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When your way of life is interrupted or completely thrown off course because you were injured in an accident caused by someone’s negligence, you must be made whole again. In Illinois you can make a personal injury claim to recover financial compensation for your damages, but to truly get justice, you will need to hire a skilled and reputable Kirkland, IL personal injury attorney representing you, ferociously fighting for you and your family and demanding maximum payment for your injuries and damages.
The Kirkland, IL personal injury attorneys of Burger Law have more than 70 years of combined experience fighting on behalf of those who have been wronged and making insurance companies pay. We will do the same for you. With more than $170 million in compensation recovered for our deserving clients, we are the Kirkland, IL law firm you want on your side.
A personal injury case can arise from all kinds of situations. If you suffered injuries because of something another person did or did not do, you could have a personal injury claim in Illinois. Personal injury cases are cases of preventable injuries that are caused by negligence. If it was not for that person’s inattention or recklessness, you would not be injured.
When you have been injured through no fault of your own, it is important to get prompt medical care and speak to an experienced personal injury attorney in Kirkland, IL as soon as possible. If you have been hurt, call (312) 500-HURT now. Some of the most common types of personal injury claims our Kirkland, IL attorneys handle and win are described below.
Any time one or more vehicles crash, injuries often occur. If someone else’s actions, such as another driver, behaved in a way that caused an accident that injured you, you may have an Illinois personal injury claim. This category of personal injury cases includes many various types of accidents. Your accident could involve cars, trucks, busses, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles and other modes of transportation.
Car wrecks and other motor vehicle accidents are caused by all kinds of variables. Some of the most frequent causes of car accidents are speeding, distracted driving, drunk driving and drugged driving and drowsy driving. While many of us have seen figures that tie human error to something like 95% of car crashes, often there are also external factors at play – things like poor weather, poor lighting and other road conditions. Nevertheless, if someone else on the road caused you to be injured in a motor vehicle accident in Kirkland, IL, you may have a right to recover compensation in a personal injury claim. The Kirkland, IL personal injury attorneys at Burger Law have decades of experience winning personal injury claims for car accident victims. Our legal team will help you receive a great recovery in your Kirkland, IL car accident personal injury case.
Construction accidents are a leading cause of unintentional injuries in Kirkland and the United States. In 2020 the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 74,520 cases of injuries on the job resulting in missed work in the construction industry alone. In the annual report of work safety violations reported by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 2021, five of the top ten most common violations applied to the construction industry. While an individual can be hurt on the job in any environment and accidents resulting in injuries happen in all kinds of workplaces, construction sites can be dangerous, and injuries in construction settings can often be quite severe.
The most common construction site injuries are fall injuries (including slips and falling from a height), being struck by an object, being crushed or stuck between two objects and accidents involving equipment malfunctions. If you were working on a construction site when you were injured, you may have an Illinois workers’ compensation claim with your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance.
For many who are injured on Illinois construction sites, the majority of their recovery will come from making a Illinois personal injury claim. If you were working at the time, you may be able to make an additional third-party negligence claim against a negligent person involved in the cause of your accident, and if you were injured outside of work, a personal injury claim will be your sole source of recovery. Your Kirkland, IL personal injury attorney from Burger Law will help you make sense of your options for legal recourse and make sure you receive maximum compensation from any and all at-fault parties. After you have been injured in a construction accident, find a personal injury lawyer in Kirkland, IL has a winning history with construction accidents. Burger Law’ s expert personal injury team in Kirkland, IL will help you win your case.
Fall injuries can happen anywhere. Even the most careful among us are going to trip or slip at some point. In terms of personal injury claims, most fall injuries happen due to a danger that the person in control of the property did not properly address or provide adequate warning about. This could be a slip and fall accident — perhaps the gas station employee fails to get a sign up in a timely manner to warn about a wet floor or the landlord of a retail complex fails to clear ice and snow from a walkway after snowfall — or a fall from a height — it could be that a hole in the floor has no markings, covering or rope around it to caution visitors or a rotted board on a landing or staircase gives way under a standard amount of weight.
Each year, there is an average of 8 million emergency room visits in the United States due to slip and fall accidents. While a slip and fall might sound like a minor, albeit embarrassing incident, that is unfortunately not always so. In fact, slip and fall accidents lead to more than half a million hospitalizations and 20 thousand deaths every year in the United States. While anyone can fall when a property is unsafe, older adults are most vulnerable and likely to be severely injured or killed in slip and fall accidents.
