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(314) 500-HURTBurger Law fights on behalf of people who get hurt because someone else broke the rules. When you or someone you love are seriously injured all because someone else behaved recklessly or irresponsibly, Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers in Skokie, IL demand the recovery you are owed and fight for you every step of the way. Call Burger Law today at (779) 800-HURT or fill out our online form.
To calculate how much compensation you may be owed in Skokie, or anywhere in Illinois, use our complimentary personal injury calculator.
It can be difficult to know how to choose the right personal injury lawyer for you. You want someone who has won your type of case before and who is not afraid of a fight. In order to gauge the abilities of an injury law firm, you need to take into account the cases they have won, and what their clients and peers say about them:
The numerous awards and recognition Burger Law has received from other attorneys include:
Our Skokie, IL personal injury lawyers fight for the full rights and recoveries of our clients. We take on all who have hurt our clients, and we demand nothing but full compensation. Our firm is committed to providing our clients the highest standard of legal advocacy, and we take great pride in our well-deserved victories. Read about our recent victories for our personal injury clients below:
It is worth mentioning that no two cases are the same, and what you may be eligible to recover 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.
In addition to the videos below, you can see our full list of client testimonials here.
A personal injury claim is your right under Illinois law to get financial compensation for the injuries done by another person’s negligence, and to hold them accountable for breaking the rules. The objective of insurance settlements and civil litigation is to make you whole. The idea is convert all the ways an injury affected you into a dollar amount.
Sometimes, no attorney, settlement or verdict is can truly “put back” all the things you lost in an injury. While you can be reimbursed for medical bills, lost wages and other financial losses, other damages are less tangible. If a family member died, you are permanently disabled, are permanently scarred or will have to receive medical treatment for the rest of your life, no amount of money can change that. What compassionate and talented personal injury lawyers like those at Burger Law can do is ensure your injuries are recognized, 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 recover the full value of your claim in Skokie, IL. The important question is, can they increase my compensation? If your injuries were not severe, you have minimal lost wages and the other party’s fault is clearly established, you may not need an attorney. But, you should hire an attorney in Skokie, IL if the following is true about your claim:
Our initial conversations and investigations are free, and we are always honest about whether or not it is in your best interest to hire our services. Our personal injury lawyers take on cases based on a contingency-fee, meaning you do not pay until we win your case, and we have no reason to take on your claim if we do not think we can get you substantially more money.
While state statutes can be hard to navigate, whether or not you have a claim depends on the answer to one essential question: did someone else’s negligence cause you injuries? 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 Skokie, IL before. You can speak to a personal injury lawyer today at (779) 800-HURT.
Being a personal injury lawyer in Skokie, 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 a car accident case and a truck accident case seems simple, but there are many different regulations and statutes concerning truck accidents that can be the deciding factor 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 get great results in any type of claim. We have won millions for our Skokie, IL clients in the following types of cases:
Statistics from the Bureau of Justice Statistics indicate that there are about 400,000 personal injury claims every year. Just over half of those result from auto accidents, including:
Truck accidents can cause serious injuries because trucks emit an incredible amount of force, 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 motorist must “exercise due care” to keep everyone else on the road safe. If someone breaks the rules of the road and you end up hurt, you can file a claim.
Sometimes, a vehicle manufacturer, construction company or governmental entity may be at fault. As part of our services, your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will conduct an exhaustive 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 invitees and licensees. If you are injured in a slip and fall because a property was unsafe, you deserve compensation. 740 ILCS 130/, also called the Illinois Premises Liability Act, mandates that property owners owe 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.” Basically, if something that is not obvious makes the property dangerous, the owner has a responsibility to either repair the condition or warn against it. Examples of a dangerous condition on a property include:
You do not automatically have a claim just because a property had a dangerous condition. If you were trespassing, ignored warning signs, such as a “wet floor sign,” or were running or acting dangerously, it might be hard to get compensation. Successful premises liability claims depend on the following:
A property owner or insurance adjuster in Skokie, IL may tell you they are not liable for your slip and fall injuries because they should not have been reasonable expected to repair or warn against the accident 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 all of those constitutes negligence, when it does, you can make a medical malpractice claim.
Proving a medical malpractice claim is based on what is called the standard of care. The standard is how a reasonable physician, in a specific field and specific location, 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 essential that the physician who writes the affidavit is in the same practice area and geographic region as the health professional you are making a claim against. An anesthesiologist in Chicago has a different standard of care than a pediatrician in Decorah, Iowa. Burger Law relies on a network of expert witnesses in Skokie and all over Illinois who can corroborate your claim.
Common examples of medical malpractice in Skokie, IL include:
Every day, nearly 1,000 people require emergency medical treatment for dog bites, and every year 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 the owner of a dog is strictly liable for your the injuries their dog causes, 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 lead to only superficial wounds, others result in expensive surgeries or permanent scarring. In any case, trust in a Burger Law Skokie, IL personal injury lawyer to secure you the full compensation you are owed.
Strict liability also applies to anyone involved in the chain of distribution of a defective product. There are typically three theories a personal injury lawyer will use to make a product liability claim in Skokie, IL:
In order to make a product liability claim, you must show that the product was “unreasonably dangerous” when used in a foreseeable manner, that it was the proximate cause of injuries and that you had not significantly altered the product.
Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers know how to get great results whenever someone was injured due to another’s negligence. One of the great parts of choosing a Burger Law Skokie, 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 begins the day you are injured. While some accidents and injuries settle fairly early, others go completely through to a jury trial. From beginning to end, the personal injury claims process includes:
Most people who speak with our Skokie, IL personal injury lawyers have never been through the personal injury claims process before, and are unsure of what lies ahead. Burger Law will be your advocate from our initial consultation to full compensation, be there to answer all of your questions and manage all the legal aspects of your case so you can focus on your physical recovery.
We offer free consultations and are available 24/7 to take your call. Live chat, text, and virtual meetings are available.
Typically, there are two types of damages you can seek in a personal injury claim: economic damages and non-economic damages:
Sometimes, you may also be eligible for punitive damages if the negligent harmed you on purpose or they were grossly negligent. 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 maximize your compensation.
In Illinois, the statute of limitations is shorter than most states at just two years, under 735 ILCS 5/. That means you must file a claim within two years of when the injury occurred. However, there are three important exceptions:
While two years may seem like a long time, 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 (779) 800-HURT.
Other cases we take on in Skokie, IL include:
Burger Law’s Skokie, IL personal injury lawyers fiercely believe in zealous representation. That means we get started on your case immediately, investigate your case thoroughly, stand up to insurance companies on your behalf and do not let down until you get the maximum compensation you deserve. We only give our clients the highest standard of legal representation; 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 Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL personal injury lawyer now at (779) 800-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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