FAQs

Car Accident FAQs

While your health insurance or MedPay coverage may cover initial medical costs, the at-fault driver’s insurance is ultimately responsible for reimbursing these expenses through a personal injury claim.
The statute of limitations for car accident injury claims in Illinois is two years from the date of the accident. Property damage claims have a five-year deadline.
You can file a claim under your Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, which is mandatory in Illinois auto insurance policies.
The value depends on factors like medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, property damage, and the severity of your injuries. An attorney can help calculate fair compensation.
It’s best to consult with an attorney first. Insurance adjusters aim to minimize payouts and may use your statements against you. Let your lawyer handle all communications.

Truck Accident FAQs

Truck accident cases are typically more complex due to severe injuries, larger insurance policies, involvement of trucking companies, and federal regulations (FMCSA). Multiple parties may be held liable, making legal representation crucial.
Liability may fall on several parties, including the truck driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, vehicle or parts manufacturers, and maintenance contractors.
Critical evidence includes driver logs, black box (EDR) data, truck maintenance records, dashcam footage, police reports, eyewitness statements, and expert accident reconstruction.
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including truck accidents, is two years from the date of the accident. It’s important to act quickly to preserve evidence.
Yes. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates hours of service, truck maintenance, driver qualifications, and safety protocols that trucking companies and drivers must follow.

Motorcycle Accident FAQs

Ensure your safety, call 911, get medical attention, document the accident scene with photos, collect witness information, and contact an experienced motorcycle accident attorney to protect your legal rights.

No. Illinois does not have a universal helmet law. However, wearing a helmet is strongly recommended for safety. Not wearing a helmet could affect injury claims if it contributed to the severity of your injuries.

Liable parties could include the at-fault driver, vehicle manufacturers (in case of defects), government entities (for poor road conditions), or even other third parties depending on the circumstances of your accident.

Motorcycle accidents often involve more severe injuries, bias against motorcyclists, and complex liability issues, making it crucial to have an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer on your side.

Fault is determined by evidence such as police reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, accident reconstruction, and expert analysis. Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule.

Personal Injury FAQs

Seek medical attention first, document the scene, gather witness information, and contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
The statute of limitations is typically two years from the date of the injury, but certain cases may have exceptions.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and only pay if you win compensation.
You may be entitled to medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, property damage, and punitive damages in severe cases.
There’s no fixed formula, but factors include the severity of injuries, impact on daily life, emotional trauma, and length of recovery.
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