Getting seriously injured in an automobile accident requires the help of a lawyer who specializes in accident injury cases. The right attorney will get you on the road to financial and physical recovery as well as peace of mind. After a car crash in the Chicago, IL area, you need a lawyer with knowledge and experience on your side when you file your claim and fight for justice.
Our attorneys have decades of experience in all areas of injury law, but our specialty is helping victims recover from the trauma and hardship caused by motor vehicle accidents. We don't charge you a penny unless we collect the money you are owed.
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 Chicago, IL location for any Chicago, 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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After a car accident, neck and back injuries are the most common. Rear-end collisions and side impacts are the most common causes. They will occur if you move violently backwards, forwards, or sideways. Those over 35 or those with a history of back or neck injuries are more likely to suffer new injuries in a Chicago, IL car accident.
Injuries to the neck and back begin similarly, whether they are short-term muscle strains or longer-term and more severe injuries. Any injury, no matter how minor or serious, should be seen by a doctor as soon as possible.
The ideal doctor to choose after a car accident is one who knows how to handle car accident injury claims. Therefore, your doctor will record all of the necessary information in your medical record that an insurance company will need to proceed with your claim. A doctor should be honest and communicate well with you. It is not fair for you to be treated by a physician who does not spend time with you, who does not explain the injuries or treatment protocol. You want a doctor who communicates with you and your attorney so that the three of us can cooperate to make your case a success.
Almost everyone involved in a motor vehicle accident asks me this question. Some cases can be resolved quickly. Others can take years.
People don't realize that we cannot begin to solve or settle your case until after you've seen your doctor. You'll have to do this until you have healed as much as you can. Ideally, this means you will no longer be in pain. As a result of a permanent injury, you may have a permanent disability as well as permanent pain in your body.
It makes sense if you think about it. In Chicago, IL, we would not settle a car accident injury case until we know the full extent of your injuries. You should also tell us if you need surgery, for instance. My advice to a client who needs surgery is to wait until after the surgery and after they are fully recovered. Sometimes one surgery requires another. One surgery may not fix the problem. Even if all goes well during surgery, you may still suffer permanent damage.
A permanent serious injury is worth much more than a temporary minor injury. Before settling this case, we must thoroughly investigate this and make sure you receive all necessary medical care.
Because of this, there is no easy way to predict how long a case will take to settle. My office, however, is very aggressive, and I have a fully trained staff who understand that getting you your money as soon as possible is a very high priority. Most of our cases are settled within a year of the crash or shortly thereafter. I'll match those numbers with any other car accident attorney. We deliver a great service quickly and maximize value for our clients.
If you have any injury beyond something truly minor, you need a lawyer. Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and attorneys working to minimize what they pay you. Going against them alone is like showing up to a gunfight with a butter knife. If you have medical bills, missed work, or ongoing pain, call us at 312-500-4500 for a free consultation. We'll tell you honestly whether your case needs an attorney.
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency — we only get paid if we recover money for you. Our fee comes out of the settlement or verdict, not out of your pocket. If we don't win, you owe us nothing. No hourly bills, no retainers, no hidden fees. That's how it works at DeSalvo Law and that's how it should work.
It varies. Straightforward cases with clear liability and moderate injuries can settle in 6 months to a year. More complex cases — disputed fault, serious injuries requiring surgery, multiple defendants — can take 2 to 3 years. I never rush a case to settlement before it's ready. Settling too early almost always means leaving money on the table. We wait until you've reached maximum medical improvement so we know the full value.
Illinois uses modified comparative negligence. You can recover damages as long as you're not more than 50% at fault. Your recovery gets reduced by your percentage of fault. So if you're 20% at fault on a $100,000 case, you recover $80,000. Insurance companies love to inflate your fault percentage to reduce what they pay. That's exactly why you need an experienced attorney who knows how to fight back on liability.
Medical bills — past and future. Lost wages and lost earning capacity. Pain and suffering. Emotional distress. Loss of normal life. Property damage. In cases involving drunk driving or extreme recklessness, punitive damages may also be available. The total depends on your specific injuries and how they affect your life. Every case is different, which is why cookie-cutter settlement calculators are worthless.
"Scott is absolutely fantastic. He will always go the extra mile for his clients. They always take the time to return phone calls at all hours and I highly recommend him to all my friends."
-Melissa Brooks
"Great people and Scott's a great lawyer. They helped me make the wisest decision for my case, and that's important in serious legal matters. I trust him completely. He is the one to call."
-Tony Skvarenina
"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!"
-Cynthia Rodriguez
"Scott represented me and I was really pleased with everything, my car accident paid a lot and quick. If you want a good Lawyer who is responsive, and straight with you, I highly recommend him."
-Greg Garcia
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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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