Auto accidents are typically caused by driver negligence such as speeding or breaking other traffic laws, but sometimes, auto accidents can be the result of a medical emergency. With thousands of drivers on Chicago roadways every day, there are bound to be situations where a driver suffers a heart attack, stroke or other unforeseen medical …
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Each state in America sets a Statute of Limitations on auto accidents and other personal injury cases. The State of Illinois has set a limit of two years, which means you have two years from the date of the accident to gather your case and file a personal injury claim. Our lawyer in Chicago, Richard …
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Minor to severe auto accidents happen on a daily basis in Chicago. In many instances, these accidents are clear-cut and quickly resolved, meaning one party admitted fault, injuries were minimal and/or the situation didn’t require an investigation into the cause. However, there are also times when auto accident claims become complicated, and you should seek …
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Car accident claims can be complex when you’re dealing with severe injuries, which may require extensive medical care. Our Chicago attorneys at Sklare Law Group want to make sure you are fully recovered from your car accident injuries in order for the settlement to reflect all of your medical expenses, pain and suffering and any …
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The aftermath of a car accident can be an overwhelming experience, especially if there are minor to severe injuries involved. The first thing you need to do after you’re in an auto accident is to call the police department and have them come to the location of the accident to file a police report. However, …
An auto accident can cause preexisting injuries or conditions to become aggravated and worsen, as well as cause additional injuries. You deserve to be compensated for the injuries you sustained due the auto accident even if you had a previous injury. Our lawyer, Richard Sklare, explains more in the video above. If you or a …
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You could be left without a car or severely injured after a car accident and want to settle your claim as soon as possible. However, providing a written statement to the insurance company could leave you with less compensation than you deserve. Our lawyer, Richard Sklare, explains why in the video above. If you’ve been …
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Lawsuits against municipalities at the local and state level are complicated cases. Our lawyers at Sklare Law Group recently settled a $250,000 case against a local Chicago municipality for a client who sustained a back injury after a car accident caused by a snowplow. Snowplows are government run vehicles, and we were able to successfully …
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With Michigan and Indiana being so close to Chicago, many of our clients have questions about out-of-state auto accidents. Filing a claim or personal injury lawsuit can be a confusing process with out-of-state accidents. Our lawyer can help you file your auto accident claim and make sure you get the compensation you’re owed for your …
Auto accidents can injure more than just the driver of the vehicle; they often cause injuries to the passenger as well. Passengers are entitled to recover damages for the severity of their injuries, medical expenses, lost wages and many other areas of compensation after an auto accident. Our lawyer in Chicago, Richard Sklare, explains more about …
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