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(314) 500-HURTBurger Law fights on behalf of those who get hurt due to negligent and reckless actions. When you or someone you love are seriously injured because of someone else’s negligent behavior, Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers in Glen Carbon, IL demand the recovery you are owed and fight for you every step of the way. Call Burger Law today at (573) 500-HURT or fill out our online form.
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Those who hurt you are responsible for compensating you for all of your damages, but that does not mean they will do it willingly. Burger Law’s personal injury lawyer team fights back for the injured against whoever is standing in the way of justice. That includes anything from making claims against drunk drivers, holding negligent healthcare professionals, product manufacturers, store owners responsible, taking the fight to the government, to getting justice and financial security for Glen Carbon residents after a loved one passed too soon. If you have questions about your case, the damages you may be able to recover or other questions regarding personal injury claims, speak to one of our personal injury lawyers in Glen Carbon, IL today at (573) 500-HURT.
Choosing the right personal injury lawyer for your case is of utmost importance. 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 gauge the abilities of an injury law firm, you need to look at their previous victories, and what their clients and peers say about them:
The many awards and accolades Burger Law has received from other lawyers include:
Our Charleston, IL personal injury lawyers fight for the full rights and recoveries of our clients. We fight all who harm our clients, and we demand nothing but maximum compensation. Our lawyers are devoted to providing our clients amazing legal representation, and we have tremendous pride in our hard-fought victories. Read about our recent successes for our personal injury clients below:
It is worth mentioning that every case is unique, and the compensation you are owed is going to be based entirely upon the circumstances of your claim. We calculate the full extent of your damages so that there is no money left on the table.
In addition to the videos below, you can see our full list of client testimonials here.
Under Illinois and U.S. law, you have a right to file a personal injury claim to get monetary reimbursement for the injuries done by another person’s negligence, and to achieve justice. The purpose of insurance settlements and civil litigation is to make one whole. The goal is convert all the ways an injury affected you into a dollar amount.
In some cases, no lawyer or financial award can fully “put back” all the things you lost in an injury. While we can get compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other financial losses, other damages cannot truly be expressed through dollar signs. If a family member died, you are permanently disabled, are disfigured or will have to live the rest of your life in chronic pain, no one can truly make that go away. What empathetic and skilled personal injury lawyers like those at Burger Law can 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 accident.
That depends on the specifics of your case, but most of the time, yes, you will need a personal injury lawyer to get the full compensation you deserve in Charleston, IL. The thing to ask yourself is, will I get more money with them? If your medical expenses are low, you have minimal lost wages and the other party’s fault is clearly established, you may not need an attorney. But, you should hire legal representation in Charleston, IL under the following circumstances:
Our initial conversations and investigations are free, and we are always honest about how much value we can add your claim. Our personal injury lawyers 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 get you substantially more money.
While legal doctrine can be complex, whether or not you can seek compensation depends on the answer to one particular question: did another person’s negligence cause you injuries? From a legal standpoint, you must prove the five elements of negligence:
If you have any doubts about the validity of your claim, speak to a lawyer in Charleston, IL who has won a similar claim before. You can speak to a personal injury lawyer now at (573) 500-HURT.
Practicing injury law in Charleston, IL mandates that you have a vast knowledge of the different types of cases that people deal with. Knowing the difference between a car accident case and a truck accident case seems simple, but there are many different laws and statutes that can arise in a truck accident case that play a large role in whether or not the case is successful. A lawyer that only specializes in a certain type of injury claim 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. We have won millions for our Charleston, 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. Just over half of those result from auto accidents, such as:
Truck accidents can be especially catastrophic because trucks emit an incredible amount of force, and motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians are all at heightened 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 keep everyone else on the road safe. If a driver is negligent, causes an accident and injures you, you can file a claim.
Sometimes, a vehicle manufacturer, construction company or local municipality may be fully or partially to blame for your injuries. As part of our services, your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will conduct a comprehensive investigation into your claim to find out who and what exactly caused your injuries.