Slip and fall and other falling accidents can happen anywhere: at home, in the workplace or another place such as a retail store, an attraction or bar. If you have been hurt because of a hazard on someone else’s property, you can make a recovery through a personal injury claim for premises liability in Illinois. The Kirkland, IL personal injury lawyers of Burger Law have more than 70 years of experience helping slip and fall and other premises liability victims receive maximum compensation.
If you are like most people, including all of us at Burger Law, you love dogs. In fact, some of our staff regularly foster dogs and other pets in need of good homes. Still, we also know that dogs sometimes bite, and those bites can lead to serious injuries. According to the CDC, there are around 4.5 million dog bites in the United States every year. Many of them are minor and do not require significant medical care; every year 800,000 dog bites are damaging enough to prompt some sort of medical attention. If you are bitten by a dog that you did not provoke, and you become injured as a result, an experienced personal injury attorney in Kirkland, IL will work on your behalf and demand a great settlement for you.
Many different injuries can occur in a dog bite attack, which partially depend on where on your body the dog bit you. Dog bite wounds can be anything from negligible surface scrapes to serious puncture wounds, broken bones and internal bleeding and damage as well as scarring and disfigurement. Be cautioned that, almost any dog bite injury comes with a risk of infection. It is vital to practice proper wound care and take steps to evade infections.
We humans can have a difficult time comprehending what a dog or any animal is thinking or feeling, and a dog bite attack can be an extreme shock. Studying dog behavior basics can reduce the chances that you are bit by a dog and injured. Dogs bite when they are threatened; they could feel frightened, startled, cornered, sick, or could be trying to protect or guard something they care about — even a human family member. An innocuous situation could make the dog feel threatened and trigger the dog to go on the offense. Sadly, this is quite common in dogs who live with trauma due to life in an abusive environment. The onus is on all of us to treat dogs with respect and protect them from a situation that could be threatening, but that does not mean that all dog bites are warranted. You could have an Illinois personal injury claim if a dog bit you and injured you in the Kirkland, IL area. The Burger Law personal injury attorneys in Kirkland, IL possess extensive experience in dog bite cases and will get you the best possible settlement for your dog bitedamages.
When you receive medical care from a professional, they are governed by a certain standard of care. They may not always be able to cure us — human bodies and health are complex and there is still a lot we need to learn — but you should be confident that your physician is qualified to treat you and will treat you to the best of their ability. You should not have to worry about encountering a preventable injury because of the failures of your doctor. When your medical care provider fails to provide the care that “a reasonably prudent and careful health care provider would have under similar circumstances,” causing you to be injured or get sick in a way that you would not have otherwise been, you can file a medical malpractice claim in Illinois civil court. Burger Law’s Kirkland, IL medical malpractice lawyers have recovered millions of dollars for victims of medical malpractice in Kirkland, IL and will demand a great and complete recovery for you.
Preventable injuries due to medical provider error is often expensive and can be lethal. In fact, medical errors account for as many as 400,000 deaths per year, which makes medical errors the number three cause of death in the United States. When a physician prescribes the wrong medication or one that reacts poorly with other prescriptions, fails to communicate something critical to another treating physician, makes a surgical error or failed to make a diagnosis or identify a treatment method that any other doctor would have, and in turn you are hurt or made sick, it is important to speak to a personal injury lawyer in Kirkland who has worked and won cases involving medical malpractice. Cases against medical professionals and entities are very convoluted, and you need an attorney in Kirkland, IL with talent and experience leading the charge in your recovery.
Some personal injury cases arise from the use of a consumer product that is defective and dangerous to users. The Consumer Product Safety Commission is the U.S. agency whose job it is to create and enforce laws and standards regulating consumer products in order to protect the public from harm. When a a manufacturer releases a product that violates these standards or poses an unacceptable safety hazard when used, the product will be recalled by the CPSC. You can take further legal action. If you were hurt by a product that was dangerous, you can demand a financial recovery by filing a personal injury claim in Kirkland, IL. If a manufacturer is negligent by introducing a product to the public that is dangerous to use, you have a product liability case in Kirkland, IL.
Any type of product could potentially be involved in a product liability case in Illinois and elsewhere in the U.S. If you used a toy or game, an article of clothing, cosmetic product, sports equipment, homeware or a consumer good of any sort and were injured as a result, Burger Law’s Kirkland, IL personal injury attorneys specializing in product liability claims will help you recover and hold the manufacturer to account. Product liability cases can form even if a part on an automobile fails and causes an accident or injures you on its own. Medical devices and pharmaceutical products, regulated by the Food and Drug Administration are also common culprits in product liability injuries. If a medication or another item damages and injures you, call (312) 500-HURT right away to discuss your case with a Burger Law personal injury attorney.
