After ensuring your safety, call 911 and seek medical attention even if injuries seem minor. Document the scene with photos, exchange information with other parties, and avoid posting anything about the accident on social media. Contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to preserve evidence and protect your rights.

There is no retainer or upfront cost to you. McDevitt & Cobb works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless they win your case. You can also receive a free case evaluation by phone or in person.

Insurance is a critical factor in determining whether to pursue your claim and may impact the total compensation available. In Illinois, passenger vehicles must carry minimum liability insurance of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. If the other driver is uninsured, you may be able to make a claim under the uninsured motorist coverage of your own policy.

Premises liability holds property owners responsible when unsafe conditions on their property cause injury to visitors. Common cases include slip and fall accidents, inadequate maintenance, poor lighting, and defective stairs or walkways. To file a claim, you must show the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to address it.

In Illinois, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is two years from the date of the injury. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is also two years from the date of death. It is important to contact an attorney promptly, as critical evidence can be lost over time.