Car Accident Lawyers

After you or someone in your family is seriously injured in a car accident in Chicago or anywhere in Chicago, you need to speak to a car accident lawyer right away. Burger Law is the Chicago law firm with a team of knowledgeable car accident lawyers you can trust. We have what it takes to win a car accident case and fight relentlessly on your behalf until you receive a complete recovery. Our car accident lawyers are ready to work for you today. Get a free case review and learn more about how we protect your family and your future by calling us at (314) 500-HURT or filling out this form right now.

When another driver breaks the rules and injures you or your family, they must be held responsible. And when you are injured in an accident, you deserve to be made whole. Our car accident lawyers are here to deliver justice and fight hard for your full recovery. Though it may seem straightforward that the at-fault driver’s insurance company should cover your injuries and other damages, it is rarely that simple. Car accident cases in Chicago and Illinois typically involve complex issues surrounding liability, causation, insurance coverage issues, and damages. You need a seasoned car accident injury attorney on your side who understands the legal issues in your case and has the skill to argue your claim and demand full compensation for your damages. When you hire Burger Law, our skilled car accident lawyers in Illinois handle your legal case with dedication and care and take care of everything for you so you can focus completely on healing physically and emotionally.

Do I Need Car Accident Lawyers for My Illinois Injury Claim?

Yes. If you were injured in a serious car accident that was not your fault, do not fall prey to the shrewd ploys of the insurance company. While some minor car accidents can be successfully resolved without involving lawyers or filing lawsuits, do not risk it when serious injuries are involved. It is difficult to put a price on serious injuries and the multitude of additional damages that come along with them, such as hospital stays, surgery, rehabilitation, physical therapy, lost wages, disability, and pain and suffering.

Our seasoned car accident lawyers have worked extensively with Chicago and Illinois families and individuals hurt in car crashes. We know how to calculate the value of your injuries and all of your damages. We work with a network of medical specialists who can adequately treat your injuries and evaluate your condition. We make sure to investigate and prove the extent to which your injuries have impacted and will continue to impact your life and insist that you receive full payment for the value of your damages.

You only have one shot to collect a recovery after your car accident and limited time to do so. In addition to ensuring that you get the best possible outcome in your case, our dedicated car accident lawyers in Illinois make life during your case a little bit easier for you and your family. We offer support, education and advice and handle all the communication and paperwork so that you do not have to be concerned with the details and legal requirements of your case or be intimidated or bullied by an insurance company that wants to avoid their responsibility to pay. Hire us right away after your car accident and leave the rest to our experienced legal team. Contact us now so we can get to work on your case immediately.

Illinois Car Accidents: Insurance Policy Requirements

Like most states, Illinois has laws in place that require Illinois drivers and owners of vehicles to carry car insurance. According to 625 ILCS 5/7-601, all Illinois vehicle owners must carry, at minimum, auto liability insurance.

In addition to mandating that every vehicle owner has insurance, Illinois law establishes a minimum amount of coverage that an owner’s insurance policy must cover. A policy typically has a maximum amount of money that they will pay out in the event of an accident. In Illinois, that maximum number must be at least:

• Liability Coverage:
  • $25,000 per person for bodily injury
  • $50,000 per accident for bodily injury
  • $20,000 per accident for property damage
• Uninsured Motorist Coverage:
  • $25,000 per person for bodily injury
  • $50,000 per accident for bodily injury

Liability auto insurance coverage pays for the injuries and property damage of the driver, passengers, pedestrians or others who were injured when the insurance policyholder is at fault. In addition to liability coverage, in Illinois you are required to have uninsured motorist coverage. This coverage pays for your own injuries when you are injured in an accident and the other driver is unidentified (such as in a hit and run) or the other driver does not have any insurance coverage.

Make sure you follow the law and get the necessary insurance coverage for your car in Illinois. If you fail to obtain the necessary Illinois auto insurance, you could be fined or could face a much bigger financial hit if you are involved in an accident without insurance for which you are at fault.

These minimum insurance coverage requirements exist to help individuals injured in car accidents receive the compensation they need for their injuries, medical treatment and other damages. However, insurance companies often try to avoid paying the policy limit and in very serious accidents, the policy limit may not cover the full value of your damages. Hospital bills, surgeries, permanent disability, significant disfigurement and other lasting, major damages can quickly add up to surpass $25,000. A Chicago car crash lawyer like Burger Law’s team of car accident lawyers are familiar with insurance policies, the tactics insurance companies use to avoid their financial responsibility to the injured and state laws regarding coverage. This knowledge allows us to effectively represent you and demand a full financial recovery after you have been injured in a car wreck.

