Injury Lawyer in Chicago, IL

Some of the common cases we see where a conversation with a Chicago injury lawyer is necessary are:

Injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents in Chicago and Illinois are the most common seen by Burger Law injury lawyers. In fact, more than 4.5 million injuries occurred as the result of reported motor vehicle accidents in 2019, at a cost of more than $463 billion. And those are only from the reported accidents. Call us immediately with any questions at 312-500-HURT.

What are some common types of negligence in Chicago motor vehicle crashes?

• Distracted driving
• Texting and driving
• Hit and run accidents
• Drunk driving
• Speeding
• Not signaling properly
• Not checking blind spots
• Not stopping at red lights or stop signs

Truck accidents are especially dangerous because of the sheer size and force of the vehicles, and motorcycle accidents carry increased risk of injury or death because the drivers are more exposed than in other vehicles.

Whatever the cause of your auto accident, and whether your injuries required a trip to a Chicago or an Illinois emergency room, your devoted injury lawyer at Burger Law is here to get you the entire financial recovery you are owed.

Falling is the leading cause of emergency room visits in the U.S., making up around 8 millions visits a year. Slip and falls account for 1 million, or 12 percent of those visits. They are also the leading cause of workers' compensation cases and account for the most days missed from work.

What are some potential causes of slip and fall injuries requiring a Chicago injury lawyer?

What are some common cases of Chicago medical malpractice?

• Birth Injuries, such as:
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Erb's palsy
  • Shoulder dystocia
  • Bruising, lacerations, soft tissue injury or fractures
  • Injury to the mother
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Failure to diagnose
• Incorrect diagnosis
• Failure to disclose

What damages are permitted under the Illinois wrongful death statute in a Chicago injury claim?

The Illinois wrongful death statute, 740 ILCS 180/2, defines the damages you can seek in a wrongful death case as:

• Loss of financial support the deceased would have provided, including lost wages and benefits
• Loss of companionship or consortium
• Loss of instruction, education and moral training the deceased would have provided to any surviving children
• Survivors’ grief, sorrow and mental suffering

Injuries happen far too often in the United States. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an average of almost 38 million people visit an emergency room and more than 57 million visit a doctor’s office each year due to injury. Your Chicago injury lawyer has seen every possible type of injury and knows exactly what to do to protect you and your future and get you and your family maximum compensation.

In addition, your skilled Chicago injury lawyer at Burger Law can handle dog bite cases, product liability claims and third party construction site accidents. Whatever injury you sustained, your Chicago injury lawyer will be by your side throughout your case. Call us today at 312-500-HURT to get the justice and compensation you deserve.