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How Do Illinois Personal Injury Cases Work?

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The most famous American personal injury cases often make news headlines for enormous settlements under circumstances that some people, without knowing the full story, may see as ridiculous. However, personal injury lawsuits remain a crucial lifeline for allowing people wronged by the dangerous, careless, or negligent actions of someone else to recover essential compensation that can cover anything from medical expenses to lost life quality. If you have been in a serious accident and suffered injuries for which someone else is responsible, you likely have questions about how the personal injury case process works. Read this brief overview and then contact an experienced Illinois personal injury attorney.

Overview of the Personal Injury Case Process

The first thing most people do is contact at least one personal injury attorney to schedule a consultation and get an idea of what their options are. Although it may be tempting to try to handle your case yourself, an attorney has the experience and skill necessary to let you know whether you are getting a fair deal and whether you could fight harder for something better.

Once an attorney has been chosen, he or she will conduct a comprehensive investigation of your case, including any injuries or other harm you suffered. An attorney may review police reports, medical records, video evidence, and other information, so this process can take some time.

Your attorney will then begin the process of negotiating a fair settlement. Depending on your goals, the extent of your injuries, and how hard the responsible party fights your claims, you may want to settle, or you may want to take the case to trial.

If you decide to go to trial, each side will investigate the evidence that the other side has. They can send each other questions and prepare witnesses for the trial. Depending on the specifics of your case, the trial itself may take between a day and several weeks. The preparation and investigation periods can take much longer.

How Do I Know if I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?

If you have been in any kind of accident or incident in which you got hurt through no fault of your own – and even if you are worried you may have been partly at fault – it is worth discussing your situation with a personal injury attorney. There are time limits involved in personal injury claims, so making a decision and starting the process is important before the statute of limitations runs out. When in doubt, consult an attorney – in the worst-case scenario, you do not utilize their services.

Contact a Proactive Will County Personal Injury Lawyer

After a serious accident, the last thing you may want to do is file a lawsuit and deal with further hassles. But at Michael J. Lichner – Will County Personal Injury Lawyer, we do everything we can to handle your case in a way that allows you to focus on healing and moving forward. Let our hardworking Plainfield, IL personal injury lawyers manage your legal stress and work towards recovering the just compensation to which you are entitled. Call us now at 815-730-1977 to schedule your free consultation however is easiest for you – online, by phone, or in person.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2375&ChapterID=67

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How do I know if I have a case?

The most basic grounds for a case are that you’re hurt and it’s someone else’s fault, legally. There are multiple legal standards that may apply.

Most cases are accidents. The party responsible doesn’t necessarily have to have hurt you on purpose. Simple negligence, which is just an unreasonable absence of care, can be enough for the victim to have the right to compensation. In other words, you might have a case, even if it was an accident.

Ask us for your personal consultation. We can learn about what happened in your case and explain how the law may apply.

How will the value of my case be determined?

The purpose of a personal injury case is to compensate you fairly for the losses that you have suffered. That includes financial losses, plus the physical and emotional suffering that goes along with injuries. The question to answer is – What has the personal injury cost you, financially and personally?

There are other factors that may impact the value of a case. Comparative negligence may apply, for example. Punitive damages may be awarded, subject to statutory limitations and requirements for pretrial motion and hearing to amend the complaint. The legal strength of the case may also impact its value.

At your consultation, we look at your specific case and explain how the value of your case may be determined.

Will I have to go to court for my personal injury case?

Most Personal Injury cases don’t go to court, but we’re always ready just in case. In fact, aggressively preparing your case can be exactly what’s needed to reach a fair settlement. We’re always ready to pursue your interests as long as necessary for you to get justice.

It’s normal to be nervous about court. Many people ask us if their case will go to court, hoping that the answer is no. Rest assured that you’re hiring us to represent you. We’ll speak for you to the court. If it’s your turn to testify, we’ll make sure that you’re fully prepared and that you know what to expect.

As your legal representative, Michael L. Lichner works to understand your goals for litigation. He’ll discuss the pros and cons of going to court and help you make the right decisions for your case.

What types of damages can I recover in a personal injury lawsuit?

In a personal injury lawsuit, you can recover damages for the losses you have – financially and personally. You’ll have direct financial losses which may include medical bills, physical therapy, lost wages, and damaged property. You can put in a claim for these expenses.

In addition, when you have a personal injury, you suffer in a lot of ways that can’t be measured directly. For example, you will have physical pain. Injuries may cause mental injury and emotional anguish. Your lifestyle may change. These are real losses, too.

How can I have attorney Michael J. Lichner represent me?

If you’re interested in hiring Michael J. Lichner, contact us. Call or message us, and we’ll take it from there. We offer free consultations and no fee unless we win.

We’ll start with a consultation, answer your questions, and explain how representation works. When you pick us as your representation we’ll get right to work!

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