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In 2024, 136 people died and 2,336 people were seriously injured in Chicago traffic accidents. Crashes were most common in the Central Business District and on the West and South Sides – but no part of Chicago was accident-free. 

After a crash, you need immediate legal assistance. Auto insurance companies often send their lawyers to the scene of a crash to protect their interests – but not yours. A lawyer on your side can gather the evidence required to fully understand what happened and protect your legal rights. 

The Immediate Aftermath of an Auto Accident

A car crash produces instant shock and confusion. The body and brain go into “survival mode” to protect you from potentially deadly forces. As your physical and mental resources rush to keep you alive, it can become harder to think and remember clearly. 

After a crash, you must put safety first. You and others may need medical attention. Having quick access to legal advice can ensure you don’t miss something or make a costly mistake. 

Understanding Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities

After an auto wreck, you have legal rights. You also have a limited amount of time to exercise those rights. When you understand your legal rights and responsibilities, you can act to protect yourself and preserve opportunities for compensation. 

For example, Illinois state law allows you two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Insurance companies, however, give you far less time to file a claim. While the state’s timeline is measured in years, some insurance companies measure in weeks or days. With quick access to an attorney, you ensure you meet these deadlines – and preserve your right to compensation. 

Navigating the Insurance Process With a Top-Rated Auto Wreck Attorney

In exchange for a premium, insurance companies sell a promise: they’ll cover your expenses if an accident happens. 

In practice, however, insurance companies do not like to part with their money. They and their lawyers will work to minimize the amount they pay – or to avoid paying altogether. 

An auto wreck law firm can help you negotiate effectively with insurers. A lawyer on your side can spot and address common tactics insurers use to delay or deny your claim. Your attorney can also help you avoid common mistakes in dealing with auto insurance, like missing filing deadlines, accidentally admitting fault, or filling out paperwork incorrectly. 

How An Auto Wreck Chicago Firm Can Help Build a Strong Legal Case

Time is of the essence when building a legal case. It’s essential to preserve evidence while information and memories are fresh. Chicago auto accident lawyers get to work immediately to gather evidence and build a solid case. 

Steps an attorney can take on your behalf include:

• Identifying and speaking to witnesses, 
• Obtaining and analyzing police reports,
• Securing and reviewing medical records,
• Calculating your lost wages from missed work and other expenses related to the wreck.

While investigating, an attorney will also anticipate and address the most common defenses and counterarguments insurance companies raise. For instance, an attorney can spot whether an insurer might claim the accident was your fault – and marshal the evidence required to prove it wasn’t.

Maximizing Compensation and Settlements

Some auto wreck losses are easy to calculate. Medical bills, towing fees, and repair costs all come with a clear dollar amount attached. Adding up the number of days of work you missed due to injury is often straightforward as well. 

Yet these costs form only part of the losses after an auto wreck injury. Physical pain and suffering, mental and emotional trauma, and the loss of life activities you could do before the crash – but no longer – all take their toll as well.

An experienced attorney knows how to argue for full, fair compensation for both economic (financial) and non-economic (personal) losses. Your attorney will gather evidence to show both what you spent and the crash’s impact on your life. Your lawyer will also calculate fair compensation for any future medical expenses. 

Peace of Mind and Emotional Support

After a crash, it can be tough to think clearly. As the days unfold, life can feel like one new crisis after another. Your vehicle is damaged. Your medical bills pile up. You miss work due to your injuries, losing income you need to pay those bills. Some friends show up, while others show their true colors by abandoning you in a moment of need. 

Life after an auto wreck is never the same as life before. Yet having legal support can alleviate stress. A trusted legal ally can handle the complexities of your case while you focus on healing. Instead of drowning in paperwork and struggling with insurance, you can hand these tasks to your lawyer – and focus on your day-to-day needs. 

If you’ve been injured in a Chicago auto wreck, don’t wait. Talk to an experienced Chicago auto wreck lawyer hoy. El equipo de Briskman, Briskman Y Greenberg puede ayudar.

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