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A serious accident can cause life-altering harm and leave you facing significant financial distress. Costly medical bills begin to pile up while paychecks stop coming in as you face daily pain and limited mobility. If someone else’s careless actions caused your injuries, you deserve accountability.

The dedicated auto and truck accident attorneys at Levin, Riback & Adelman represent injured drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and families in Chicago and throughout Northern Illinois as they seek justice and fair compensation. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys take on the legal burden so you can focus on healing. Contact us today to learn more.

Why Choose Levin, Riback & Adelman?

When your physical health, emotional well-being, and financial future hang in the balance, you need a Chicago personal injury law firm with the knowledge, experience, and dedication to justice required to fight for the recovery you deserve. Here’s why we believe our law firm will make an excellent choice for you:

  • Personalized Service: We don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach to legal strategy. We take the time to understand your case and its impact on your life, then tailor our strategy to achieve your goals.
  • Strong Communication: We prioritize keeping you connected to your case. From the very first call, you will speak with the attorney who will handle your claim.
  • Compassionate Support: Our attorneys aim to be more than attorneys. We offer compassion, understanding, and sound legal guidance through a difficult and uncertain time.
  • Relentless Advocacy: We don’t back down to big insurance companies when they attempt to reduce your payout. Our team will always advocate for your best interests, whether at the negotiating table or in the courtroom.
  • Trial-Ready Representation: We always aim to settle out of court for maximum compensation, but we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. If yours does, you can rest easily knowing that our lawyers are renowned for our courtroom prowess.
  • No Fees Unless We Win: Don’t worry about risking further financial distress to retain our services. We charge nothing in upfront fees, and you owe us nothing at all unless we win your case.

Common Causes of Auto & Truck Accidents

Most crashes trace back to preventable errors. These errors frequently constitute a valid personal injury claim.

Common causes of auto and truck crashes our Chicago lawyers see include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Speeding
  • Driving under the influence
  • Fatigued driving
  • Failure to obey traffic signals or signs
  • Failure to yield

When drivers or trucking companies act carelessly or recklessly and put others in danger, they may bear responsibility for any harm they cause. Our attorneys will act quickly to preserve and obtain the evidence needed to hold them accountable.

Common Auto & Truck Accident Injuries

It doesn’t take a high-speed collision to cause lasting damage. Even injuries considered “minor” can come with costly bills, time off work, and significant challenges simply getting through daily life.

Some of the most common injuries in Chicago auto and truck accidents include:

  • Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
  • Broken bones and crush injuries
  • Neck and back sprains
  • Burns, lacerations, and permanent scarring
  • Herniated or ruptured discs
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Internal bleeding and organ damage
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Emotional trauma and PTSD

In the most severe cases where an accident results in loss of life, you would likely want to speak with a Chicago wrongful death attorney. It takes time to understand the true extent and impact of your injuries. To protect your health and your legal rights, seek prompt medical attention, and be sure to follow your doctor’s instructions.

What Makes Truck Accidents Unique?

Truck crashes differ from a typical auto accident in several critical ways. A successful truck accident claim addresses these unique circumstances with careful consideration.

Some factors that make truck accidents unique include:

  • More Severe Injuries: The massive size and weight of commercial trucks frequently cause severe injuries when a crash occurs. Serious injuries complicate cases and cause insurance companies to fight harder to prevent big payouts.
  • Multiple Liable Parties: Truck accidents can involve not only the truck driver, but also the trucking company, maintenance contractors, cargo loading companies, and vehicle or parts manufacturers.
  • State and Federal Regulations: Truck drivers and trucking companies must follow strict rules regarding driver hours, vehicle inspections, maintenance, cargo securement, and driver training. Attorneys must carefully analyze the accident to identify violations.
  • Unique Evidence: Truck accidents involve black box data, electronic logging devices, onboard cameras, maintenance records, and other key evidence that lawyers must act swiftly to preserve and obtain.

Compensation Available in Auto & Truck Accidents

A successful claim should cover every loss caused by the at-fault party. That includes not only financial damage, but also personal harm. Our Chicago auto and truck accident lawyers will likely seek compensation for the following:

  • Current and future medical expenses
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Permanent scarring and disfigurement
  • Loss of enjoyment of life

If you’ve lost a loved one in an auto or truck accident caused by someone else’s careless actions, you may have a valid wrongful death claim. Wrongful death compensation can include funeral or burial expenses, loss of companionship and guidance, and loss of financial support. Our Chicago law firm will fight to hold the at-fault party accountable for the immeasurable harm they’ve caused our family.

How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

While you don’t legally require a personal injury attorney to seek compensation in an auto or truck accident claim, pursuing your case independently can prove exceptionally challenging. Insurance adjusters have extensive experience limiting claims and reducing payouts. Working with a skilled attorney evens the playing field.

Our law firm can help by:

  • Reviewing Your Case for Free: Sit down with us for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case and learn your legal options.
  • Investigating the Accident: We launch an immediate investigation into the accident to identify all liable parties and gather the evidence needed to hold them accountable.
  • Calculating Compensation: Medical and financial experts aid us in assessing the full value of your claim so you don’t leave any money on the table.
  • Dealing with Insurers: We handle all communications with insurance companies so they can’t exploit your inexperience and harm your claim.
  • Negotiating for a Fair Settlement: Even the strongest cases require skilled negotiation. Our team will relentlessly pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.
  • Representing You in Court: If the insurance companies won’t offer a fair settlement, we’ll file a lawsuit, take your claim to court, and fight for a favorable verdict.

Contact a Chicago Auto & Truck Accident Attorney Today

The legal representation you choose when pursuing an auto or truck accident claim can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Team at Levin, Riback & Adelman will be your fiercest advocates as you seek justice and fair compensation. Contact us today for your free consultation with an auto and truck accident lawyer in Chicago.

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If you were injured in an auto accident caused by another person’s negligence, you have a right to claim compensation. Levin, Riback & Adelman, has the skill to assist you in filing a strong personal injury claim. For a free consultation, call 312-782-6717 or message us via our online contact form.