While no exact data is available, the Bureau of Justice Statistics estimated that in 2005 – the last year with available data – about 26,950 civil cases went to trial. Sixty percent, or 16,170, of those cases were personal injury claims. As only four to five percent of personal injury cases go to trial, there are likely over 400,000 personal injury claims in the United States annually.
Our Kirkland-based Illinois personal injury attorney team has seen injuries caused by negligence can occur in a variety of accidents and know how to build your case and demand your full compensation. Call our Kirkland, IL personal injury team now at (312) 500-HURT to discuss your case for free with an experienced Kirkland, IL personal injury attorney.
In personal injury claims, you are legally entitled to economic damages, noneconomic damages and, in some rare cases, punitive damages. The amount of compensation you receive will depend on the severity of your injuries, how they have impacted you financially, emotionally and physically and the skill of your personal injury attorney in Kirkland, IL.
Economic damages have clear monetary value, and will typically be the sum total of all of the money you spent or lost because of your injuries. Examples of economic damages your Illinois personal injury attorney in Kirkland, IL will help you receive are:
Noneconomic damages are less tangible, and are meant to compensate you for the physical and emotional pain you experience from your accident. According to 735 ILCS 5/ §2-1115.2, the state of Illinois states that noneconomic loss is, including but not limited to:
Punitive damages seek to punish the liable party for gross misconduct and to deter future misconduct. According to 735 ILCS 5/ §2-1115.5 stipulates that in order to receive punitive damages, your personal injury attorney must prove:
by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant’s conduct was with evil motive or a reckless and outrageous indifference to a highly unreasonable risk of harm and with a conscious indifference to the rights and safety of others.
The burden of proof is much higher than the preponderance of the evidence standard used to award noneconomic and economic damages. In Illinois, punitive damages cannot be more than three times the economic damages you receive.
The Kirkland-based Illinois personal injury attorney firm at Burger Law investigates every aspect of your case and insists that you recover the maximum compensation possible. Only you know the full scope of the consequences your injury has had on your life. If you have been playing piano since you were a child and now no longer have use of your hand, it is impossible to put a true dollar amount on how your injury has affected you. The Kirkland and Illinois personal injury attorney team at Burger Law does everything possible in order to help make you as whole as possible. We know how to put Kirkland, Illinois insurance agents, judges and juries in your shoes and ensure you receive the best possible financial recovery for your injuries.
You did not deserve to be injured by a negligent actor. It is not fair that you now have to deal with pain and disability, the hassle of ongoing medical care, the emotional trauma of the incident, and many other consequences ranging from inconveniences to major limitations and life changes. You have a chance to recover and be made whole, but you have only one shot, limited time and will need the help of an experienced professional. Burger Law’s Kirkland, IL personal injury attorneys will fight for your recovery and demand justice in the form of maximum compensation for you.
Our Kirkland, IL personal injuries are committed to not only providing you the best available legal representation and advocacy from collecting evidence at the beginning of your case to securing full compensation by negotiating a great settlement to bring this matter to a close, but also to offering you the resources and education you need to feel confident and prepared as a plaintiff in your personal injury case. Check out our wealth of online resources from ebooks, podcasts, videos, a directory of resources in the state of Illinois.
Do not waste another moment; speak to a personal injury attorney in Kirkland, IL today. Call (312) 500-HURT or reach us online to speak to an experienced lawyer about your case today.
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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!
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.
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.
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!
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!!!
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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.
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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Genevieve and Laura have assisted me in my personal injury claim and have made the process so much less stressful. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional, and attentive. Laura is always on top of everything and very sweet. I had no idea how to navigate this process and they have made me feel at ease and like they truly cared about the outcome.
It has been a long 4 years, but it is finally over! Burger law did a great job handling my case. Grant Doty answered all my questions, promptly returned my phone calls, frequently kept me updated and insured me that he was fighting for me. Jennifer Zini also did a wonderful job, great customer service. It was pleasure getting to know the Burger Law team!
After a driver unexpectedly pulled out right in front of my motorcycle & I suffered injuries, the at-fault driver’s insurance company offered me a $10,000 settlement. I hired Burger Law & they won a $109,000 settlement. I was very happy with the outcome. They were easy to work with & fully explained each step of the process & kept me informed along the way.
At Burger Law | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer, we are a team of personal injury attorneys who have earned many distinctions and peer-reviewed awards for our civil litigation and trial work in Missouri and Illinois. A few of the honors we have earned include the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Top 100 Trial Lawyer Award, a Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, Super Lawyers selection as one of the top attorneys in the field of personal injury and board certifications in Civil Litigation.
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