If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, consider consulting a South Shore personal injury lawyer in our personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. Call for your free consultation.
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What Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
When assessing your case, a personal injury attorney considers several factors:
The severity of your injuries
Costs associated with medical treatment, including future care
Lost income and potential future earnings
Pain and suffering resulting from the accident
Types of Accidents our South Shore-Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers Handle
Our personal injury attorneys handle a wide range of cases, including:
Motor vehicle accidents: motorcycles, trucks, and car accidents
Medical malpractice claims
Workers’ compensation cases
Nursing home abuse and neglect incidents
Slip and fall accidents
Wrongful death cases
Dog bite injuries
Birth injuries
Product liability cases
Common Types of Serious Injuries in Personal Injury Claims
Our personal injury law firm handles a variety of personal injury cases, including:
Wrongful death claim when you have lost a loved one
What Are the Benefits of Working with a South Shore Personal Injury Attorney?
A personal injury attorney on the South Shore can offer:
Legal guidance and support throughout the legal process.
Thorough investigation of your case and collection of evidence.
Management of all communication and negotiations with insurance companies.
Representation in court if needed.
Can I Represent Myself in a Personal Injury Claim?
While you can represent yourself in a personal injury claim, it’s generally not recommended due to the complexity of the laws and potential exploitation by insurance companies. An experienced attorney can help secure fair compensation for your personal injuries.
When Can a Personal Injury Lawyer NOT Help Me?
An accident victim in Cook County might choose not to pursue compensation or to hire a personal injury attorney for several reasons, such as:
The injuries sustained were minor and did not warrant legal action.
A settlement offer from an insurance company has already been accepted.
Contact a South Shore Personal Injury Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence—whether through a slip and fall or a car accident—our South Shore personal injury lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are ready to assist you.
Reach out to us today for a free consultation and to explore your legal options. We are committed to working tirelessly to secure the justice and compensation you deserve.
Get help from a South Shore, IL personal injury lawyer when you've been injured by someone else's negligence.
$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.
Jenni D.
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