Serious Injury Attorney Chicago

If you were severely injured because someone else broke the rules and disregarded your safety, call a Chicago serious injury attorney at Burger Law right away at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation. Merriam-Webster defines injury as “hurt, damage, or loss sustained.” When you are injured by another person’s negligence, that means something was taken from you, and you deserve to get something back. The Chicago serious injury attorney team at Burger Law fights back against bullies and negligent people to see the injured and vulnerable get justice and be able to restore their lives. You never expected this to happen to you, and you should not have to pay because somebody else did something wrong. A Burger Law serious injury attorney in Chicago knows how to hold irresponsible people accountable. We accept nothing less than a full financial recovery for our clients.

The serious injury attorney team of Burger Law has won our clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois over $170 million in verdicts and settlements. There is no reason to wait. Call a Burger Law serious injury attorney now at (314) 500-HURT.

If you have been seriously injured because someone else broke the rules, see how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.

TOUGH ON INSURANCE COMPANIES

How Common Are Serious Injuries in Chicago and Illinois?

In the United States in 2020, there were 55.4 million injuries that resulted in over 22 million hospitalizations and over $1 trillion in costs. That means that one in six Americans will go to the emergency room or be hospitalized each year. If you are one of the many people in Chicago who was injured because someone else broke the rules, call a serious injury attorney of Burger Law now at (314) 500-HURT.

Do I Need a Serious Injury Attorney in Chicago, IL?

While you may be able to receive a fair settlement for minor injuries, getting full compensation for more severe injuries that have a lasting impact on your life almost always requires the help of a serious injury attorney. When you require ongoing medical treatment or your injuries have affected your ability to work and make a living, a personal injury lawyer will be able to precisely value your claim and fight back against a resistant insurance company.

Chicago insurance adjusters are professionals, and their job is to pay you as little as possible. Unfortunately for them, at Burger Law, we are pretty good at our job too. Our serious injury attorney team knows the tricks insurance companies use to minimize your claim or even avoid paying you altogether. When that happens, we fight back. We are more aggressive than most serious injury attorney teams in filing lawsuits. The insurance company needs to know that you deserve nothing less than full compensation.

Besides dealing with the insurance company, when you hire a Chicago serious injury attorney at Burger Law, we will:

• Start working on your case right away
• Make sure you get the full medical care you need
• Conduct a full investigation, which means:
  • Acquiring evidence
  • Taking eyewitness statements
  • Conducting depositions with the liable party — under oath
  • Working with our network of Chicago accident and medical experts
• Determine liability and prove negligence
• Insist on the best possible financial recovery in negotiations
• Take your case to trial when we cannot secure a fair settlement offer

Without the help of a skilled and experienced serious injury attorney, you may be left without the compensation you need to truly heal, or even be blamed for your injuries. Call a Burger Law serious injury attorney in Chicago now at (314) 500-HURT.

What Are Common Types of Serious Injuries in Chicago, Illinois?

The serious injury attorney team of Burger Law has been in Chicago emergency rooms and visited our clients in the hospital. We have seen firsthand the devastating physical and emotional impact serious injuries can have on families, especially when there is the prospect of long-term or permanent disability. Some of the most severe injuries our serious injury attorney has seen are:

• Brain or Head Injuries
• Hand Injuries or injuries that result in loss of limb
• Back, Neck and Spine Injuries
• Birth Injuries
• Internal Injuries
• PTSD and other Emotional Injuries
• Burns
• Fractures or Broken Bones
• Injuries that result in blindness

If you have suffered a serious injury, you need to focus on recovering, rehabilitating and being with your family, not navigating the complex web of Chicago and Illinois law. Leave the financial and legal aspects of your case to a Burger Law serious injury attorney. Call us today at (314) 500-HURT.

STANDING UP TO BULLIES

What Causes Serious Injuries in Chicago and Illinois?