Common Car Accidents in Illinois

Car accident cases in Illinois are more complicated than they may appear on the surface. Each car accident has its own complex details involving who is liable, the extent of the injuries and damages, insurance policies and other issues. Make sure you hire experienced car accident lawyers in Chicago and Illinois who have worked for and won cases similar to yours. The Illinois car accident lawyers of Burger Law have been helping individuals and families injured in accidents in the Chicago area and throughout Illinois make great recoveries for over 20 years.

Our car accident lawyers will take on your case and fight until you are rightfully compensated. We are not intimidated by difficult cases. We take cases that other Chicago area car accident lawyers do not want to deal with. If you have been seriously injured in a car accident that was not your fault, we can help you receive full compensation for your injuries. Call us immediately at (314) 500-HURT.

As far as the technology and safety of our vehicles have come over the last century, car accidents can still be extremely dangerous and even deadly. Seat belts, airbags, and other safety features have life-saving effects, but we must actively protect ourselves from the risk of injury by playing the rules and driving with caution.

We have laws for driving in Illinois and anywhere in the country in order to keep ourselves and others on the road safe, but accidents still happen. Though some conditions beyond human control can make driving more dangerous and difficult than normal, such as bad weather like precipitation and icy surfaces, ultimately the vast majority of car crashes are caused by human error. Some auto accidents happen as a result of willfully reckless behavior. A case of road rage might cause a driver to intentionally drive too fast, tailgate the car in front of them or cut another driver off. An obviously drunk person might choose to get behind the wheel. Other car crashes are due to unintentional mistakes. A driver may not have seen another car in their blind spot as they move to change lanes or misjudge the speed another car is traveling then they decide to turn in front of them.

Common Causes of Accidents in Illinois

There is no limit to the number of factors and situations that can cause a car crash to happen. As seasoned car accident lawyers, we have seen it all. We have served as car accident lawyers for victims in all kinds of Illinois car accidents. You might have a car accident claim due to:

• Distracted driving
  • Eating
  • Talking on the phone
  • Texting
  • Taking selfies
  • Applying makeup
  • Getting dressed
  • Daydreaming
  • Arguing with someone
• Speeding
• Fatigued driving
• Drunk driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs
• Failing to use turn signals
• Running red lights and stop signs
• Inexperienced driving
• Lack of visibility/Driving at night

Whether the driver responsible for your accident made a simple, unintentional mistake or knowingly behaved recklessly because they thought they could get away with it or simply did not care about the potential consequences, they have to be held accountable for breaking the rules and putting your life at risk. Burger Law’s team of Chicago-based Illinois car accident attorneys have dedicated our careers to making people pay for breaking safety rules and protecting injured individuals and their families from the bullying tactics of insurance companies.

We have experience working on and winning difficult auto accident cases, such as cases where the defendant refuses to take responsibility for their negligence, cases involving multiple at-fault parties, hit and run cases and more. Whether the other driver was speeding, texting and driving, driving while drunk or just not paying attention, they made a mistake that cost you your physical well-being. Now you are injured and you deserve to be made whole again. Your best chance at receiving a full recovery is to hire a talented car crash injury lawyer who dedicates themself to your claim and fighting for your complete compensation. Our car accident injury lawyers will not rest until you are rightfully compensated.

Contact our car accident lawyers in Chicago and across Illinois right away after your wreck. Our knowledgeable attorneys will immediately get to work on you case. Act quickly and hire us as soon as possible so we can act swiftly and collect evidence on your behalf. The sooner we can begin investigating your case, the more evidence we will be able to collect. Your Burger Law accident attorney will build your case by collecting documentation and speaking to experts regarding the events leading up to the accident, the accident itself and the circumstances following the accident. This valuable information in the hands of our savvy car accident lawyers allow us to investigate who is at fault and determine who you have a claim against. When it comes time to negotiate and demand your recovery, we will use all evidence we have uncovered to prove the defendant’s liability and hold them accountable for your injuries.

Common Types of Car Accidents in Illinois

Illinois is comparatively dangerous for motorists, passengers and other road users. In fact, the state is ranked as the number ten state for number of fatal car accidents in 2021. Anyone who has been on the roads in Chicago can probably find that fact unsurprising.

Some of the most common kinds of auto accidents our car accident lawyers in Illinois encounter are:

1. Rear end
2. Turning
3. Angle
4. Fixed object
5. Pedestrian
6. Sideswipe
7. Bicyclist
8. Parked
9. Vehicle overturn
10. Head on

If you get in any kind of car accident in Chicago or anywhere in Illinois, receive medical attention right away. After receiving the emergency care you need for your injuries and undergoing an evaluation to make sure any underlying injuries are detected, your next priority is to speak to a car accident lawyer near you who will fight for your recovery and manage your case while you focus on healing. Whatever type of accident you have been in, Burger Law’s Illinois car accident lawyers have what it takes to demand the complete compensation necessary to make you whole again. After your accident, call our car crash lawyers immediately at (314) 500-HURT.

