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.
Two years from the date of the crash for most cases. That's the Illinois personal injury statute of limitations - miss it and your case is gone, no exceptions. If a government vehicle was involved (a Will County vehicle, Joliet police, a school bus, an Illinois state vehicle), the deadline is shorter - you may have as little as one year to file a written notice. Don't wait. Evidence disappears fast. Call me at 312-500-4500 as soon as possible after the crash.
Call 911 and report the crash. An accident report from Joliet Police, the Will County Sheriff, or the Illinois State Police is critical evidence for your case. Get medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine - some injuries don't show symptoms for hours or days. Take photos of the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries. Get names and phone numbers of any witnesses. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company. Then call me at 312-500-4500.
Yes. Civil personal injury cases arising from Joliet accidents are typically filed in the Will County Circuit Court in Joliet. Will County has its own local rules, pretrial procedures, and judicial preferences that differ from Cook County and DuPage County. The Will County jury pool tends to be more suburban than Cook County. I practice in Will County regularly and know the judges, the procedures, and the local defense bar.
High-speed expressway accidents in the Joliet area tend to produce more serious injuries because of the speeds involved. Even a rear-end collision at expressway speeds can cause cervical disc herniations, shoulder injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. These cases often involve multiple parties: other drivers, trucking companies if a commercial vehicle was involved, and sometimes IDOT or construction contractors if road conditions contributed. I investigate every angle to identify all potentially responsible parties.
You can still recover. Illinois requires every auto policy to include uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage - that's your own insurance, paying for injuries caused by a driver who has no insurance or not enough insurance. Most people don't realize they have this coverage until they need it. I review every client's auto policy to find every dollar of available coverage, including UM, UIM, and stacking if you have multiple vehicles on the policy. Call me at 312-500-4500.
No. They will call you within days of the crash, sound friendly, and ask for a recorded statement. Decline. The adjuster is a trained professional whose job is to elicit answers that reduce or deny your claim. They will ask leading questions about your speed, how you feel, your prior medical history - and use your answers against you. You are not legally required to give them a statement. Tell them to contact your attorney instead, then call me at 312-500-4500.
You can still recover under Illinois law. Illinois follows modified comparative negligence - as long as you are less than 51% at fault, you can collect damages. Your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage. If you are 20% at fault, your recovery is reduced by 20%. Insurance companies routinely try to inflate your fault percentage to reduce what they pay. I fight that allocation in every case. Don't accept the insurance company's version of who is at fault.
It depends on the severity of your injuries and whether the insurance company negotiates fairly. Most cases settle within 6 to 18 months once treatment is complete. If we have to file a lawsuit, expect 18 to 30 months. I never settle your case before you've reached maximum medical improvement - settling too early means we're guessing about your future medical needs, and we'll guess wrong in the insurance company's favor. I move as fast as possible while making sure your case is properly valued.
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"Beyond satisfied with the services I received from this law firm. Definitely recommend! They got me fully paid and all the doctor bills, too. If you want the best, this is the law firm for your injury case!"
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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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