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(314) 500-HURTBurger Law defends the rights of people who get hurt due to negligent and reckless actions. If you have sustained serious injuries all because someone else behaved recklessly or irresponsibly, Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers in Campton Hills, IL demand the recovery you are owed and fight for you every step of the way. Reach out to Burger Law today at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online form.
To find out the value of your personal injury claim in Campton Hills, or anywhere in Illinois, take a look at our complimentary personal injury calculator.
Those who hurt you have an obligation to compensate you for all of your damages, but they will not do it willingly. Burger Law’s personal injury lawyer team fights back for the injured against anyone who is trying to keep them from the compensation they deserve. We handle a variety of cases, including suing drunk drivers, holding negligent doctors, product manufacturers, pet owners accountable, taking the fight to City Hall, to getting justice and financial security for Campton Hills residents after the wrongful death of a family member. If you want to understand if you have a claim, the damages you may be able to recover or anything else about the personal injury claims process, call our personal injury lawyers in Campton Hills, IL as soon as possible at (314) 500-HURT.
Choosing the right personal injury lawyer for you is essential. You want someone who has won your type of case before and who you know will not back down from a fight. In order to have a good understanding of the abilities of a law firm, you need to take into account the cases they have won, and what their clients and peers say about them:
The many awards and honors Burger Law has received from other attorneys include:
Our Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyers have a demonstrated history of getting great results. We take on all who have injured our clients, and we fight for a full recovery every time. Our lawyers are committed to providing our clients amazing legal representation, and we have tremendous pride in our hard-fought victories. Read about our recent successes in personal injury claims below:
It is important to remember that every case is unique, and what you may be eligible to recover is going to depend on the circumstances of your claim. We fight for you so that there is no money left on the table.
Beyond the videos below, you can watch more client testimonials here.
A personal injury claim is your right under Illinois law to get a financial recovery for the wrong another person is responsible for, and to achieve justice. The compensation you receive is intended to make one whole. The goal is to put you in the same position you were in before another person injured you.
In some cases, no outcome in your claim can truly “put back” all the things you lost in an injury. While you can be reimbursed for the financial losses you sustained, other damages cannot truly be expressed through dollar signs. If a family member died, you are permanently disabled, are permanently scarred or will have to receive medical care for the rest of your life, no one can truly make that go away. What compassionate and experienced personal injury lawyers like those at Burger Law are able to do is secure you fair compensation in order to provide a sense of justice and acknowledgment, and to give you relief from the financial losses resulting from your injuries.
While some cases can be successfully navigated without a lawyer, most of the time you will need one to get the full compensation you deserve in Campton Hills, IL. The important question is, can they increase my compensation? If your injuries were not significant, you did not miss much time off work and the other party’s fault is clearly established, a lawyer might not be necessary. But, you will need an attorney in Campton Hills, IL under the following circumstances:
We offer consultations for free, and we are always honest about how much we can help your claim. Our personal injury lawyers take on cases based on a contingency-fee, meaning you do not pay until we win your case, and there is no reason for us to take on your claim if we do not think we can significantly increase your final payout.
While legal doctrine can be confusing, whether or not you can seek compensation generally depends on one specific question: were you injured because someone else was negligent? From a legal standpoint, you need to prove the five elements of negligence:
The only way to know for certain if you have an injury claim is to consult with an attorney who has handled your type of claim in Campton Hills, IL before. You can speak to a personal injury lawyer now at (314) 500-HURT.
Being a personal injury lawyer in Campton Hills, IL mandates that your lawyers and firm have a vast knowledge of the different types of cases that people deal with. Knowing the difference between how the law applies to auto accidents, medical malpractice and slip and falls is essential. A lawyer who only knows how to deal with car insurance companies may not be the best choice to get you full compensation in a different claim. At Burger Law, we know how to secure justice for the injured whenever negligence results in an injury. We have won millions for our Campton Hills, IL clients in the following types of cases:
The Bureau of Justice Statistics estimates that there are 300,000 to 500,000 personal injury claims annually. About 52 percent of those result from auto accidents, for instance:
Truck accidents can cause serious injuries because trucks emit an incredible amount of force, and motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians are all at increased risk of being severely injured due to their relatively limited protection. Under 625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1, all motorist must “exercise due care” to avoid colliding with anybody or anything else on the Illinois roads. If a driver is negligent, causes an accident and injures you, you have an auto accident claim against them.
Sometimes, a vehicle manufacturer, construction company or governmental entity may have at least contributed to your injuries. Your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will conduct a full investigation into your accident to find every liable party and hold them accountable.
