Personal Injury Attorney Wheaton, IL

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured because of another’s negligent behavior in New Lenox, IL or elsewhere in Illinois, you need to contact Burger Law right now. Speak with our qualified New Lenox, IL personal injury attorney for a free, confidential, no-obligation case review by calling (314) 500-HURT or contacting us online.

Those who injure you are legally and financially responsible for paying you 100 percent of what you are owed, but they will not do it willingly. The Burger Law legal team fights for your rights and demands a complete recovery in your New Lenox, IL personal injury claim. Our personal injury attorneys have successfully recovered over $200 million in settlement and trial results for our clients, including a multi-year legal battle ending in a trial verdict of $113 million. Our New Lenox, IL personal injury attorneys work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you only pay after you have received the full compensation you are owed, and we have no reason to accept you as a client if we do not think we can significantly increase the value of your claim. While your personal injury claim in New Lenox, IL cannot undo the pain you have sustained, full compensation can help you and your family’s future during this complicated time.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured in an accident because of someone else’s reckless behavior in New Lenox, IL or elsewhere throughout Illinois, see how much your claim may be worth with our free personal injury calculator.

Why Should I Choose Burger Law’s New Lenox, IL Personal Injury Lawyers For My Claim?

It can be hard to know how to choose the best personal injury lawyer for you in New Lenox, IL. You want someone who has won your type of case before and who is not afraid to take your case all the way to trial if they have to. In order to gauge the abilities of an injury law firm, you need to take into account their previous victories, and what their New Lenox, IL clients and peers say about them:

Premier New Lenox, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

The many awards, honors and accolades Burger Law has received from other law firms include:

• Martindale-Hubbell Award — AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® from NexisLexis® – a significant achievement awarded to less than 5 percent of all attorneys nationwide
• Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Honor — Members of the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor only given to 1 percent of attorneys in the United States.
• Top 100 Trial Lawyers Honor — Selected to the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only award that is made up of the most qualified lawyers in each state.
• Board Certified By the National Board of Trial Advocacy — Board certified in Civil Trial Advocacy and Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Fewer than 4 percent of all practicing attorneys are certified by an ABA accredited certification board.

New Lenox, IL Personal Injury Lawyers – Recent Successes

Our New Lenox, IL personal injury attorneys fight for the full rights and recoveries of our clients. We take on all who have injured our clients, and we demand nothing but full compensation. Our attorneys are devoted to offering our clients the highest standard of legal advocacy, and we have tremendous pride in our well-deserved successes. Check out some of our recent victories for our personal injury clients below:

• $5 Million Settlement – Father Killed By Reckless Truck Driver
• $3 Million Judgment – Son Murdered by Pam Hupp
• $2.5 Million Settlement for Father’s Fatal Car Accident
• From $0 to $2 Million Car Accident Settlement
• $2 Million Settlement – Injured Woman Settles Highway Crash Lawsuit
• $1.435 Million Settlement For Deck Collapse That Injured Couple
• $1 Million Settlement to Family of Man with Sepsis Infection
• Medical Malpractice Case Settles for Over $1 Million
• $900,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement
• $765,000 Settlement After Fatal Collision
• $600,000 Tractor-Trailer Crash
• $600,000 Settlement – Widow in ATV Accident Settles with Property Owner
• Class Action $600,000 Settlement Against the State of Illinois
• $495,000 Uninsured Motorcycle Verdict
• $400,000 Settlement in Employment Discrimination Case
• $350,000 Settlement in Ladder Case

It is worth mentioning that every case is different, and what you may be eligible to recover in New Lenox, IL is going to be based entirely upon the your specific injuries. We calculate the full extent of your damages so that you are given what you deserve. For more information about your claim, the damages you may be able to recover, or any other questions about New Lenox, IL personal injury claims, call our knowledgeable and skilled New Lenox, IL personal injury attorneys as soon as possible at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

Burger Law Client Testimonials

Beyond the videos below, you can see our full list of client testimonials here.

Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in New Lenox, IL?

If you were injured in an accident a lawyer is usually necessary to get the most value in your case. Most of our New Lenox, IL clients do not have law degrees and do not have the same grasp of how to deal with insurance adjusters that an attorney does. When you hire a Burger Law personal injury lawyer, we will right away start:

• Obtaining evidence proving how the liable party caused your injuries
• Working with experts with knowledge relevant to your injuries to discover liability and causation
• Consulting with with physicians and healthcare providers to determine the value of your injuries
• Developing a sound legal strategy
• Combating the lies and dishonest ploys of the insurance company
• Keeping you informed throughout your case so you know what is going on
• Being tough in negotiations to get you the settlement offer you deserve

We are talented and experienced trial lawyers who are not afraid to take the fight to a judge and jury if we have to. With minor injuries that only require a quick trip to the emergency room, you may be able to get the financial recovery you are owed without the help of a personal injury lawyer. But if your injuries require ongoing treatment, or if there is disagreement about who or what caused your injuries, you will likely need an attorney to make sure you are reimbursed for all of your medical bills and the effect your injuries have had on your life. We will always be straightforward with about what your injuries are worth. Speak to a personal injury lawyer today by calling (314) 500-HURT.

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in New Lenox, IL?

In Illinois, the statute of limitations is two years for most personal injury claims, pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/. That means you must file a claim within two years of when the injury, not the accident, occurred. But, there are three important exceptions:

1. If you were under 18 when your injury occurred, you have two years after your 18th birthday to file a claim.
2. If you were under a “legal disability” when the injury happened, you have two years from the date the disability was “removed.”
3. In medical malpractice cases, you have two years from the date you discovered the injury or could reasonably have been expected to discover the injury. No medical malpractice claim can be made more than four years after the injury occurred, unless you were under 18. Then you would have until your 22nd birthday.

While two years may seem like plenty of time, that is not always the case in the legal world. Your personal injury lawyer at Burger Law will have to investigate your claim and communicate with the insurance company you are making a claim against. It is not worth taking the time to wonder if you want to pursue a claim. Call a Burger Law New Lenox, IL personal injury lawyer immediately at (314) 500-HURT or reach out to us online.

What Compensation Can I Get In My New Lenox, IL Personal Injury Claim?

Typically, there are two types of compensation available in a New Lenox, IL personal injury claim: economic damages and non-economic damages:

• Economic damages compensate you for the economic harm resulting from your injuries, including:
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning potential if your injuries result in permanent disability
  • Medical costs, past and future
  • Out-of-pocket expenses
• Non-economic damages compensate you for the less tangible aspects of your injuries, including:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Loss of ability to enjoy life
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Inconvenience
  • Disability
  • Loss of consortium

In some rare cases, we may also be able to pursue punitive damages if the liable party’s conduct was purposefully harmful or grossly negligent. Examples can include a drunk driver in New Lenox, IL, or a New Lenox, IL doctor who performs surgery after drinking. While punitive damages are rarely awarded, your Burger Law New Lenox, IL personal injury lawyer will pursue every legal avenue we can to maximize your compensation. Give us a call now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

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What Are Common Personal Injury Lawsuits in New Lenox, IL?

Practicing injury law in New Lenox, IL mandates that you know how liability laws apply to a wide range of cases. Knowing the difference between the laws and defendants applicable to different types of claims is paramount. A lawyer who only knows how to deal with car insurance companies may not have the experience to take on other cases. At Burger Law, we know how to hold the liable party accountable in any type of claim. Cases we specialize in in New Lenox and throughout Illinois include:

Auto Accidents

The Bureau of Justice Statistics estimates that there are about 400,000 personal injury claims annually. The majority of those are auto accident claims, for instance:

• Car Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents

Truck accidents can be especially catastrophic because of the amount of force they carry in an accident, and motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians are all at heightened risk of being severely injured as they do not have the same protection closed-vehicle occupants have. Under 625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1, all New Lenox, IL motorists must “exercise due care” to avoid colliding with anybody or anything else on the Illinois roads.

