Drunk driving accidents can have devastating consequences for the victims of motor vehicle accidents. These accidents often result in serious injuries or even fatalities, leaving families to deal with emotional trauma and financial burdens.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a drunk driving accident, seek legal representation from an experienced Joliet drunk driving accident lawyer in our law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. Contact our car accident attorneys today to get started.
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What Is My Joliet Drunk Driving Accident Case Worth?
There is no set value for a drunk driving accident case, as every situation is unique.
However, our experienced lawyers can review the details of your case and help determine an estimated value based on factors such as the extent of your serious injuries, the amount of your medical bills, the impact on your daily life, and more.
What Is Drunk Driving under Illinois Law?
Under Illinois law, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher.
Drivers under the age of 21 are subject to stricter laws and may face charges for driving with any traceable amount of alcohol in their systems.
Who Can Be Held Liable in Drunk Driving Cases?
In drunk driving incidents, not only the intoxicated driver may be at fault. Illinois’ dram shop law also holds bars, restaurants, and liquor stores accountable if they serve alcohol to visibly drunk individuals or minors who then cause an accident.
Injury victims of drunk driver accidents can consult with a Joliet car accident lawyer to identify all liable parties to obtain maximum compensation.
Most Common Injuries from Car Accident Cases
Injuries resulting from a drunk driving wreck can range from mild to catastrophic injuries including:
Whiplash
Broken bones
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Spinal cord injuries
Internal bleeding
What Compensation Could I Receive?
In Illinois, victims of drunk driving accidents may be entitled to compensation for their losses and damages. This can include:
Medical expenses: To cover both current and future medical costs related to the accident, including hospital bills, medications, physical therapy, and more.
Lost wages: If you were unable to work due to injuries from the car accident, you may be entitled to compensation for lost income.
Property damage: This covers any damage to your vehicle or other property that was caused by the drunk driving accident.
Pain and suffering: Injuries from a drunk driving accident can cause physical pain and emotional trauma. Compensation for pain and suffering aims to provide relief for these damages.
Recovering these damages can be a complex process.
When dealing with drunk drivers and their insurance companies, an experienced Joliet personal injury law firm can facilitate managing these personal injury claims.
Call The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If you or your loved ones have been victims of car accidents caused by a drunk driver and suffered serious injury and emotional distress, call us for a free consultation.
At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, we will provide you with personalized legal representation and work tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a drunk driving accident, seek legal help from a Joliet drunk driving accident lawyer.
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Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
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$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
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$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
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$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
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$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
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$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
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