Shorewood Personal Injury Lawyer

Personal Injury Attorneys Fighting for Fair Settlements in Shorewood, IL

Will County had the second-highest number of fatal car accidents in Illinois in 2023, with Cook County in the top spot. There were 312,988 motor vehicle crashes across the entire state of Illinois. While motorcycles were the deadliest mode of transportation, there were more pedestrian deaths than motorcycle deaths. The number one cause of personal injury claims is automobile accidents. However, other types of accidents can also result in personal injury claims, so long as negligence is involved.

Filing a personal injury claim can help ensure that the person responsible for the accident will be held liable for the resulting injuries. As citizens, most adults owe a duty of care to others. Drivers must follow all the rules of the road to keep others safe. Property owners must ensure any known hazard is corrected—or visitors must be notified of the hazard.

When the duty of care is breached, and an accident results, the negligent party's insurance company may provide coverage for the damages suffered by victims. Having a highly experienced Shorewood personal injury lawyer who will fight for you can make a difference in the outcome of your accident.

Accident victims must beware of insurance companies that offer quick settlements that will not begin to pay for their actual damages. Accepting such an offer without being represented by a skilled attorney who can accurately calculate your damages can compromise your future. The knowledgeable lawyers at McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC will ensure you receive a full and fair settlement while you take the time you need to heal.

What Types of Damages Are You Entitled to Following a Personal Injury?

Damages you may receive following an accident caused by another person's negligence fall into economic and non-economic categories. Economic damages are those that have a clear dollar amount attached to them. They include medical expenses, lost wages, and future lost wages. Non-economic damages are more difficult to calculate because they can be very subjective. Pain and suffering fall under non-economic damages, and compensation may be paid for actual physical pain as well as emotional trauma.

It can be helpful to keep a journal that details all the things you did before the accident that you are now unable to do. Perhaps you were an avid hiker with three small children. Your injuries may now prevent you from engaging in your normal weekend hikes, and you may even be unable to care for your children or work in your chosen career. You may be injured, depressed, and anxious, unable to return to the life you had before the accident.

Why You Need a Shorewood Personal Injury Lawyer Following Your Accident

Those who have been injured due to the negligence of another person or organization can benefit from speaking to an experienced Shorewood personal injury lawyer from McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC. When you have one of our skilled lawyers on board, you can begin focusing on healing from your injuries while we handle all the legal aspects of your case. We will immediately begin investigating your accident by gathering all relevant evidence. Our first goal will be to prove liability by speaking to witnesses, reviewing police reports, and gathering video from the accident when available.

Our extensive resources allow us to recreate the accident when necessary and bring in experts to support your case. We will also calculate your damages, negotiate with insurance companies, and make sure you meet all requirements related to the statute of limitations. If an insurance company refuses to pay an equitable settlement that fully covers your damages, we will file a lawsuit and argue your case before a jury.

Types of Personal Injury Claims Our Firm Handles

Our personal injury attorneys have a long, successful history of positive outcomes in many types of personal injury claims. Our decades of experience ensure that we can provide you with solid legal assistance in the following types of cases:

• Nursing home injuries, including abuse and neglect
• Wrongful death claims filed on behalf of family members
• Slip and fall accidents
• Car accidents
• Semi-truck accidents
• Premises liability claims
• Construction site accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Boating, ATV, and snowmobile accidents

Contact Our Shorewood, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

The lawyers at McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC will aggressively fight for your rights following an accident caused by negligence. Our extensive personal injury experience ensures that we can prove liability and accurately calculate your damages, then negotiate with insurance companies for equitable settlements. If you have been injured by another person who was acting carelessly or negligently, contact the Shorewood personal injury attorneys at McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC. Call us today at 815-727-0100. We will provide you with a free initial consultation where we will answer your questions about your claim.