We charge no fee unless you collect. For most personal injury claims, our fee is based on a contingency fee. What this means is that when we recover money for you, we take our fee from that recovery. You will owe us no legal feel if we cannot recover for you.

What Is The Process?

The first step in any personal injury case is to negotiate with the responsible insurance company. If we are unable to resolve your case through negotiating with the insurance company, we file a lawsuit. Once a lawsuit is filed, we then begin the process of “discovery” (exchanging written questions and documents with the other lawyer). Next come depositions, where they question our client and we question theirs. Other witnesses might also be deposed. If we can’t resolve the case after this process, we take the case to trial. While past results can’t predict future results, our track record of proven success has resulted in recovery of millions of dollars for our clients over the years.

How Much Is My Case Worth?

Every case is different. The various factors to assess the value of cases may include liability (who is at fault), the type of injury, the amount of medical bills, and various other factors. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys will provide free consultations to help you determine the value of any personal injury case.

What About My Insurance Coverage?

If the at-fault party has low insurance coverage ($20,000 is the minimum in Illinois) you may have a claim against your own insurance company under “underinsured motorist” coverage. If the at-fault party has no insurance, we may be able to make a claim under you insurance company’s “uninsured motorist” coverage.

When there is limited coverage and we have a good case, we will push the at-fault insurance company to settle quickly. If they fail to conduct themselves properly, this can lead to a “bad faith” claim that would allow us to get more from the insurance company than the insurance coverage.

How Do I Know If I Have A Personal Injury Claim?

Many different situations can result in a personal injury claim,

• Automobile Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Medical Malpractice
• Work Accidents
• Slip and Falls
• Product Liability
• Dog Bites

If you have been seriously injured, you should consult an experienced personal injury attorney. Chicago based attorney James E. Fabbrini will provide you with a free consultation to help you understand all aspects of your potential injury case.

If I Have In An Accident What Should I Do?

• The first thing you should do is to obtain prompt medical treatment for your injuries. If appropriate, go to an emergency room immediately to make sure that you are ok.
• Write down any conversations that you have with people involved noting what was said and when it was said.
• Take pictures of the accident scene as soon as possible. Be sure to document the location, weather, and any injuries or damage that resulted from the accident.
• Obtain the names, addresses, and phone numbers of every witnesses to the accident.
• DO NOT speak with any insurance company before contacting an attorney.

The Insurance Company Says they Will Give Me Money Without An Attorney – Why Shouldn’t I Just Accept Their Offer?

Insurance Companies often tell injured people that they don’t need to hire a lawyer or that a lawyer “will just take some of their money”. NOT TRUE. Remember insurance companies are experienced in negotiating claims to minimize their own damages. They are NOT out for your best interests – only theirs. They know that if a personal injury lawyer is hired to represent you, the insurance company will likely end up paying out far more then the offer they are making you. To protect your rights, always consult with an attorney before speaking to any insurance company.

How Much Time Do I Have To File A Lawsuit?

A statute of limitations is a time period within which legal action must be brought. The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim varies by state and by who may be liable. Some statute of Limitations can be as little as 1 year, while others can range up to 10 years. Protect your rights by consulting with a personal injury attorney right away.

I Was Hurt On Someone Else’s Property, Can I File A Lawsuit?

Claims for injuries that happened on other people’s property – premises liability claims – are very common. A property owner has a duty to keep their property safe. If you were injured on another’s property, contact our office for a free consultation.

What If I Slip And Fall Or Trip And Fall In A Store?

Often times, people are injured in a store while shopping. Whether it is from slipping on the wet floor of a grocery store or tripping over items left on the floor, there are thousands of people hurt every year in stores. Contact our office for a free consultation if you have been injured in a store from a slip and fall or trip and fall accident.