South Side Chicago Car Accident Attorney
The stressful chaos following a motor vehicle accident can be challenging to manage on your own. The process can be less of a burden when you have a personal injury attorney on your side who is negotiating with the insurance company and seeking to hold all negligent parties responsible for your injuries liable.
At Flanagan Injury Law Group, LLC, in Chicago, our firm’s founding attorney, L. Michael Flanagan, draws from in-depth personal injury experience to help his clients get the maximum compensation available for their accident injuries. Mr. Flanagan was born and raised on Chicago’s South Side, and knows how to present a strong case on behalf of his clients. With millions of dollars recovered for past clients, Mr. Flanagan is ready to help you fight back.
Why You Need a Chicago Car Accident Lawyer
When people call our firm, they’re often unsure about whether they need an attorney to handle their car wreck claim. They may have received an offer from an insurer and think that it sounds fair. Accepting that offer brings certainty and stability to an otherwise unpredictable situation. You may need that money to help deal with the increased expenses that come up after a crash.
But – you need to think about what really happens when you try to handle your case without a car accident lawyer. Insurers evaluate these cases every day. They know what accidents and injuries are worth. They know what they can offer you and still maximize their bottom lines. In short – they are not looking out for your interests or your recovery. They want you to make a quick decision before you have a chance to get the detailed advice you need from a car accident attorney who knows how to get you full value for your claim.
An experienced auto accident lawyer at our firm can sit down with you and explain how we can help you move forward. We can show you what we believe your case is worth, and help you get in front of the right doctors to get the care you need. It costs you nothing to talk to us about your case. Call our office today at 773-789-5870 or send us an email to schedule a free consultation.
How Our Accident Attorneys Help With Your Claim
Anyone who drives anywhere around Chicago – whether in the city or in a nearby suburb – knows how chaotic our roadways can be. Accidents can happen to anyone at any time, and we want to let you know more about what our team does once you trust our car accident lawyers to take your case.
We first sit down with you to understand more about what happened. Where was the accident, what injuries did you suffer and have you seen any doctors for those injuries. We then can check to see if you will need additional medical care, and determine how we can assist with finding the right doctors for you.
After we’ve taken the time to make sure you get the help you need for your injuries, we get to work investigating the claim. We visit the scene of the crash to see what sort of evidence may be available to us. We look for security camera footage or review dashcams to see if we can use this to help support your case. Then, we review the police report to help us prove our version of events.
We prepare all of this to build a strong case that we use to show the insurance companies we are not afraid to fight for you. We will engage in settlement negotiations on your behalf, but if the insurers are not willing to provide fair value, we are ready to go to court if that’s what is best for your case.
We’re not afraid to take on the insurance companies in serious injury cases. Our goal is to help you get back on track after seeing your life turned upside down.
Types Of Car Accident Cases We Handle
Our car accident attorneys think outside the box when assisting clients who have injuries from motor vehicle accidents. Whether you have suffered injuries in a car accident on your way to work, in an all-terrain vehicle, in a commercial truck crash, Uber or Lyft ride or crossing a sidewalk, we are here to help.
We help you in motor vehicles accidents involving:
- Multiple vehicles
- Public transportation
- 18-wheeler semitrucks
- Commercial rideshare accidents
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
- Pedestrian collisions
- Dooring a biker
- Poorly maintained roads and highways
- Brake failures
- Mechanical breakdowns
No matter the cause of the accident, please reach out to our car accident lawyers today to find out more information. We can provide you with a review of your case so that you know what options are available to you.
Common Injuries Our Accident Lawyers See In Chicago Car Crashes
Common injuries from road accidents include:
- Back and neck injuries, such as spinal damage or whiplash
- Head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and other brain damage
- Joint dislocation and bone damage, including compound fractures
- Organ damage and internal bleeding
- Burn injuries, including extensive scarring
- Loss of limbs
- Limited mobility
- Psychological pain, such as post traumatic stress disorder
If you are suffering from one of these injuries, or any other injury suffered in an accident, we are here to help. Our accident lawyers want you to know that you will have someone on your side, looking out for you as your case moves forward.
How Much is My Chicago Car Accident Case Worth?
This is something that our Chicago car accident lawyers can review with you as soon as you meet with us. We can review the facts and injuries involved in your case, and discuss what we think based on our prior experience. The value of a claim is going to depend on many different things – which include the fault of the parties involved, the injuries suffered by the drivers/passengers in vehicles, the insurance companies representing the other drivers, as well as the evidence available to support a motorist’s claim. Some of the damages that we can help you recover in your case include:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
Contact Flanagan Injury Law Group, LLC For A Free Consultation
Mr. Flanagan offers free consultations to help those in Chicago understand their rights and Illinois law regulating personal injury claims in the state. While your actual results will vary depending on the circumstances of your accident and injuries, Mr. Flanagan has a track record for making a significant difference in his clients’ cases. In 2020, and again in 2021, he was one of less than 2.5% of Illinois’ most recent personal injury attorneys selected for inclusion in the state’s personal injury Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. Send him an email or call his office in Chicago at 773-789-5870 to arrange for your free consultation.