Schaumburg, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

Dedicated Personal Injury Lawyers Fight for the Injured in Schaumburg

After a serious injury, your world is turned upside-down. What started as an ordinary day ended as anything but ordinary. 

Now, you may struggle with daily activities like eating, getting dressed, or taking a shower. You may worry about the work you’re missing and wonder if you’ll ever get back to the job you once had. You may miss the hobbies, household tasks, or family time you once enjoyed, but your injuries now prevent you from participating in. You may fear that you won’t be able to pay the mounting bills.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. At Briskman, Briskman, & Greenberg, we take your injuries personally – because we understand how personal they are. 

Illinois Personal Injury Statistics

Every year, thousands of Illinois residents suffer serious injuries or death due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing. Here are some of the most common scenarios that result in injuries.

Car Accidents

In 2022, the Illinois Department of Transportation recorded 320,382 car accidents in Cook County. These included:

• 400 deaths in car crashes,
• 40,202 injuries in car crashes, including 3,723 severe or catastrophic injuries. 

Among these accidents, over 2,300 involved a driver who was drug- or alcohol-impaired. Over 1,000 accidents were caused by a fatigued or distracted driver. 

Of the 2022 accidents in Cook and DuPage Counties, 1,256 crashes occurred in Schaumburg. 35 were caused by alcohol-impaired drivers, and eight involved drowsy drivers.

Workplace Accidents

In 2022, 177 Illinois workers lost their lives in workplace accidents. Common causes of workplace accident deaths and injuries included:

• Transportation incidents, including vehicle crashes: 75 deaths, or 42 percent of all fatal workplace injuries in Illinois in 2022
• Exposure to harmful substances or environments: 30 deaths
• Violence or other injuries by people or animals: 26 deaths
• Slips, trips and falls: 23 deaths

These numbers are similar to workplace accidents and deaths nationwide. Other common causes of workplace injury include being trapped or pinned by machinery or equipment, being struck by an object, and electrocution. 

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Falls are the top cause of death and serious injury for US adults aged 65 and older. However, a fall can cause serious injury to anyone at any age. 

Most falls are preventable. Schaumburg businesses have a responsibility to prevent falls when possible by maintaining floors, keeping walkways clear of spills, debris, and clutter, using adequate lighting, and warning visitors when an uneven step, a freshly mopped floor, or another hazard increases the risk of a fall. 

Dog Bites

Illinois regularly appears on the US Postal Service’s list of states where postal carriers experience the most dog bites. The state also regularly tops lists of compensation paid in dog bite claims. 

Every year in the United States:

• About 4.5 million dog bite injuries occur.
• Approximately 885,000 dog bites require medical attention, and 316,000 yearly require a emergency room trip. 
• Dog bites are the 2nd most common reason children visit US emergency rooms and the 13th most common reason overall. 
• Over 28,000 dog bite victims need reconstructive surgery each year. 

While children are most likely to experience dog bites, anyone can be bitten by a dog, and any dog can bite. Illinois dog owners have a responsibility to control their dogs to prevent bites. 

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a medical provider fails to meet the professional standard of care, resulting in injury to a patient. 

• Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the US, according to a Johns Hopkins study.
• Misdiagnosis is one of the most common forms of medical malpractice.
• Up to 15 percent of all medical interventions may include at least one avoidable error.
• Approximately 1,000 medical malpractice claims are resolved in Illinois each year.

An injured person can also experience harm in other ways. No matter how you were injured, if you suspect someone else’s negligence is to blame, speak to an experienced Schaumburg injury lawyer today. 

Common Injuries in Schaumburg Injury Claims

Every personal injury case is different because the facts of each accident or injury are different. Common injuries that appear in Schaumburg personal injury claims include:

• Brain and spinal cord injuries,
• Head, neck, and back injuries,
• Broken bones,
• Internal organ, nerve, muscle, or tissue damage,
• Amputations or crush injuries,
• Thermal, chemical, electrical, or friction burns, 
• Bruises, lacerations, and other forms of damage.

