Crest Hill Personal Injury Lawyer

Aggressive Personal Injury Attorneys Working for a Full Settlement in Crest Hill, IL

In 2023, there were 89,133 injuries in automobile accidents in Illinois. About 10 percent of these injuries were considered "A-injuries," which are injuries that prevent the victim from walking, driving, or continuing normal activities enjoyed before the accident. Many of these car accidents involved impairment, whether due to alcohol or drugs. Auto accidents are one of the most common reasons for personal injury claims.

When a person is not driving safely, and their carelessness or negligence results in an accident, they are liable for the injuries and damages suffered by other people involved in the accident. This usually means that the driver's insurance company must pay for the damages to the injured party or parties. In addition to auto accidents, personal injury claims may also stem from slip and fall accidents and other situations involving premises liability. Property owners are required under the law to ensure that their premises are free from hazards that could cause an accident.

Dog bites, nursing home abuse and neglect, wrongful deaths, and construction site accidents can also result in personal injury claims. Following an accident caused by another person's carelessness or negligence, you can work with an experienced Crest Hill personal injury lawyer who will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf for an equitable settlement. The skilled attorneys from McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC will ensure that an insurance company does not take advantage of you.

How Is Negligence in a Personal Injury Accident Determined?

Civil lawsuits generally allege negligence on the part of the defendant. Four elements must be established to be successful in a personal injury claim:

• A duty of care was owed to the victim.
• The defendant breached their duty of care.
• The breach of duty of care caused the accident and subsequent injuries.
• The victim suffered damages as a result of the accident.

Other adults are expected to behave responsibly. A breach of duty occurs when a person fails to meet the expected standard of care. There must be a clear cause-and-effect relationship between the breach of duty and the injuries. Damages must be demonstrable, whether they include physical injuries, emotional distress, or financial losses.

Why a Personal Injury Claim Should Never Be a Do-it-Yourself Task

While we live in a culture of "do-it-yourself," there are certain things that a professional should always handle. Some situations—especially those that involve the law—need professional knowledge and experience that most people do not have. If you have been injured because of another person's negligence, the trial-and-error approach is not a valid option.

A skilled personal injury attorney will work to ensure that you will receive the maximum compensation for your damages. Insurance companies often take advantage of self-represented victims, cheating them out of full and fair settlements. Once a settlement is accepted, there is no going back. It is extremely difficult for the average person to navigate the legal system. You deserve the chance to heal from your injuries, and our lawyers can assist by gathering evidence, building a case, and navigating all the ins and outs of the legal process.

We Handle the Following Types of Personal Injury Claims

If you have suffered injuries following an accident caused by another person's negligence, you need a solid legal defense. The attorneys at McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC handle cases such as:

• Car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents
• Slip-and-fall accidents and other premises liability claims
• Construction site accidents
• Nursing home injuries, including those caused by neglect and abuse
• Boating, ATV, and snowmobile accidents
• Wrongful death claims

Contact Our Crest Hill Personal Injury Lawyers

Securing representation from the highly skilled, empathetic personal injury attorneys at McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC can make all the difference in the outcome of your personal injury claim. We will thoroughly investigate your case, gather evidence to prove liability, and fight for a full settlement on your behalf. Our attorneys have decades of experience fighting for our clients. Set up a free consultation today by contacting McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC at 815-727-0100 to learn how we can provide you with exceptional legal assistance.