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Attorney for Injuries at Private Residences and Public Venues in Plainfield, Joliet, and Will County

When a person suffers a personal injury, they can take legal action to pursue financial compensation from a person or organization that was responsible. When injuries take place on someone else’s property, including at someone’s home or in a public building or establishment, an injured person may pursue a premises liability claim against the property owner or the tenant who was in control of the property. To be successful, it is important to obtain representation from a lawyer who has experience prosecuting these types of cases and obtaining compensation for injury victims.

For more than a decade years, Attorney Michael J. Lichner has been working on behalf of injured people to help them achieve justice. He has helped his clients recover millions of dollars for a wide variety of different types of injuries, and he is prepared to help you take the necessary legal action to hold a negligent property owner responsible for your damages. Our firm has the knowledge and resources to pursue complex cases involving large corporations and insurance companies, and we will not rest until you are made whole.

Understanding Premises Liability

Property owners and residential or commercial tenants have what is known as a “duty of care” toward their visitors or customers. This means that they are required to take all necessary measures to protect the safety of those who are legally allowed to enter or use the property. Any known hazards that could cause harm to visitors should be repaired, or warning signs or other methods should be used to inform visitors about the risk of injury presented by these hazards. Injured people can pursue compensation from a negligent property owner or tenant who failed to meet their duty of care.

Premises liability cases may involve:

  • Slip, trip, and fall injuries – Wet or slippery floors and damaged walking surfaces are some of the most common hazards that result in injuries to visitors to a property. Some forms of negligence that can make a property owner liable for these types of injuries include failure to clean up spilled liquids, failure to repair hazards such as torn carpets or missing floor tiles, or allowing an unnatural accumulation of snow or ice to build up on sidewalks.
  • Dog bites and attacks – Whether they occur on private property or in public places, dog bites can result in serious harm. A dog’s owner can be held liable for injuries inflicted by their animal, as long as the victim was allowed to be in the location where the incident took place and they did not provoke the dog into attacking.

Contact Our Joliet Premises Liability Lawyer

Premises liability cases are often complicated and injured persons will need to show that the negligence of a property owner was directly responsible for the harm they have suffered. Attorney Michael J. Lichner understands the legal issues involved in these situations, and he can gather the necessary evidence to demonstrate liability. He will fight to make sure you are fully compensated for damages including medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Contact our office at 815-258-7877 to arrange a free consultation today. We prosecute premises liability cases in Joliet, Plainfield, Bolingbrook, New Lenox, Romeoville, Homer Glen, Frankfort, Naperville, Lockport, Shorewood, Mokena, and throughout all of Will County. We also proudly serve personal injury clients in DuPage County, Cook County, and all other Northern Illinois counties.

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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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