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What is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury claims involve something called a “tort.” A tort is a negligent act that causes another person to sustain injuries. The injured person can then hold the at-fault party financially responsible for damages in a civil lawsuit, also known as a personal injury case. If the negligent act was also illegal, the injury victim could still file a personal injury lawsuit whether or not the negligent individual was found guilty of a crime.
If you have been a victim of an accident caused by a negligent or wrongful act, you should call a Kankakee, Il personal injury lawyer. We can help you file insurance claims, negotiate with insurance adjusters on your behalf, or even help you sue the negligent party for damages. You may be able to recover compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and even physical and emotional pain.
At Curcio Law Offices, we pride ourselves on offering expert legal advice to our clients, defending their personal interests, and getting them on the road to financial recovery following their accident. We will evaluate your entire case to ensure we help you receive the maximum benefits available to you. Call us at (312) 321-1111 to schedule an appointment with a member of our team and receive a free consultation regarding your case.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car accidents are some of the most common types of personal injury claims in Illinois and beyond. In fact, there were a total of 1,334 motor vehicle accident deaths in Illinois in 2021 alone according to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).
After a motor vehicle collision, drivers should exchange insurance information, call the police, and/or seek medical care. Once those things are complete, it’s important to call a personal injury lawyer to receive compensation for your injuries. A personal injury lawyer can help you file an insurance claim and ensure you receive a fair settlement for your injuries.
Some of the most common injuries from motor vehicle accidents include:
- Head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries;
- Skull fractures;
- Facial injuries;
- Spinal cord injuries;
- Nerve damage and paralysis;
- Neck injuries, including whiplash;
- Broken bones;
- Lacerations;
- Bruises;
- Amputation;
- Loss of fetus; and
- Wrongful death.
Kankakee County personal injury lawyers at Curcio Law Offices can also help you seek compensation after the loss of a loved one. If your family member has died in a fatal car accident in Kankakee, Il, or the surrounding areas, call our law firm to schedule an appointment today. We can help you recover financially from damages like lost wages, past and future medical expenses, and other non-economic damages like loss of enjoyment or emotional suffering.
Medical Malpractice
Doctors are human, and humans make mistakes. But when doctors make mistakes, they can have devastating effects on patients as well as their families. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional acts in a negligent way or breaches the medical standard of care that they owe their patients.
Medical professionals can be negligent in a variety of ways. They can make errors during surgical procedures, provide patients with the wrong medication or dosage, misdiagnose patients, and more.
It’s important that any medical malpractice victims seek legal counsel so that the responsible party is held liable for the damages they’ve caused. If you have been injured by a negligent medical professional, a Kankakee, Il personal injury lawyer at Curcio Law Offices can help you seek the compensation you deserve.
Birth Injuries
At Curcio Law Office, we also handle personal injury cases pertaining to birth injuries. Birth injuries can occur when a medical professional causes injury to a pregnant mother or an unborn fetus during labor and delivery through negligence or lack of monitoring.
Many birth injuries can cause developmental issues as well as physical injuries like contusions.
One of the most common birth injuries is Cerebral Palsy, but other birth injuries include Erb’s palsy, umbilical cord prolapse, meconium aspiration syndrome, maternal death, and more.
If you or a loved one has been injured before, during, or immediately after birth, or died during childbirth, call a Kankakee County personal injury attorney like those at Curcio Law Offices. We offer a free consultation to all new clients, so call (312) 321-1111 to schedule yours today.
Nursing Home Negligence
Personal injury claims can also involve nursing home negligence, which occurs when nursing home professionals or other elderly care professionals act in a negligent way toward their patients. According to the American Health Care Association, 94% of nursing home providers reported being understaffed in 2021 – one of the many side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This can result in nursing home patients receiving less care than they need.
Nursing home patients can sustain bed sores, become malnourished, or even become victims of elderly abuse. If you or an elderly loved one has sustained an injury due to negligent nursing home staff in Kankakee, Il, the personal injury attorneys at Curcio Law Offices can provide aggressive legal representation to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Workplace Injuries
Our personal injury attorneys can also assist those who have been injured on the job. Workplace accidents can lead employees to experience severe injuries, like crush injuries, amputations, and may even result in death.
