Motor Vehicle Accidents

After a car accident, most victims have no idea about the many factors and circumstances that can impact the value of their claim. You may be surprised at the types of compensation you may be eligible to include in your claim.

Do you know what happens after you file a car accident claim? We explain what you can expect and critical factors that can affect your claim.

Insurance companies often dismiss whiplash as minor, especially when symptoms take time to appear. Here’s what it actually takes to prove your injury and protect your claim.

While often the driver who hit you has primary liability, there are others who may also have contributed to your crash.

Waiting to call a lawyer after a car accident can be too late in some cases. Learn why calling earlier benefits you and the outcome of your case.

Head and brain injuries after a car accident are easily missed, minimized, and disputed. But the time gap between the crash and getting a diagnosis can cost you. Here’s what you need to know.

After a crash, medical bills start arriving before anyone has determined who was at fault. Here’s what Chicago accident victims need to know about who pays and when.

Many drivers assume the police report tells the whole story after a crash, and it doesn’t. but understanding what it actually does and doesn’t prove could make a significant difference in what you’re able to recover.

Injured victims have two years from the date of a crash to file a claim. Learn why this is not as much time as you think and seeking legal help quickly is critical to preserving evidence and protecting your rights to compensation.

Comparative negligence is the rule that applies to a collision claim. It determines how much fault you share for the incident — and how much you can recover.

A distracted driver can change your life in seconds. If you were injured in a Chicago crash, Illinois law may already be on your side — but only if you act quickly. Here is what you need to know about your rights and your next steps.

When it comes to filing a car accident claim in Chicago, time is not on your side. Illinois law allows just two years from the date of a crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can cost you your right to recover compensation.