There are a variety of ways that someone can sustain a severe or catastrophic injury. Some of the most common causes your serious injury attorney has seen in Chicago are:

• Falls. Slip and falls were the number one cause of unintentional injury that required hospitalization for people under 14 and over 45, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
• Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents and Bus Accidents. The most common personal injury claims are auto accident claims. Serious injuries typically happen at higher speeds and with larger vehicles because of the amount of force involved.
• Nursing Home Negligence and Nursing Home Abuse. Nursing home residents are among the most vulnerable people in our society. Of the 14,000 complaints filed against nursing homes, 27.4 percent were for physical abuse. Negligence can lead to bedsores, which cause dangerous infections and even wrongful death.
• Medical Malpractice. Missed or incorrect diagnoses, poorly performed surgeries, improper treatments or a range of other medical errors can leave patients with lasting injuries.
• Dog Bites. While minor lacerations may not serious, dog bites can significant injury to soft tissue and sometimes even rabies or infections.
• Defective Products. Product liability suits are relatively common in auto accident claims. A poorly designed or manufactured product can cause major harm, for example if one catches on fire and burns you.

Every Burger Law serious injury attorney has extensive experience litigating all types of personal injury cases in Chicago and throughout Illinois. You can trust us to get the job done and get you the money you need to be made whole again.

What Is My Serious Injury Claim Worth in Chicago, IL?

The amount you receive in compensation will depend on the severity of your injuries, the full impact they have had on your life and the dedication and skill of your serious injury attorney. Typically in personal injury cases you receive compensation for:

• Economic damages, such as:
  • Lost wages
  • Lost or Reduced earning potential
  • Medical expenses, such as:
    • Emergency room visits
    • Surgeries
    • Doctors appointments
    • Physical therapy
    • Medication
    • In-home care
    • Assistive devices such as wheelchairs or household modifications
  • Property damage, such as damage to your car
  • Transportation fees
• Noneconomic damages, which 735 ILCS 5/2-1115.2 defines as:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Disability
  • Disfigurement
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of society

The more serious your injuries, the more they will require future medical care, affect your ability to work and affect your ability to enjoy life. Your Chicago serious injury attorney at Burger Law will make sure you receive every cent you are owed.

The best way to find out how much your claim is worth is to contact a Chicago-based serious injury attorney at Burger Law. We will discuss your case with you for free and give you a realistic idea of what compensation we will get for you. In many serious injury cases, our serious injury attorney team will consult with Chicago medical and economic experts to ensure your future medical needs are accounted for.
Can I Still Receive Compensation if I Was Partially to Blame for My Serious Injury?

Can I Still Receive Compensation in Illinois if I Was Partially to Blame for My Serious Injury?

Yes. Your serious injury attorney may still be able to help you get compensation, although the amount will be less. Illinois is a modified contributory fault state, which means that you will be compensated for the percentage of the accident that is not your fault.

Meaning, if a jury awards you $100,000 in damages, but finds that you share 30 percent of the blame for your injury, you will receive $70,000. It is important to note that 735 ILCS 5/ §2-1116 states that:The plaintiff shall be barred from recovering damages if the trier of fact finds that the contributory fault on the part of the plaintiff is more than 50 percent of the proximate cause of the injury or damage for which recovery is sought.
That means that if you are over 50 percent to blame for the accident, you will not be able to recover any compensation in Chicago or Illinois. Your Burger Law serious injury attorney will know how to prove that you are not responsible for the harm someone else caused.

How Long Do I Have to File a Serious Injury Claim in Chicago and Illinois?

In Illinois, the statute of limitations is relatively short at two years for most personal injury claims, according to 735 ILCS 5/. That means you must file a claim within two years of when the injury occurred. However, there are three notable exceptions:

1. If you were under 18 at the time of injury, you have two years to file a claim after your 18th birthday.
2. If you were under a “legal disability” when the injury occurred, you have two years from the date the injury 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.

Following an injury that happened because of somebody else’s reckless actions, there is no time to wait. You only have one opportunity to receive full compensation, and the clock is already ticking. Burger Law’s Chicago-based Illinois serious injury attorney team has experience filing and winning claims in a variety of circumstances. Do not delay, call us today 312-500-HURT.

Chicago Serious Injury Attorney | Burger Law

If you have suffered a serious injury, you are likely worried and uncertain about your and your family’s future and how you are going to pay for all the medical bills piling up, especially when you need to miss time off work. You do not have to go it alone. The Chicago serious injury attorney team of Burger Law knows the impact your injury has had on you, knows how to stand up to bullies and knows how to win cases. We offer the highest standard of legal advocacy to our clients in Chicago. Call a Burger Law serious injury attorney in Chicago now at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online form for a free case review and to start on the path to recovery.

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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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