Other injuries may also occur. For many people, severe injuries leave lifelong scars and other limitations or damage behind them. 

Illinois Personal Injury Lawsuit Basics

Every personal injury lawsuit in Illinois follows specific rules and procedures set forth by the state’s courts. These procedures include time limits for filing a personal injury claim. They also include a framework for understanding what losses can be compensated and how compensation is calculated. 

Time Limits in Illinois Personal Injury Cases

Illinois’s “statute of limitations” sets time limits on filing various types of cases in the state’s courts. For personal injury claims, the time limit is two years. 

This two-year clock starts running on the date of injury in most cases. Some exceptions can change when the clock begins to run or can “toll” or pause the running of the two-year time limit. However, These exceptions are narrow and do not apply in most cases.

If you’re uncertain when the two-year deadline falls in your case, speak to a Schaumburg personal injury lawyer right away. Even if you suspect the deadline has already passed, scheduling a free consultation can help you understand your legal options. 

Types of Compensation After a Personal Injury in Schaumburg

In a personal injury claim, monetary damages seek to compensate the injured person for various losses. Compensation focuses on losses the injured person wouldn’t have experienced if they hadn’t suffered the injury. 

Common forms of compensation available in a personal injury claim include:

• Medical bills, including compensation for emergency transportation services, emergency room and hospital care, surgery, medications, medical devices, doctor’s visits, and therapy and rehabilitation,
• Lost wages if your injury has prevented you from working,
• Lost future earnings if your injury will prevent you from working or limit the work you can do in the future,
• Repair or replacement costs for any damaged property,
• Pain and suffering, 
• Loss of enjoyment of life if your injuries prevent you from engaging in hobbies, family time, or other activities you once enjoyed and
• Scarring and disfigurement. 

Compensation may be available for other losses as well. Talk to an attorney to learn more about how Illinois’ compensation rules apply in your situation. 

Why Work With an Experienced Schaumburg Personal Injury Attorney?

For many Schaumburg residents, a personal injury case is their first time navigating the court system. Even for those with previous experience in court, handling a personal injury case when you’re already struggling to recover from severe injuries is a tough task. 

When you work with a Schaumburg personal injury lawyer, you gain an advocate who will:

• Listen and answer your questions. From your initial consultation through the resolution of your case, your attorney will listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide the information you need to make informed decisions about your legal rights and options. 
• Gather evidence and present a full, fair view of your side of the case. Insurance company attorneys are career professionals whose role is to protect the insurer – even if that means refusing to pay the compensation you’re entitled to receive. Your attorney serves as the experienced advocate on your side, ensuring that your perspective is heard and your rights respected. 
• Negotiate with insurers so you can focus on healing. Haggling with insurance companies can be tough. Your attorney can handle those conversations, representing your needs while you focus on recovering from your injuries. 
• Work for a fair resolution of your case without losing sight of trial. Many injury claims are resolved without a full courtroom trial. Your attorney will work for a fair resolution while also preparing to represent you aggressively at trial if necessary. 

Working with a dedicated Schaumburg personal injury lawyer can also be affordable. Many personal injury lawyers work “on contingency,” meaning that you won’t pay attorney’s fees if your lawyer can’t recover compensation for you. If your lawyer helps you win, their fees are paid from the compensation you receive. Talk to an attorney today to learn more about how contingency fee agreements work. 

Contact Briskman Briskman & Greenberg Today

After an injury, even simple personal tasks can feel like a struggle. Tasks like negotiating with insurance companies, gathering evidence about what happened to you, or fighting for compensation can feel impossible.

Fortunately, you’re not alone. At Briskman, Briskman, & Greenberg, we know your injury is personal – and we take it personally. We’re here to fight for the compensation each of our clients deserves after a serious injury. To learn more, reach out to us today to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation with one of our experienced and compassionate Schaumburg, Illinois, personal injury lawyers.