Everyone deserves to work in an environment that is as safe as possible, so when someone is injured at work due to negligent working conditions, they deserve proper compensation for their injuries. In a successful personal injury claim, a workplace accident victim could receive compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, emotional damages, and more.
If you have suffered from a workplace injury in Kankakee County, call Curcio Law Offices at (312) 321-1111 so we can get you on the path toward financial recovery.
Construction Site Accidents
Construction sites are often very dangerous places, for both workers and visitors, and those injured on construction sites deserve financial reimbursement for any injuries they sustained on-site. These can include injuries from scaffolding, power tools, cranes, lifts, heavy machinery, and more.
If you have sustained injuries from a construction site accident, it can be hard to prove negligence without a personal injury lawyer on your side. The attorneys at Curcio Law Offices are here to help Kankakee, Il residents recover compensation in construction site injury claims.
Dangerous and Defective Products
Product manufacturers have a duty to protect consumers from dangerous products. Product manufacturers also have a responsibility to warn against any potential dangers associated with their products, packaging, and product materials. Dangerous and defective products can cause a wide range of injuries, so it’s important for victims of defective products to hire a personal injury lawyer that can handle their specific claim. Call Curcio Law Offices at (312) 321-1111 so that we can learn how to best represent you.
Defective Drugs
Pharmaceutical companies have a responsibility to test any drugs and advertise their side effects before they hit the pharmacy shelves. When pharmaceutical companies fail to adequately warn consumers of the side effects or release a drug that hasn’t gone through significant clinical trials, they could be considered negligent.
Defective drugs can cause people to seek additional medical attention and rack up medical bills, even after taking the drug as prescribed. If a defective or mislabeled medication has injured you or a family member, a Kankakee, Il personal injury lawyer can help you recover compensation for injuries.
Premises Liability Violations
Store managers, homeowners, and property owners have a responsibility to keep their premises safe and as risk-free as possible. Unfortunately, accidents happen, but accidents caused by negligence are oftentimes completely avoidable. If a property owner has obstructed walkways, uneven flooring, or wet and slippery floors, and a visitor trips, falls, and is injured, they may be found liable in a personal injury case.
At Curcio Law Offices, we are passionate about fighting for the justice of our injured clients. Our personal injury lawyers are prepared to help premises liability victims in Kankakee, Il, receive the best settlement offer or trial award possible for their injuries.
Dog Bites
According to the Centers for Disease Control, it is estimated that more than 4.5 million dog bites occur every year in the United States. While most domesticated animals are well-trained and will not bite or attack unless provoked, there are still plenty of dangerous dogs out there. Pet owners have a responsibility to those around them to properly train their pets and ensure they will not attack their visitors, neighbors, and family members.
Dog bite injuries can be severe and can cause a person to develop an infection or even rabies. If you or a family member has been bitten by a dog or other domesticated animal, the Kankakee, Il lawyers at Curcio Law Offices can offer you expert legal help regarding your case. Call us today at (312) 321-1111 to schedule your free consultation.
Railroad Accidents
Recent deregulations on train transportation have led to an increase in railroad-related deaths across the United States. According to the National Safety Council, railroad deaths increased by 20% from 2020 to 2021. Machine malfunctions, deregulations, and a lack of safety protocols can lead to severe injuries for train employees as well as Kankakee, Il residents. A skilled personal injury lawyer can evaluate your case and help prove negligence on the part of the railroad company.
Railroad Employee Accidents
Just like railroad accidents pose a risk to Kankakee County residents, they also pose a risk to the railroad employees involved. Luckily, there are federal laws that are designed to hold employers accountable for any injuries caused by unsafe working conditions or equipment. Not only that, but employees are also protected from retaliation for reporting any safety violations, all under the Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA).
Personal injury cases involving injured railroad employees can be complicated, especially when dealing with a major railroad carrier. If you are a railroad employee and you have been injured on the job, it’s crucial that you find a trusted personal injury attorney to defend your interests and try your case in court, if need be. The attorneys at Curcio Law Offices have an in-depth understanding of the FRSA and can protect your rights.
