t always play fair. When given the opportunity, many insurers will do anything they can to shift blame to you and minimize your injuries to limit what they owe. If you decide to go it alone, the other party may pressure you into accepting a lowball offer that won’t fully compensate you for your injuries.
With a knowledgeable pedestrian accident lawyer from The Illinois Hammer by your side, you won’t have to worry. We got into this business because we care about injured accident victims and giving them a fair chance against insurance companies. We have years of experience dealing with insurance companies and know how to handle their underhanded tactics. We’ll hammer the insurers relentlessly until they pay you what you deserve.
What About The Cost of Hiring a Lawyer?
We understand the financial pressures that injury victims face, so we work on a contingency fee basis. Thus, if you hire us, you won’t have to pay any upfront fees, and you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case.
Statute of Limitations for Pedestrian Accident Claims in Illinois
Illinois has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including pedestrian accidents. Barring some exceptions, you’ll likely lose the opportunity to recover compensation if you don’t file a lawsuit before the deadline.
It’s important to talk with an experienced Illinois Hammer pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible after an injury. The sooner we get started, the easier it is to gather and preserve key evidence at its strongest, giving you the best chances of success.
Contact an Illinois Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Getting injured in an Illinois pedestrian accident can be confusing, frightening, and overwhelming. We’re ready to help you pick up the pieces, protect your family’s future, and move forward with the financial security you deserve.
Contact us online or call 888-742-6637 today to schedule a free case evaluation.
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