Being injured in an accident can be overwhelming. When you leave home, you do not expect to sustain an injury because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing. Sadly, accidents result in more damage than just physical injuries. Many victims suffer financial hardships because of the missed time from work and the medical costs incurred because of the injuries.
A personal injury attorney in Chicago can help you recover compensation for your damages, as well as assume the stress of dealing with an insurance claim. Hiring a personal injury attorney to handle your accident claim has numerous benefits.
How a Chicago Personal Injury Attorney Supports Your Recovery
Hiring an experienced attorney gives you an advocate who understands how to deal with insurance companies, prove liability, and pursue full compensation. Instead of facing the legal process alone, you gain the advantage of knowledge, strategy, and protection against unfair tactics.
Four main benefits of hiring an attorney after an injury are:
Benefit Number One: Protects You from the Insurance Company
When you hire a personal injury lawyer to handle your injury claim, you can focus on your recovery instead of dealing with an insurance company and claims adjuster.
Some insurance adjusters pressure accident victims to provide statements and sign medical releases, which is not in the best interest of the accident victim. The adjuster may also pressure an accident victim to settle a claim before the victim fully understands the extent of their injuries and damages.
An attorney prevents the insurance company from placing undue pressure on accident victims. They also protect the company from taking advantage of an accident victim when the victim is vulnerable. Your attorney helps you avoid making missteps that could hurt your chance of recovering full compensation for your injuries, damages, and losses.
Benefit Number Two: Understands Legal Requirements to Prove Liability
An attorney knows the legal requirements for proving fault in accident and injury cases. Each type of claim involves specific rules and evidence standards. Attorneys investigate, identify responsible parties, and build strong cases that establish liability.
Our injury lawyers have extensive experience handling a variety of personal injury cases. We understand the legal requirements for proving fault in cases involving:
- Premises liability claims (falls and injuries caused by hazardous property conditions)
- Medical malpractice
- Wrongful death
- Defective and dangerous products
General negligence claims (i.e., motor vehicle accidents, nursing home abuse, animal attacks, burns, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents)
Benefit Number Three: Correctly Values Your Injury Claim
It can be difficult to know how much your injury claim is worth, especially if you are not familiar with personal injury laws. The insurance company will pay as little as possible to settle your claim. The claims adjuster is not going to tell you if you are receiving less than your claim is worth.
A Chicago personal injury attorney calculates damages based on both financial losses and non-economic harm. This approach maximizes recovery for pain and suffering, as well as other long-term impacts.
Damages that are typically included in a personal injury claim are:
- Expenses related to medical care and treatment
- Loss of income, including bonuses, commissions, benefits, and decreased earning capacity
- Physical pain and suffering
- Permanent disfigurement and scarring
- Disabilities and permanent impairment
- Emotional distress, including depression, PTSD, and loss of quality of life
- Other out-of-pocket financial losses related to the accident
Benefit Number Four: Handles Settlement Negotiations and Lawsuits
Your personal injury attorney prepares a detailed settlement demand package for the insurance company that outlines the legal theory for fault and liability. The settlement demand also includes evidence to prove your damages and substantiate the value of your injury claim.
Our attorneys are skilled negotiators. We fight for the maximum value of your claim. However, we are also highly trained and experienced trial attorneys. If an insurance company refuses to negotiate in good faith for a fair settlement, we are prepared to file a personal injury lawsuit to protect your best interests.
Partner With Costa Ivone for Skilled Representation
As your Chicago personal injury attorney, Costa Ivone stands by your side to protect your rights and fight for full compensation. From accident claims to workers’ compensation cases, our attorneys bring knowledge, trial experience, and determination to every case.
Take the first step toward your recovery. Contact us today for a free consultation and learn how our injury lawyers can help you move forward with confidence.