Property owners and managers have a duty to take reasonable measures to make sure their property is safe for people who are legally on it. If you are injured in a slip and fall because a property was unreasonably dangerous, you may have a premises liability claim. 740 ILCS 130/, also called the Illinois Premises Liability Act, mandates that proprietors owe a duty of care to entrants 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 unsafe, the owner has a responsibility to either repair the condition, post signage or rope it off. Examples of hazardous conditions are:
Not all injuries on a property result in a premises liability claim. If you were in a part of a property you were not allowed to be, did not pay attention to warning signs, such as a “wet floor sign,” or were running or not behaving in a safe manner, it might be hard to get compensation. Successful premises liability claims depend on the following:
A property owner or insurance adjuster in Charleston, IL may tell you they are not liable for your slip and fall injuries 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 are responsible for more than 250,000 deaths each year. While not every error amount to malpractice, when it does, a healthcare professional needs to pay for breaking your trust.
Proving a medical malpractice claim is based on what is called 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 making a claim against, would treat a specific condition.
According to 735 ILCS 5/2-622, any medical malpractice claim must be accompanied by an affidavit from a health professional who:
It is vital that the physician corroborating your claim has the same training and practices in the same area as the health professional you are making a claim against. An anesthesiologist in Chicago is held to a different standard of care than a family doctor in Decorah, Iowa. Burger Law knows numerous expert witnesses in Charleston and throughout Illinois who can help verify that your medical malpractice suit is valid.
Common instances of medical malpractice in Charleston, IL include:
Each day, nearly 1,000 people require emergency medical treatment for dog bites, and every year dog bites lead to about 12,600 hospitalizations. According to a Chicago Tribune article, Illinois has the second-highest rate of dog bites in the country.
510 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Animal Control Act, mandates that the owner of a dog is strictly liable for your damages if it bit you, assuming there was no provocation and you were legally allowed to be where you were. “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 regardless of how they acted.
While some dog bites are minor, others can lead to expensive surgeries or lifelong scarring. In any case, you likely need an experienced and skilled Charleston, IL personal injury lawyer to ensure you get the full compensation you deserve.
Strict liability also applies to anyone involved in the chain of distribution of a defective product. There are three categories of product liability claims in Charleston, IL:
In order to make a product liability claim, you must show that the product was “unreasonably dangerous” when it was used in a way a manufacturer could reasonably expect, that it was the proximate cause of injuries and that the product had not been “substantially” changed from its state at the initial sale.
Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers know how to get great results whenever someone was injured through no fault of their own. One of the great parts of choosing a Burger Law Charleston, IL personal injury lawyer is that our team takes on all types of personal injury claims, and have won your type of claim before. 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 path to getting maximum compensation for your injuries starts the day you are injured. While some accidents and injuries settle fairly early, others can take several years before a jury finally renders a decision. In total, the path to getting compensation includes:
Most people who speak with our Charleston, IL personal injury lawyers have never been through the personal injury claims process before, and do not know what to expect. Burger Law will be your advocate every step of the way, keep you up to date on the status of your claim and manage all the legal aspects of your case so you can focus on your physical recovery.
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 liable 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 are rarely awarded, your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will pursue every legal avenue We can to get you the best possible financial recovery.
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 important exceptions:
While two years may not cause immediate concern, your attorney will want as much time as possible to build your case. Do not wait to contact an attorney. Call a personal injury lawyer today at (573) 500-HURT.
Other types of claims we get great results in in Charleston, IL include:
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Burger Law’s Charleston, IL personal injury lawyers hold ourselves to the standard of zealous representation. That means we start working for your recovery the moment you hire us, pursue every legal option we have, fight back against insurance companies on your behalf and do not let down until you get the full compensation you are owed. We offer the highest standard of legal advocacy; all of our advice will be based on the facts of the case and our experience, but we always leave the ultimate decisions on your claim to you and your Charleston, 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 Charleston, IL personal injury lawyer now at (573) 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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