What Causes Car Accident Injuries

Car accidents are capable of causing a wide variety of accidents and can affect nearly any body part. You could have any number of injuries after being in a crash. Depending on the conditions surrounding the accident, your injuries can vary widely in severity from simple aches and pains to serious disability or even death. Your car accident lawyers of Burger Law are familiar with the complex nature of car accident injuries and will make sure you are justly compensated. If you have been seriously injured, contact our Illinois car accident lawyers right away.

The injuries you and any other passengers in an Illinois car accident experience depend on a number of factors.

• Whether or not you were wearing a seat belt
• From which direction the impact occurred
• The position you were in at the time of the collision
• The speed each vehicle was traveling
• The safety features on your vehicle and whether or not they functioned properly

It is important that you act quickly and hire a qualified car accident lawyer in Illinois. Decades of experience serving the injured and their families in the Chicago area and helping them recover the maximum possible compensation make the car accident lawyers of Burger Law most qualified to give you the fierce representation you deserve. We have worked extensively with similar car accident injuries and know how extensively your injuries have affected your life. Our depth of experience and network of experts such as surgeons and physicians allow our car accident lawyers to paint an accurate picture of your injuries and insist on your complete recovery.

Hire Car Accident Lawyers in Illinois

After the disruption, pain and uncertainty you experience after being seriously injured in a car crash, put your mind at ease and protect your future for yourself and your family by hiring an experienced Illinois car accident attorney. Find a Chicago-area firm that has experience in cases like yours. Burger Law’s car accident lawyers have represented hundreds of car accident injury victims and their families in Illinois and have succeeded in delivering $170 million total (and counting) in settlements and verdicts. Discover how our experience and finely honed litigation and trial skills can be used in your service to help restore your life after your car accident. Get a free case review from one of our car accident lawyers in Illinois by calling us now at (314) 500-HURT.

When you hire Burger Law to fight on your behalf in your car crash injury case, you do not owe any fees until we win your case and get you a great recovery. We work hard on your claim from the moment we are on your case and do not stop until you receive the best possible recovery. While we fight to bring you justice, we also stand by your side and offer heartfelt support and expert counsel. Our dedicated approach to each injury client we work for has earned us the highest number of positive reviews among personal injury law firms in our area. We are proud of the work we have done in our Chicago area community and are honored to have fought for the recoveries and futures of each of our Illinois clients. Check out some of the great case results and settlements our clients have received and hear what our clients are saying about us before you make a decision and hire our car accident lawyers in Illinois for your case. We take your claim seriously and we have what it takes to win your case.

Do not waste any time. Speak to our car accident lawyers as soon as possible after you have been injured in a car accident. We are here to secure your future and get you a case result you deserve. Call our Chicago personal injury and car accident law firm now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online immediately.

Client Reviews

What our clients are saying about us

Juanita Matthews

Year of 2023

This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!

Shaunda S.

7 months ago

I am very happy with the staff at Burger Law. I mostly worked with Michael Sheldon, and he did an amazing job. I trusted him completely with my case, and he did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this team if your ever in need of good attorneys.

Emelia M.

3 months ago

Burger Law Firm is fantastic. Laura and Genevieve were so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process. They helped me with my personal injury case every step of the way and succeeded at getting me the results I desired.

Helen L.

a year ago

We had a great experience with Burger Law for representing us after a serious car accident. Truly impressed by how professional and supportive the entire team is. And, many thanks to Genavieve and Laura – you are amazing!

Judy M.

a year ago

They did an amazing job on my case! Communication with them was great!!! Kept me informed and in the loop with everything that was going on!!! Will definitely be the 1st ones I’ll call if ever I’m in another accident!!! Thank you very much!!!

Chelsea C.

5 months ago

Let me tell you something about Burger Law.. they are so attentive and kind. Jennifer is my savior!! I love the whole team!!! They are truly a miracle team!! I appreciate their business and would recommend it to others.

David D.

2 months ago

Absolutely the best law firm in the St. Louis area. No matter the size of your case you are treated as if you are the only client on the roster. Will explain anything thoroughly and they work around your availability. Very impressed and appreciative of the service.

Lisa B.

11 months ago

Gary and Casey took great care of me for 2.5 years as my lawsuit was finally settled. I feel he helped me achieve justice for me and my 4 children after their father died from medical malpractice and neglect. Thanks to Gary, my kids now have a great start to their college and adult lives. Thank you Gary and Casey, for fighting for us so hard at our most trying and difficult time in our lives thus far. Love and God bless from my family to yours!

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