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How Are Damages Calculated in an Illinois Personal Injury Case?

September 10, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
A severe accident can impact all aspects of your life, from your physical health and ability to work to your mental health and financial future. A personal injury claim provides a chance to recover compensation for these losses. This compensation is also called “damages.” In Illinois personal injury cases, damages are divided into three...
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What Are the Types of Personal Injury Cases in Illinois

August 27, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Accidents and injuries can happen in many different ways, often leaving victims facing medical bills, lost wages, and other challenges. In Illinois, the law recognizes various types of personal injury cases, each with its own set of rules and considerations. Whether you've been hurt in a car crash, injured on someone else's property, or...
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How Much Compensation Can You Get for a Personal Injury?

May 17, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Experiencing an injury can profoundly impact your life, causing trauma and significant changes. Beyond enduring physical discomfort and emotional upheaval, you may grapple with increasing medical expenses, loss of income, and additional financial pressures. Additionally, if someone else’s actions caused the accident that harmed you, you may be feeling anger and resentment. In such circumstances, seeking...
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Is Illinois a Comparative Negligence State?

April 18, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Have you been injured in an accident? If someone else is to blame, they could owe you compensation for the many ways the accident has affected your life. This could include everything from dollars-and-cents expenses like medical bills and lost income to more subjective losses like pain and suffering. But what happens if you...
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