Niles, IL Lawyer for Accidents

If you have been in a car accident or any other kind of accident, you probably have a lot of questions. The questions vary from victim to victim.

Can you recommend a doctor for me? Does seeing a doctor cost money? What if I get hurt?  Will my injuries heal? Will I be required to miss work? I should consult an injury lawyer. Where can I find the best one?

Questions of this nature are normal and expected. Thousands of accident victims have sought my assistance over the years. Our clients receive full medical treatment after their injuries. We make sure that they get paid for their lost wages, and we pay for all of their medical bills. In most cases, our clients settle their cases quickly and with little hassle.

Technology enables us to see people living in Niles, IL who were injured in a car accident or any other kind of injury. I rarely need to see someone in person. I travel and visit clients at home or at a nearby restaurant.  We use Zoom and Docusign so clients do not need to travel to my office to be a client. Therefore, you can easily gather information about your case and resolve it to your advantage if that is what you desire.

State-by-State Injury Statistics

Injuries to the neck and back are the most common after a car accident. Many accidents are caused by rear-end collisions or side impacts. When you undergo violent backwards, forwards, or sideways movements, they will appear. Those over 35 or with prior neck or back injuries are more likely to sustain new injuries in a Niles, IL car accident.

The neck and back are frequently injured in the same way, whether it's through short-term muscle strains or long-term conditions. Any injury should be evaluated by a doctor, regardless of how minor or severe it is.

It is best to choose a doctor who has experience handling car accident injury claims after a car accident. Thus, your doctor will record all of the information that your insurance company needs to process your claim in your medical record. An honest doctor should communicate effectively with you. You shouldn't be treated by a physician who doesn't take the time to explain your injuries or treatment plan to you. A doctor who communicates with you and your lawyer is necessary if you want the maximum compensation for your case.

You can use our resources to find out if a doctor has a good reputation for handling car crash cases. Knowing whether he is willing to cooperate with their injured patient will be helpful to you.  Give us a call at 312-500-4500 to discuss it for free.

In Niles, IL, How Long Does it Take to Settle a Car Accident?

A motor vehicle accident victim almost always asks me this question. It depends on the case. Sometimes it takes years.

Most people don't realize that we can't begin to resolve your case until you've seen your doctor. This will need to be done until you've healed as much as you can. Ideally, you will not feel pain anymore. Permanent injuries can result in permanent disabilities as well as permanent pain in the body.

Upon reflection, it makes sense. In Niles, IL, we won't settle a car accident injury case until we know exactly how you were injured. Please let us know if you require surgery. I advise clients who need surgery to wait until they are fully recovered from the surgery and after the surgery. Some surgeries require other surgeries. Some problems can't be fixed with one operation. It is still possible to sustain permanent damage even if all goes well during surgery.

An injury that is permanent and serious is worth much more than an injury that is temporary and minor. We need to thoroughly investigate this case before settling it and make sure you receive proper medical care.

Due to this, predicting the length of time it will take to settle a case is impossible. I have a completely trained staff who understand that getting your money as soon as possible is a very high priority in my office. Typically, we settle our cases within a year of the accident or shortly thereafter. That's as good as any other car accident lawyer. Our clients get excellent service quickly.

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I Had a Car Accident in Niles, IL. How Much is it Worth?

How serious and permanent your injuries are, as well as how much medical care you get, directly contribute to your case's value. In general, the more serious and permanent your injuries and the more medical attention you receive, the more valuable your case will be. In the case of injuries that lasted a short period and little medical care, your case will probably have a lower value.

Despite that, you shouldn't be discouraged. Getting medical treatment and legal representation immediately after an accident is wise. At the beginning of your case, you don't know how serious your injuries are going to be or how long they might last. In my career as a lawyer, I have handled hundreds of cases where people waited too long to seek legal advice. Some people weren't concerned that they were hurt that badly or that their neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, or knee pain would go away on their own, so they didn't want to go to the trouble of seeing a doctor. There's no way you can do that. Do not avoid talking to a lawyer either.

It is not unusual for insurance companies which represent people in car accidents to hire lawyers and claim adjusters to convince injured people to say or do things that hurt the value of their case. There are a few times when I have seen someone sign away their rights without knowing it. That is horrible.

During my free consultations with people, I inform them of their rights and help them decide whether they have a strong case or one that may face challenges.

The following is what I can tell you from my experience helping people in car accidents in Niles, IL:

Small cases are also often settled for four- and five-figure sums. An average car accident case might settle for low six figures or high five figures. Depending on the severity of the injuries and the extent of the insurance coverage for the accident, a very serious accident can settle for between six and eight figures.

You won't know the size of a case until later in the case. Doctors will need some time to tell us how serious your injuries are and whether you will be able to recover permanently. Nevertheless, you should consult a lawyer right away in order to ensure that your case will be positioned for maximum value and maximum strength. If you have been involved in a car accident in Niles, IL, you should always contact or hire a lawyer.

Insurance companies have tricks that you should not fall for. Call us right away at 312-500-4500 to schedule a free consultation with an attorney from our Niles, IL Personal Injury Law Firm.