Experienced Chicago Auto Accident Attorney
Auto accidents can have devastating consequences that extend far beyond the initial collision. When injuries occur because of someone else’s negligence, the injured party should not have to suffer the financial and emotional consequences alone.
At Norman J. Lerum, P.C., our auto accident attorneys advocate aggressively for injured parties in a broad range of motor vehicle accident cases. They have over 100 years of combined experience practicing law, including personal injury claims. Our services go well beyond the pursuit of compensation, emphasizing a personal approach that helps injured parties receive necessary medical treatment while removing the stress of negotiating with insurance representatives.
How Does Insurance Defense Experience Benefit Auto Accident Clients?
Our founding attorney worked in insurance defense early in his career, providing unique insight into the tactics insurance companies use to deny or underpay valid claims. This background gives our firm a significant advantage when negotiating with insurance companies and building cases that can withstand intense scrutiny.
What Types Of Auto Accidents Do We Handle?
Our firm represents clients injured in various types of motor vehicle accidents throughout Chicago and surrounding areas. These include:
- Car accidents: Rear-end collisions, intersection accidents and multi-vehicle crashes involving passenger vehicles
- Truck accidents: Commercial vehicle accidents involving semi trucks, delivery trucks and large commercial vehicles
- Motorcycle accidents: Crashes involving motorcycles that often result in severe injuries due to limited protection
- Bicycle accidents: Collisions between motor vehicles and bicycles in urban areas and bike lanes
- Pedestrian accidents: Accidents involving pedestrians struck by motor vehicles in crosswalks and streets
Filing an injury claim for each category of accident requires thorough investigation and an understanding of applicable traffic laws and safety regulations. Our lawyers have the knowledge and experience necessary to help clients with any motor vehicle accident claim, and they also can help those who lost a loved one in an accident file wrongful death claims.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Illinois law allows injured parties to recover various types of damages in auto accident cases. Current and future medical costs related to injuries, including rehabilitation expenses, lost wages if you cannot return to work, property damage to your vehicle, pain and suffering endured during the accident and recovery, and emotional distress caused by serious injuries all represent potential areas of compensation.
Speaking with an experienced auto accident attorney as quickly as possible following your accident is critical to preserving important evidence and protecting your rights.
Contact Our Chicago Auto Accident Team
Call Norman J. Lerum, P.C., at 312-487-2154 or use our online contact form to schedule a free consultation. Our auto accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis.