Arlington Heights Car Accident Lawyer

Car accident victims can deal with immediate physical pain and damage to their vehicle. Victims may also face the challenge of dealing with insurance adjusters, lost wages, and finding a way to pay for medical expenses. At Martin Law, LLC, we provide skilled, professional representation for those injured in motor vehicle accidents. Our goal is simple: we take care of dealing with the insurance company and any legal issues so you can focus on your health.

Why You Need an Arlington Heights Car Accident Attorney

Insurance companies are profit-driven entities. Following a collision, their primary goal is to minimize the amount they pay out in claims. They often send out claims adjusters to get recorded statements or offer quick settlements that do not cover the full amount of the actual damage.

We serve as your advocates to make sure the insurance company gives you a fair settlement. If they are unwilling to do so, we will take your case to trial. Our long history representing car accident victims allows us to understand the tactics the insurance company uses to drive down the amount of your personal injury claim settlement. To maximize your settlement, we make sure that every piece of evidence is preserved and that the full extent of your injuries is documented.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in the Suburbs and the Chicagoland Area

The greater Chicago area sees a high volume of traffic, particularly on major arteries like I-90, 290, 355, 53, and Route 12. While every accident is unique, most result from a specific form of negligence. We represent clients in cases involving:

• Distracted driving: Drivers using mobile devices, navigating GPS, or otherwise not keeping focus on the road.
• Speeding: Exceeding posted limits or driving too fast for weather conditions, which is common during Illinois winters.
• Driving under the influence (DUI): Collisions caused by individuals operating vehicles while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
• Failure to yield: Accidents occurring at intersections or during lane changes when a driver ignores right-of-way laws.

Proving Liability in Illinois Personal Injury Cases

Illinois follows a system of modified comparative negligence. This means that a victim can only recover monetary damages if they are 50% or less than 50% at fault for the accident. The jury verdict will be reduced by their assessment of your percentage of fault.

Establishing liability requires thorough investigation. Our firm reviews police reports, interviews witnesses, and analyzes traffic camera footage. In complex cases, we work with accident reconstruction experts to provide a detailed account of how the car wreck occurred.

Calculating the True Value of Your Claim

The cost of a motor vehicle accident extends far beyond the repair bill for your car. A personal injury claim must account for both economic and non-economic damage. We pursue maximum compensation for:

• Medical expenses: This includes emergency room visits, diagnostic tests, surgeries, physical therapy, and any future medical care related to the injury.
• Lost income: Compensation for the time you were unable to work, as well as any decrease in your future earning capacity.
• Pain and suffering: Non-economic damage related to the physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident.
• Disability and/or disfigurement: Compensation for permanent changes to your quality of life or physical appearance.

The Martin Law, LLC, Approach

We keep our process straightforward. From our first meeting with you, we provide an honest assessment of your case. We do not make unrealistic promises; instead, we offer a realistic strategy based on Illinois law and our decades of experience in the Illinois legal community.

We work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront costs for our services. We only collect a fee if we successfully recover compensation for you through settlement or jury verdict.

Steps to Take After a Car Wreck

If you have been involved in an accident, the actions you take in the following minutes and days will significantly affect your legal claim. See our list of steps.

Contact Martin Law, LLC, Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you do not have to face the insurance company and the legal system alone. We are here to offer the legal guidance you need to secure a fair outcome.

To set up a free consultation, call 847-261-4995 or fill out our online contact form.