There are many ways for someone to get seriously injured, from car accidents to falls on unsafe premises to negligent care from a physician or hospital. What these incidents have in common is the impact they can have on your life. A disabling injury can affect your independence and ability to earn a living. It could also impact your quality of life and affect your family and relationships.
Experienced and Client-Focused Personal Injury Attorneys Since 1990
Since 1990, the attorneys and staff of Munday & Nathan have had a simple but vital mission: to help those who suffered a personal injury by another party’s negligent actions relieve the financial burden their injuries are causing them. We put the client first, while also aiming to make the world a little safer for everyone. We focus on serving communities in Winnebago, McHenry, Lake, Cook, Kane, Will, Fulton, and Sangamon counties.
Areas of Personal Injury Practice
Our personal injury lawyers accept a wide range of case types, including:
Whether you were injured or suffered a loved one’s death in a traffic accident, through medical negligence, or through using a defective product, we have handled numerous cases similar to yours. We know the law and how the system works and use that knowledge to produce the best possible trial verdict or settlement agreement for you.
We understand how profoundly your injuries have changed your life. Our attorneys work with medical professionals to identify the exact types of damages you have experienced and the level of compensation you are entitled to under Illinois law. That information helps us prepare for trial and puts pressure on the defendants to negotiate a reasonable settlement.
You might have heard of something called the “statute of limitations” that could affect your right to file a personal injury lawsuit. In effect, the statute of limitations is a part of Illinois’ personal injury laws that sets a time limit on how long an injured party has to file suit. The judge will dismiss a lawsuit if it is filed after the time limit or run. You must talk to your lawyer in detail about your statute of limitation in your case.
Illinois’ personal injury statute of limitations is complex, with several exceptions. You must talk to your lawyer at your fist meeting about your statute of limitations. One of the things our experienced personal injury attorneys will discuss with you during your consultation is how the statute of limitations could apply to your case.
Personal Injury FAQ
Do you need more information about how personal injury law works in Illinois? Here are some general answers to questions our attorneys frequently receive.
What sorts of damages am I entitled to?
Because every personal injury incident has unique circumstances and effects on the victim, the types of damages you can claim depends on exactly what happened in your case. Common damages that plaintiffs can seek compensation for include lost wages, expected lost future wages, medical treatment, equipment such as wheelchairs and ramps, home health care, pain and suffering, and reduced quality of life.
For wrongful death claims, the plaintiff can seek damages on the deceased’s behalf, such as their medical bills and pain and suffering they endured before they died. They can also seek compensation on behalf of a family member for the loss of the deceased’s financial support as well as emotional damages such as grief, sorrow, and loss of society.
What if the person or business that injured me isn’t located in Illinois? Can I still sue?
It is not uncommon for one of our clients to have been seriously injured in a collision with a driver from out of state, or harmed by a business that is not headquartered in Illinois. To be able to sue a party in Illinois, you generally must be able to show that the court you are filing suit in has personal jurisdiction over the defendant. This means the court has power to make decisions that affect that person.
Evidence that the person was driving in Illinois when the accident occurred is typically enough to establish personal jurisdiction. Similarly, Illinois courts usually have jurisdiction over companies doing business here, even if they are incorporated or headquartered elsewhere.
What does “negligence” mean?
Negligence is the failure to act as a reasonably careful person would in a similar set of circumstances. This duty to act reasonably comes up in many everyday situations, such as when we are driving. As a motorist, you owe other drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and everyone else nearby a duty to pay close attention and drive carefully. If you do not, and a car accident happens as a result, you could be found negligent. You could be liable for damages associated with anybody who was injured in the crash.
Contact our Personal Injury Law Office
The costs associated with a major bodily injury do not have to strain your household budget to the breaking point. Find out your options for obtaining compensation by contacting Munday & Nathan and scheduling a consultation with one of our attorneys.
