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How to Calculate Pain and Suffering Damages in Your Personal Injury Case

Personal injury claims allow injured people to seek financial compensation from negligent individuals or businesses. At our firm, Michael J. …

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Who Is Responsible For A Rental Car In An Accident?

Collisions involving rental cars present unique legal issues, especially regarding who is responsible for the rental cars in an accident. …

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What to Do After a Truck Accident in Illinois

Truck accidents are expensive, with some estimates putting the average cost of a wreck at more than 1 million dollars. …

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Is There A Personal Injury Statute of Limitations in Illinois?

The personal injury statute of limitations is the maximum amount of time an accident victim has to file a lawsuit …

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Causes of Electrocution Accidents on Construction Sites

Electrocution accidents are some of the most dangerous on construction sites. Electrical accidents cause many hard-to-see injuries, with some workers …

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Common Types of Construction Site Injuries

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Illinois. Workers face many hazards, including electricity and working high above …

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Understanding the Role of Federal Safety Regulations in Truck Accident Claims

Both the state and federal governments regulate the trucking industry in Illinois. In particular, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration …

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Some of the Most Common Driving Distractions

Distraction plays a role in many accidents. Driving is a complicated activity, requiring motorists to remain focused on what is …

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Common Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents

Thousands of people in Illinois are injured each year in slip and falls, and they end up with painful injuries. …

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Press Release: Michael J. Lichner Selected By The National Association Of Distinguished Counsel

For Immediate Release: Michael Lichner, of Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol, LLC, has been selected to the 2025 list as a …

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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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