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When someone reaches out to us looking for help with a personal injury case in Illinois, our top priority is connecting them with the right attorney for their specific situation. Many lawyers advertise that they handle personal injury matters, but only a select number consistently deliver strong results and high-quality client service—especially in cases involving serious injuries or wrongful death.

Personal injury cases can involve everything from car crashes and truck accidents to slip-and-falls, construction injuries, or product liability claims. No matter the cause, these cases are often aggressively fought by the insurance companies who don’t want to make big settlements. That’s why having a proven, experienced attorney on your side can make all the difference.

Part of our role in making a strong referral is to understand what happened in your accident, who may be legally responsible, the extent of your injuries, and any unique issues involved. We also take time to learn what matters most to you. For some people, location is a concern. The good news is that with today’s technology and how personal injury firms operate, it’s rare that you’d need to travel far—or at all—to work with a top-notch lawyer.

Another common concern we hear from clients is about language. Many people want to make sure they can communicate clearly with their attorney without relying on a friend or family member to translate. That’s totally understandable. If you need a Spanish-speaking lawyer, for example, we work with elite personal injury firms in the Chicago area and across Illinois that have Spanish-speaking attorneys and staff.

You shouldn’t have to sacrifice quality just to feel comfortable—and thankfully, you don’t have to. The lawyers we recommend are not only successful in court and skilled in negotiations, but also experienced in working with clients from all backgrounds. They’ll take the time to explain the process, answer your questions, and make sure you feel supported.

If you have a personal injury case you’d like to discuss, contact us. We can help you understand your options, and if it makes sense, point you to a lawyer who fits your needs. There’s no cost for the consultation.

Cuando alguien nos contacta buscando ayuda con un caso de lesiones personales en Illinois, nuestra prioridad es conectarlo con el abogado adecuado para su situación específica. Muchos abogados se anuncian como expertos en lesiones personales, pero solo unos pocos ofrecen constantemente resultados sólidos y un servicio al cliente de alta calidad, especialmente en casos de lesiones graves o muerte por negligencia.

Los casos de lesiones personales pueden abarcar desde accidentes automovilísticos y de camión hasta resbalones y caídas, lesiones en la construcción o reclamos por responsabilidad del producto. Sin importar la causa, estos casos suelen ser disputados agresivamente por las compañías de seguros, que no están dispuestas a ofrecer grandes compensaciones. Por eso, contar con un abogado con experiencia y trayectoria de su lado puede marcar la diferencia.

Parte de nuestra función para obtener una buena recomendación es comprender qué sucedió en su accidente, quién podría ser legalmente responsable, la gravedad de sus lesiones y cualquier problema particular involucrado. También nos tomamos el tiempo para comprender lo que más le importa. Para algunas personas, la ubicación es una preocupación. La buena noticia es que con la tecnología actual y la forma en que operan las firmas de lesiones personales, es raro que necesites viajar lejos, o incluso viajar, para trabajar con un abogado de primer nivel.

Otra preocupación común que escuchamos de nuestros clientes es el idioma. Muchas personas desean comunicarse claramente con su abogado sin depender de un amigo o familiar que les traduzca. Es totalmente comprensible. Si necesita un abogado que hable español, por ejemplo, trabajamos con firmas de lesiones personales de élite en el área de Chicago y en todo Illinois que cuentan con abogados y personal hispanohablante.

No debería tener que sacrificar la calidad solo para sentirse cómodo, y afortunadamente, no tiene por qué hacerlo. Los abogados que recomendamos no solo tienen éxito en los tribunales y son hábiles en las negociaciones, sino que también tienen experiencia trabajando con clientes de todos los orígenes. Se tomarán el tiempo para explicar el proceso, responder a sus preguntas y asegurarse de que se sienta apoyado.

Si tiene un caso de lesiones personales que le gustaría discutir, contáctenos. Podemos ayudarle a comprender sus opciones y, si le conviene, recomendarle un abogado que se ajuste a sus necesidades. La consulta es gratuita.

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It’s an Uber rider’s nightmare; sitting in the back seat, when an accident occurs due to the driver being distracted. In many cases, ride share drivers will work for both Uber and Lyft. With both of these companies relying on cell phone technology, some drivers will use two phones at once and others are new to town and have no idea how to navigate without the help of their phones. So, what happens if you are that dreaded rider in the back when an accident occurs?

I was once in an Uber in Chicago, with a driver that didn’t know how to get from the Loop to Wrigley Field. Constant eye contact on his phone/GPS trying to figure his way around a new city instead of safely delivering me to my destination. Often, people will relocate to a new city and sign on to be an Uber or Lyft driver because it is an easy way for them to make quick money. The problem of course is they are completely unaware of their surroundings when they are so reliant on the app or GPS to get them where they are going or to pick up their next fare. There have been cases in other cities of pedestrians hit by Uber and Lyft drivers because the driver was too busy looking for another fare, to look up and see the pedestrian crossing the street. One accident left a man sitting in the back of an Uber with a broken leg after the driver ran a red light. Another left a woman with a broken collarbone after a Lyft driver was struck by another driver, who ran a red light.

Both Uber and Lyft have similar minimum insurance coverage of $1 million dollars in coverage for death, personal injury, and property damage. If you are the rider in an Uber or Lyft accident, the coverage can establish a claim against the other driver involved in an accident if they were at fault. This coverage will cover not only a passenger injured while in an Uber or Lyft, and will also cover damages if an Uber or Lyft driver causes damages or injury to your car. If you have been involved in an accident as a passenger,  pedestrian, or another vehicle struck by an Uber or Lyft driver, give us a call at (312) 346-5320. We will put you in touch with an attorney in your area who will make sure your medical bills are covered as well as any additional compensation you may be due including lost time from work.

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