Premises Liability

Property owners and managers have an obligation to ensure their premises is safe for people who are not trespassing. If you are injured in a slip and fall because a property in or around New Lenox, IL was unreasonably dangerous, you may have a premises liability claim. 740 ILCS 130/, also referred to as the Illinois Premises Liability Act, stipulates that property owners have a duty of care to people who legally enter their property that is “of reasonable care under the circumstances regarding the state of the premises or acts done or omitted on them.” Basically, if there is a dangerous condition that is not obvious, the owner needs to either fix the hazard, post signage or rope it off.

Medical Malpractice

Your medical malpractice cases is based on what is called the standard of care. The standard is how a prudent healthcare professional, in the same area and with the same training as the one you are making a claim against, would treat a specific condition.

Some common instances of medical malpractice in New Lenox and throughout Illinois include:

• Nursing home negligence
• Birth injuries
• Failing to diagnose and misdiagnosis
• Leaving objects in after surgery
• Failing to secure consent
• Failing to order tests that a prudent doctor would
• Diminishing a patient’s complaints
• Hospital communication errors
• Not changing course when their treatment plan is not working
• Prescribing the wrong medication or the wrong dosage

Dog Bites

Each day, nearly 1,000 people seek emergency medical treatment for dog bites, and annually dog bites lead to about 12,600 hospitalizations. According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, Illinois insurance companies pay out the second-most money for dog bites than any state in the country.

510 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Animal Control Act, states that the owner of a dog is strictly liable for your the injuries their dog causes, as long as you did not provoke it and were not trespassing. Strict liability means that the owner is liable as a matter of law and you do not have to prove negligence. This means that the owner owes you a recovery even if they did not necessarily do anything wrong.

are minor, others can lead to reconstructive surgeries or lifelong scarring. Regardless of the seriousness of your injuries, you likely need an experienced and skilled New Lenox, IL personal injury lawyer to ensure you get the maximum financial recovery you are owed.

Product Liability

Like dog owners, the designers, manufacturers, distributors and vendors of a product are strictly liable for the injuries a defective product causes. In order to make a product liability claim, you must demonstrate that the product carried inherent risks when it was used in a way a manufacturer could reasonably expect, that it was the proximate cause of injuries and that you had not significantly modified the product.

Burger Law’s New Lenox, IL personal injury attorneys will take on any case in which you or a loved one were injured due to no fault of your own. One of the great parts of selecting a New Lenox, IL personal injury lawyer with Burger Law is that our team takes on all types of personal injury claims, and this actually gives our lawyers exceptional experience that they can use to benefit all their clients. We know that case types frequently overlap, and having experience with each type of claim instills in our team the ideal know-how of how to fight for our clients’ rights and recoveries.

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Reach Out to a Burger Law Personal Injury Attorney in New Lenox, IL Now

No matter if it is some other personal injury attorney trying to plot and scheme you into hiring them or a meager offer from an insurance company, do not take less than you deserve. Never settle. experienced, aggressive and unwavering New Lenox, IL personal injury lawyers ready and willing to stand in your corner and fight for your rights throughout the life of your claim.

Call Burger Law as soon as possible at (314) 500-HURT or reach out to us online for a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation with one of our qualified personal injury attorneys in New Lenox, IL. Our attorneys take on cases based on a contingency-fee, meaning you do not pay until we win your case.

• Pedestrian Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Hit and Run
• Drunk Driving
• Distracted Driving
• Texting and Driving
• Speeding Accidents
• Fatal Car Crash
• Head-On Collisions
• Rear-Ended
• Multi-Vehicle Accidents
• Intersection Accidents
• Road Construction Accidents
• Carpool Accidents
• Backup Accident
• Whiplash Injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Brain Injuries
• Underinsured Motorist Claims
• Uninsured Motorist Claims
• Phantom Motorist Claims

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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