Property owners and managers have a duty to ensure their property is not hazardous for people who are not trespassing. If you sustain damages in a slip and fall because a property was unsafe, you may have a premises liability claim. 740 ILCS 130/, also referred to as the Illinois Premises Liability Act, states that property owners have a duty of care to people who lawfully enter their property that is “of reasonable care under the circumstances regarding the state of the premises or acts done or omitted on them.” Generally, if something that is not obvious makes the property dangerous, the owner has a responsibility to either repair the condition or warn against it. Some hazardous conditions include:
Not all injuries on a property lead to a valid premises liability claim. If you were trespassing, did not pay attention to warning signs, for example a “wet floor sign,” or were running or not behaving in a safe manner, you likely do not have a slip and fall claim. Successful premises liability claims depend on the following:
A store or insurance adjuster in Campton Hills, IL may try to convince you that they do not owe you anything because they had no idea about the condition or because you are to blame. Do not believe them, and always speak with a personal injury lawyer before accepting any settlement.
According to a 2016 study from John Hopkins University, medical errors cause over a quarter of a million deaths annually. While not every error amount to malpractice, when it does, a healthcare professional needs to pay for breaking your trust.
Your medical malpractice cases will come down to what is referred to as the standard of care. The standard refers to how a reasonable physician, in the same area and with the same training as the one you are suing, would treat whatever ailment you saw them for.
Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/2-622, any medical malpractice lawsuit must be accompanied by an affidavit from a health professional who:
It is vital that the health professional corroborating your claim has the same training and practices in the same area as the health professional you are suing. An anesthesiologist in Chicago has a different standard of care than a general practitioner in Kadoka, South Dakota. Burger Law relies on numerous expert witnesses in Campton Hills and throughout Illinois who can help verify that your medical malpractice suit is valid.
Common instances of medical malpractice in Campton Hills, IL include:
Each day, almost 1,000 people require emergency care for dog bites, and annually dog bites lead to about 12,480 hospitalizations. According to a Chicago Tribune article, 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, mandates that a dog owner is strictly liable for your the injuries their dog causes, as long as there was no provocation and you were legally allowed to be where you were. “Strict liability” means that the owner is automatically liable, whether they were negligent or not. This means, the owner cannot get out of paying you by saying they did not know the dog was aggressive, or that it was not their fault the animal got free.
While some dog bites lead to only superficial wounds, others result in expensive surgeries or lifelong scarring. In any case, you likely need an experienced and skilled Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyer to secure you the full compensation you deserve.
Strict liability also applies to anyone involved in the chain of distribution of a defective product. There are three types of product liability claims in Campton Hills, IL:
In order to recover compensation, 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 substantially modified the product.
Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers will take on any case in which someone was injured due to another’s negligence. One of the benefits of choosing a Burger Law Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyer is that we are not limited to any one type of claim, and this actually gives our lawyers exceptional experience that they can use to benefit all their clients. We understand that case types often overlap, and having experience with each type of claim gives our team the perfect understanding of how to fight for our clients’ rights and recoveries.
The journey to getting a financial settlement or verdict for your injuries can be long and complex. While some cases only take a few months, others go completely through to a jury trial. In total, the personal injury claims process includes:
Most people who speak with our Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyers have never had to deal with seeking compensation for an injury before, and do not know what to expect. Burger Law will be by your side from our initial consultation to full compensation, keep you up to date on the status of your claim and handle all documentation, negotiation and litigation so you can spend your energy on healing.
Typically, your compensation will fall into two categories: economic damages and non-economic damages:
Though rare, you may also be eligible for punitive damages if the at-fault harmed you intentionally or they were incredibly reckless. Examples can include a drunk driver, or a doctor who performs surgery after drinking. While punitive damages do not apply to most personal injury claims, your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will pursue every legal avenue available to maximize your compensation.
In Illinois, the statute of limitations is relatively short at two years for most personal injury claims, under 735 ILCS 5/. That means the clock starts ticking when your accident occurs, and expires after two years. However, there are three notable exceptions:
While two years may not cause immediate concern, thoroughly investigating an injury and developing a legal strategy takes time. Do not wait to contact an attorney. Call a personal injury lawyer today at (314) 500-HURT.
Hire Burger Law
Burger Law’s Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyers hold ourselves to the standard of zealous representation. That means we get started on your case the moment you hire us, pursue every legal option we have, stand up to insurance companies on your behalf and do not give up until you get the full recovery you deserve. We offer the highest standard of legal representation; all of our advice will be sincere and in your best interest, but we always leave the ultimate decisions on your claim to you and your Campton Hills, IL family. You do not have to pay for someone else’s careless actions. To start on your road to true recovery, call a Burger Law Campton Hills, IL personal injury lawyer now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation.
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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!
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