Wrongful Death
When a loved one passes away due to an accident, it can be difficult to know what to do next. On top of the grief, the victim’s remaining family members may have to deal with medical bills incurred before their loved one’s death, as well as funeral costs and burial expenses. If you have lost a loved one to negligence, you may want to seek legal help.
A personal injury law firm can help the family of the deceased be reimbursed for any out-of-pocket costs. The family may also receive additional compensation for any loss of care, loss of companionship, and emotional distress from the accident. At Curcio Law Offices, we provide legal counsel to those in Kankakee, Il who have lost a family member in a personal injury accident. Call us at (312) 321-1111 so we can evaluate your case and learn how to best serve you.
Assault and Battery
Assault and battery are criminal offenses punishable by fines and potential jail time, but they are also civil offenses. Personal injury law firms can help victims of assault and battery take civil action against their assailant for causing them intentional harm. If you have been a victim of assault or battery in Kankakee, Il, you may be able to receive financial compensation for your injuries.
Toxic Exposure and Poisoning
Toxic exposure occurs when someone is repeatedly or constantly exposed to a toxic substance over a long period of time. Sometimes, people who are victims of toxic exposure and poisoning don’t even realize that they have been exposed to harmful materials. For example, exposure to materials like asbestos can cause individuals to develop conditions like mesothelioma.
If you believe you have sustained injuries from prolonged or repeated exposure to toxic materials, call the personal injury attorneys at Curcio Law Offices to discuss how you can recover financial compensation for your injuries.
Community Exposure
Oftentimes when someone is exposed to a harmful substance over time, there are other people in their community who have also been exposed to that same harmful substance. Whether that be a harmful chemical that has made it into the groundwater supply, or an uncontrolled chemical burn that released toxic chemicals into the nearby air, an entire community could be affected by toxic exposure.
Our law firm can tackle Kankakee personal injury claims involving community exposure to toxic materials. If you or a loved one has suffered from medical issues related to toxic exposure in Kankakee County, Cook County, or other nearby Illinois counties, the legal team at Curcio Law Offices is here to offer you and your community with legal help.
Workplace Exposure
Certain industries may put their employees at a higher risk for toxic exposure and poisoning. If you have been injured by being exposed to toxic materials at your place of employment, call a Kankakee County personal injury attorney to help you fight for compensation.
Personal Injury Damages
In personal injury cases, injured victims may be able to recover compensation for economic damages as well as non-economic damages that they incurred as a result of their accident. Economic damages are the out-of-pocket expenses the victim paid, like copays for medical treatment, and the other related costs they incurred from the accident, like lost income from missed time at work. In contrast, non-economic damages are damages incurred that are hard to put a price tag on, like emotional suffering or loss of consortium.
Regardless of the damages you’re seeking, a good personal injury lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve. If you have suffered an injury from someone else’s negligence, Curcio Law Offices in Kankakee, Il can help you recover financially following your accident.
Economic Damages
Some of the most common economic damages recovered in personal injury claims include compensation for:
- Medical bills;
- Future medical expenses;
- Lost wages;
- Loss of earning ability;
- Property damage;
- Physical pain and suffering; and
- Funeral and burial costs.
Non-Economic Damages
Our personal injury lawyers can also help you recover non-economic damages following your accident, such as:
- Loss of care;
- Loss of consortium;
- Physical pain and suffering;
- Loss of enjoyment of life;
- Permanent disfigurement or disability; and
- Emotional distress.
Call Kankakee Personal Injury Lawyers at Curcio Law Offices Today
It can be challenging to focus on seeking legal advice and representation while you’re actively recovering from an injury or grieving the loss of a loved one. A skilled Kankakee personal injury lawyer at Curcio Law Offices can provide aggressive legal representation for injury victims or their loved ones. Our attorneys will fight to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries and other damages.
An experienced attorney at Curcio Law Offices can provide you and your family with expert legal advice and help you file a claim with your insurance company or even sue the negligent party in a personal injury lawsuit. We serve residents of Kankakee County, Il, as well as surrounding counties like Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Kane County, Will County, and LaSalle County. Call the Illinois personal injury attorneys at Curcio Law Offices today at (312) 321-1111 and schedule a free consultation with a member of our team.
