If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries in a rear-end accident in Chicago, it is important to consult with an experienced Chicago rear-end accident lawyer as soon as possible. Our car accident law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, stands ready to provide you with the representation you need.
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What is My Rear-End Car Accident Claim Worth?
An experienced rear-end car accident lawyer evaluates the worth of your car accident claim taking into consideration:
The severity and extent of your injuries
Medical expenses incurred, including ongoing or future medical needs
Head injuries, ranging from concussions to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
Back and spinal cord injuries (SCI)
Soft tissue injuries
Fractures and broken bones
Internal injuries, such as damage to organs or internal bleeding
Why You Need a Chicago Rear-End Accident Lawyer
Experienced Chicago car accident lawyers can provide you with the legal representation you need to recover fair compensation for your injuries and losses. They can investigate the accident to determine fault, gather evidence, negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, and take your case to court if necessary.
Proving Liability in a Rear-End Car Accident Cases
In most rear-end car accidents, the other driver of the car that hit the one in front is at fault for the car crash. However, this is not always the case. A skilled Chicago rear-end accident attorney will thoroughly investigate the accident to determine liability. They will consider factors such as:
Whether any parties were distracted or under the influence of drugs or alcohol
The speed and distance between the two vehicles
Any traffic violations committed by either driver
The condition of the road and weather at the time of the accident
Seeking Compensation for Rear-End Accidents
Car accident victims who have been injured in a rear-end accident caused by the negligence of a rear driver may be entitled to compensation for:
If you are seriously injured in a rear-end crash, there are steps to take to protect your rights and ensure the best possible outcome for your case:
Seek immediate medical attention, as some injuries may not be apparent right away.
Notify the police to obtain an official accident report for insurance and legal reasons.
Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage, and visible injuries.
Collect the other driver’s contact and insurance information.
Consult a Chicago rear-end accident lawyer to guide you through the legal process and help secure deserved compensation.
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a rear-end accident, don’t hesitate to contact our personal injury law firm. Our rear-end accident lawyers are ready to fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.
After being rear ended, you may suffer serious injuries such as whiplash. Call today to get help from our Chicago rear-end collision lawyers.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
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