Frequently Asked Questions

There are many benefits to hiring a personal injury attorney, including but not limited to:

• 1) You will have an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side who knows how to navigate the complex legal system and who will fight for your rights.
• 2) You will have someone on your side who is knowledgeable about the law and who can advise you on the best course of action for your personal injury case.
• 3) You will be able to focus on recovering from your injuries and getting back to your normal life, rather than worrying about the legal aspects of your case.

You should consider several things when looking for a Chicago, IL personal injury law firm to represent you. First, you should look for an attorney who has experience handling cases similar to yours. Second, you should look for an attorney located in the same area as the accident occurred. Third, you should ask for referrals from friends or family members who have used a personal injury attorney in the past. Finally, you should always meet with an attorney for a free consultation before deciding whether or not to hire them. This is why the team at Mike Agruss Law offers a free consultation — we believe it is essential that we have an in-depth conversation with a potential client before agreeing to work together so we can each have a clear understanding of how we will handle their personal injury claims or personal injury lawsuit together.

According to ILCS 5/13-202, plaintiffs usually have two years of legal protection for their personal injury. Our lawyers can file documents within the appropriate time frame. By not filing in time, the lawsuit may result in the loss of your claim. You won’t be permitted to file an appeal in the courts with prejudice. It’s something that we can no longer take on. A professional injury lawyer may help you stay on track of deadlines to file all the paperwork you have to file when needed.

While you are not legally required to hire an attorney when filing a personal injury claim, it is highly recommended that you work with an attorney rather than navigate through the complex legal system on your own. An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to advise you on how to best approach your case and represent you throughout the process, increasing your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve.

If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person or entity, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain, and suffering, and more. The experienced personal injury attorneys at Mike Agruss Law will fight to get you the full and fair compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Even if the person who injured you does not have insurance, you may still be able to recover compensation for your injuries. There are several different ways to approach this type of situation, so it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your options.

In Illinois, you can still recover compensation for your injuries even if you are partially at fault for the accident. However, your financial compensation may be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. For example, if you are found to be 20% at fault for the accident, you would only be eligible to recover 80% of the total damages awarded. This is a legal concept known as “comparative negligence” that is highly beneficial in several ways, but can be manipulated by an attorney or insurer to avoid paying you the money you deserve.