If you’ve been hurt in an accident, you need the representation of a skilled West Chicago personal injury attorney. At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, we advocate for the rights of accident victims who have suffered severe injuries due to someone else’s negligence in West Chicago and throughout Illinois. Trust us to champion your cause.
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Common Types of Personal Injury Accidents in West Chicago, IL
Our personal injury law firm handles a wide array of West Chicago, IL personal injury cases for clients, including:
Car Accidents: car accidents are commonly caused by another driver’s negligence or recklessness
Truck Accidents: often cause serious injuries due to their size and weight
Motorcycle Accidents: present a high risk of serious injury in motor vehicle accidents due to riders’ lack of protection
Slip and Fall Accidents: on unsafe public or private premises
Medical Malpractice: harm due to negligence by medical practitioners
Wrongful Death: wrongful death is losing a loved one due to the negligence or recklessness of others
Construction Accidents: serious injuries to workers in accidents on a construction site
Nursing Home Abuse: mistreatment and neglect of elderly residents in nursing homes
Dog bites: serious injuries and even permanent scarring due to an animal owner’s negligence
Workers Compensation: A West Chicago, IL personal injury attorney can help with workers’ compensation benefits for workplace accidents or third-party lawsuits
Boating Accidents: occur on the water, leading to serious injuries or even death.
Birth Injury: when negligence or error during childbirth leads to injury
Catastrophic Injury: life-changing injuries that affect quality of life
And more
Types of Compensation for a Personal Injury Victim
As a personal injury victim of car accident or other mishap, you may be entitled to compensation including medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and more.
What Is My Case Worth?
Our experienced West Chicago personal injury lawyers evaluate each personal injury case based on many factors including the severity of your injuries, impact on your lifestyle, medical costs, lost wages, emotional distress, and the extent of negligence involved.
How Long Will It Take to Settle My Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Settlements may be delayed due to disputes with an insurance company over liability or damages. An experienced personal injury attorney serving West Chicago expedites this process by effectively negotiating, substantiating claims with solid evidence, and applying pressure when necessary to ensure a timely resolution. Personal injury claims can take between several months to a few years to settle.
How Long Do I Have to Make My Personal Injury Claim?
When you are injured in Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Discuss the circumstances of your accident with a lawyer to find out if you have a valid claim.
Contact a Lawyer in West Chicago Today
Don’t let your injuries overwhelm you. Contact a West Chicago, IL personal injury lawyer at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers today. We are committed to protecting your rights and securing the fair compensation you deserve for your injuries in West Chicago and throughout Illinois.
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In the initial consultation, our personal injury attorneys evaluate your case, explain your legal options and how we can seek compensation for you.
$7.5 Million
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
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$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.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$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
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$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
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$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.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!