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Illinois Dram Shop Act: Can You Sue a Bar After a Drunk Driving Accident?

Illinois Dram Shop Act: Can You Sue a Bar After a Drunk Driving Accident?

The short answer: Often, yes. Under the Illinois Dram Shop Act (235 ILCS 5/6-21), someone injured by a drunk driver …

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Uber and Lyft Accidents in Illinois Who Is Liable for Your Injuries?

Uber and Lyft Accidents in Illinois: Who Is Liable for Your Injuries?

The short answer: Liability in an Uber or Lyft crash in Illinois usually turns on what the rideshare driver was …

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Wrongful Death and Car Accidents

Wrongful Death and Car Accidents

Motor vehicle safety remains a serious concern in our region. According to data from the Illinois Department of Transportation, there …

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Understanding Seatbelt Laws in Illinois and Their Impact on Car Accident Claims

Understanding Seatbelt Laws in Illinois and Their Impact on Car Accident Claims

Seatbelts save lives. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately half of all people killed in car …

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Motorcycle Accidents vs Car Accidents and How They Differ

Motorcycle Accidents vs Car Accidents and How They Differ

Traffic collisions are a leading cause of accidental injuries in Illinois. According to data from the Illinois Department of Transportation, …

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Recognizing Concussion Symptoms After a Car Accident in Illinois

Recognizing Concussion Symptoms After a Car Accident in Illinois

Concussions are familiar car accident injuries. Anyone involved in a car wreck can slam their head against the steering wheel …

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Neck Pain After a Car Accident in Illinois

Neck Pain After a Car Accident in Illinois

Neck pain following a car accident is a clear sign that a motorist might have suffered a serious injury. Pain …

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What to Do After A Car Accident in Illinois

What to Do After A Car Accident in Illinois

Car accidents are scary events, and many people need days to fully process what happened. However, there are critical steps …

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The Most Common Injuries from Car Accidents in Illinois

The Most Common Injuries from Car Accidents in Illinois

As traumatic events, car accidents leave many occupants with substantial injuries. The violent nature of many car accidents causes people …

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What to Do if You’re Involved in a Hit-and-Run Accident in Joliet, IL

What to Do if You’re Involved in a Hit-and-Run Accident in Joliet, IL

Illinois law clearly states that any motorist involved in a crash must stop their car immediately. This law is designed …

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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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