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What Happens to a Personal Injury Lawsuit When the Defendant Dies?

Personal injury lawsuits can take months and sometimes years to reach a resolution. The defendant may die before a lawsuit ends or even starts. This reality may compel you to ask: What happens to a personal injury lawsuit when the defendant dies? Generally, you can start or continue with an existing personal injury lawsuit even after the defendant dies in
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Can I Settle My Own Personal Injury Case?

People with grounds for a personal injury claim may wonder, “Can I settle my own personal injury case?” No law requires you to retain a lawyer to settle your personal injury claim. So, it is possible to settle your claim quickly and recover compensation to cover the full scope of your injuries or losses if you represent yourself.
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Personal Injury Examples

A personal injury happens when you suffer harm because of the actions or inactions of another person. Personal injury examples include drivers causing serious accidents by ignoring traffic law while driving, doctors offering substandard treatment, and businesses failing to remove hazardous conditions on their premises. You must demonstrate that the other party was directly liable for your injuries to maximize
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Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Does Illinois Have a Cap on Medical Malpractice Claims?

When you suffer an injury or illness caused by the negligent or wrongful actions of a medical professional, you have legal grounds to file a medical malpractice lawsuit against the guilty party. However, if you win your case, you must consider, "does Illinois have a cap on medical malpractice claims?” Damage caps may impact how much money you can recover
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Can You Get Punitive Damages in a Medical Malpractice Case in Illinois?

Under Illinois laws, injured victims and their families cannot recover punitive damages in a medical malpractice case. In August 2023, Governor Pritzker signed HB 219, allowing victims' families to recover punitive damages in wrongful death claims and survival actions. However, Illinois still does not allow punitive damages to be recovered in cases involving medical malpractice, legal malpractice, or cases against
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When Can You Sue for Emotional Distress in Illinois

Are you wondering, “When can you sue for emotional distress?” You can sue for emotional distress in Chicago and the rest of Illinois if you have proof of experiencing mental anguish, and the mental anguish was caused by another person’s intentional or negligent actions. Emotional distress damages are only awarded in specific situations. Therefore, you should learn as much as
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What to Expect During a Chicago Car Accident Case

During a Chicago car accident case, you can expect to undergo medical evaluations and treatment while dealing continuously with the insurance companies. Your lawyer can make the case less stressful by managing every stage, including gathering evidence, settlement negotiations with insurance adjusters, and taking your case to trial if necessary. Knowing what to expect during a car accident case can
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 Should I See a Doctor After a Car Accident?

Should I see a doctor after a car accident? Following a car accident, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible if you sustained injuries. Even if you believe your injuries are minor, they could worsen later and cause life-threatening complications. In addition to facilitating a full recovery, seeking immediate medical care could help you prove the nature of
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What to Do if You Are Injured While Driving for Work

There are steps to take if you are injured while driving for work, including reporting the injury to an employer and law enforcement, seeking medical treatment, and opening a workers' compensation claim. Here, you'll learn more about what to do in the event of a work-related injury while driving.
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