If you have been seriously injured in an automobile accident, you should consult an attorney who specializes in accident injury cases. It is imperative that you find the right attorney in order to get you on the road to a peace of mind as well as a financial and physical recovery. You need someone with knowledge and experience on your side when you file a claim and fight for justice after a car crash in the Joliet, IL area.
Our attorneys have decades of experience in all areas of injury law, but our specialty is helping our clients recover from the trauma and hardship caused by motor vehicle accidents and their impact. You don't pay us a cent unless we collect the money you are due.
If you've been involved in a car accident or some other accident resulting in injury you probably have lots of questions. Most people who get hurt have a lot of questions.
Some of those case questions probably include who should I see for a doctor? How will I pay my medical bills? Who will be found responsible for my injuries? What if my injuries never heal? What if I'm missing time from work? Who is the right personal injury attorney to help me with my car crash case?
These sorts of questions are normal and are to be expected. My firm has helped thousands of car accident victims over the years. We make sure that our clients get a full recovery for their injuries. We make sure that they get paid for their lost wages and we make sure that all of their medical bills are paid for. And, most of our cases settle quickly and with zero fuss and hassle for our clients.
Thanks to the power of technology, we can see people in any Joliet, IL location for any Joliet, IL car accident or other kind of injury. It is rare indeed that anyone needs to see me in my office. And I travel and visit people in their homes or in nearby restaurants. We also leverage the power of the Internet and zoom and doc you sign and other technologies so that collecting information on your case and resolving it for maximum value is fast and easy for you.
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Neck and back injuries are the most common following a car accident. In most cases, rear-end collisions and side impacts are to blame. Moving violently backwards, forwards, or sideways will result in them. Over 35s or those with prior back or neck injuries are more likely to suffer new injuries in a Joliet, IL car accident.
The neck and back are often injured in the same way, whether through short-term muscle strains or more severe long-term conditions. A doctor should be consulted for any injury, regardless of how minor or severe it is.
The best doctor to choose after a car accident is one who has experience handling car accident injury claims. Therefore, your doctor will record all of the information in your medical record that your insurance company will need to process your claim. A doctor should be honest with you and communicate with you well. It is not fair for you to be treated by a doctor who doesn't spend time with you or explain your injuries or treatment plan. If you want your case to succeed, you need a doctor who communicates with you and your lawyer.
We can help you to know whether your doctor has a good reputation for knowing how to handle car crash cases and whether he is willing to cooperate with their injured patient. Give us a call at 312-50-4500 to talk about it for free.
I am almost always asked this question by accident victims. However, there are several factors to consider. The process may take years.
Until you see a doctor, we will begin to deal with your case. As long as you cannot fully heal, this will have to be done. It should be painless after some time. As a result of permanent injuries, one can suffer both permanent disabilities and chronic pain.
In retrospect, it makes sense. If you've been injured in a car accident, we won't settle your case until we know exactly how it happened. Surgery can be scheduled if you require it. It is important for clients who require surgery to wait until they are fully recovered from the procedure. Sometimes, patients need additional surgery after the procedure. Some issues cannot be solved with just one procedure. Sometimes, a successful surgery can result in permanent damage.
It is much more valuable to receive a permanent injury than a temporary one. Seek medical care prior to signing any settlement papers.
It is therefore impossible to predict a case's outcome. The staff at our company is completely trained and aware of the importance of getting your money as soon as possible. The vast majority of cases settle within a year. I compare that to other accident lawyers. We offer excellent service as quickly as possible.
Yes. Retaliatory discharge — firing, demoting, or otherwise punishing an employee for filing or pursuing a workers compensation claim — is illegal in Illinois. The Illinois Supreme Court has recognized retaliatory discharge as a tort, meaning you can sue your employer separately and recover damages including lost wages, future earnings, and emotional distress. Timing matters — being fired shortly after filing is strong circumstantial evidence.
Document everything. Write down dates, times, and what was said whenever your supervisor or HR discusses your injury, work restrictions, or return to work. Keep all communications. Note any changes in how you are treated compared to before the injury. If you are given false reasons for discipline, document those too. Then call me immediately — 312-500-4500.
No. Your employer can offer you light duty work within your medical restrictions, and if you refuse reasonable light duty, your TTD benefits may be affected. But they cannot force you back to your full job before your doctor releases you. If your employer is threatening your job if you don't come back before you're medically ready, call me. Your health and your legal rights are both at stake.
No. Your workers comp case continues regardless of whether you are employed. Getting fired does not end your right to medical benefits or your settlement. In fact, being fired may actually strengthen your wage loss and future earning capacity arguments. If you were fired in retaliation for the claim, you may have both the workers comp case and a separate civil retaliation claim. Call 312-500-4500.
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Scott DeSalvo founded DeSalvo Law to help injured people throughout Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Licensed to practice law in Illinois since 1998, IARDC #6244452, Scott has represented over 3,000 clients in personal injury, workers compensation, and accident cases.
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