Chicago Whiplash Car Accident Lawyer

Representing Victims of Whiplash Accidents in Chicago

A Chicago whiplash car accident lawyer can be a valuable resource if you experience neck injuries in a car crash. Many vehicle collisions can cause whiplash injuries that can lead to chronic pain.

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers has the experience needed to secure a fair settlement on your behalf when you pursue a personal injury lawsuit for whiplash injuries.

Verdicts and Settlements from Our Whiplash Cases in Chicago

Our team of personal injury lawyers has vast experience with car accident cases. We know what it takes to win fair compensation because we have done so successfully for many clients. Here are some of our past settlements for car accident victims:

• $3.2 million for a disabled man struck by a car in a crosswalk;
• $2 million for a victim injured in a rollover crash;
• $449,000 for a woman whose head struck the windshield.

Important Chicago Laws About Whiplash Motor Vehicle Accidents

Negligent drivers often cause dangerous accidents because they violate the rules of the road in Chicago. Here are some relevant ordinances that could affect liability in your personal injury claim:

• Code 9-76-010 – All vehicles must be equipped with sufficient braking systems.
• Code 9-8-010 – Drivers must obey instructions from all traffic signals.
• Code 9-16-010 – If markings or signs indicate specified turning lanes, drivers must not make alternative turns.

Common Neck Injury In Whiplash Car Accidents

Suffering from a neck injury during an auto accident is extremely common. Some types of neck injuries you could experience include whiplash, soft tissue damage, herniated discs, and cervical fractures.

How a Lawyer Proves Liability in a Whiplash Accident Case in Chicago

Proving liability in a personal injury claim is the key to securing compensation. Here are the four elements required to establish negligence and win fair compensation:

• Duty of care – The defendant had a responsibility to prevent the accident.
• Breach of duty – The defendant’s actions breached that duty.
• Causation – There is a link between their actions and the accident.
• Legal damages – The victim suffered legal damages because of the crash.

What is My Whiplash Motor Vehicle Accident Claim Worth?

The value of your settlement will depend on numerous factors. The skill of your personal injury attorney, the extent of your injuries, the legal damages, the percentage of shared fault, and the insurance policy limits could all impact the outcome of your case.

Potential Compensation in a Chicago Whiplash Car Crash Case

Car accident injuries, including whiplash, can cause numerous damages that a settlement could cover. Economic damages in a personal injury claim include lost wages, medical bills, property damage, and future medical expenses. Non-economic damages include chronic pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Punitive damages could also be pursued if the case involves gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

What to Do After a Whiplash Accident?

Your actions immediately after the accident occurred could affect the outcome of your case. Here is what you should do right after a crash to prioritize safety and your legal options:

• Check for injuries and get to safety, if possible.
• Call 911 to alert the police and medical services.
• Seek immediate medical treatment for injuries.
• Gather information from other drivers, witnesses, and insurance companies.
• Document the scene with photos and videos.
• Do not admit fault to anyone before speaking with expert injury lawyers.
• Consult an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your legal options.

How Our Chicago Law Firm Investigates Your Whiplash Claim

Our firm has extensive experience in personal injury law. Our goal is to investigate your claim and build a strong case to increase your chances of winning compensation. We will obtain the police report, gather evidence from other drivers, interview witnesses, and work with accident reconstruction experts.

Your injury lawyers will also gather evidence of your legal damages, such as medical records, proof of lost income, and medical expert testimony.

What is The Time Limit to File a Car Accident Claim in Chicago?

In Illinois, the statute of limitations for injury claims is two years. If you wait until after that deadline to pursue compensation, you may be ineligible for a settlement in most cases.

Why You Need Personal Injury Lawyers for Your Whiplash Car Accident Claim

Legal representation can make a big difference in your accident claim. Rather than going up against the at-fault party, their insurance company, and their lawyers on your own, you will have a team of attorneys in your corner to fight for your rights. We know what it takes to gather compelling evidence, overcome insurance tactics, and win maximum compensation for your losses.

Contact a Chicago Whiplash Attorney Near You for a Free Consultation

The team at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is ready to guide you through the claims process. Whether you have suffered from whiplash, soft tissue injuries, broken bones, or other serious injuries, our injury lawyers will do whatever it takes to secure the settlement you deserve when someone else’s negligence causes your legal damages.

Call us today at 888-424-5757 or complete the online form for a free consultation.

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“I was involved in a hit-and-run car accident not too long ago. I was able to take a picture of their license plate. My neck began to hurt later in the night, and I didn’t know what to do. I asked around, and with the advice of a close friend, I contacted Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers and shared my story. They were very professional! They were able to find the other driver and were even able to get me a settlement to cover my medical bills.”

– Steven Plascencia
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Our downtown office, near the Richard J. Daley Center, Dirkson United States Courthouse, and the Chicago Workers’ Compensation Commission, offers convenient access from Aurora, Joliet, and Waukegan via I-90, I-94, and I-290.

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers

225 W Wacker Dr #1660
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (847) 835-8895
Toll Free: (888) 424-5757

We also serve clients from Buffalo Grove, Champaign, Naperville, Springfield and throughout Illinois.

All content undergoes thorough legal review by experienced attorneys, including Jonathan Rosenfeld. With 25 years of experience in personal injury law and over 100 years of combined legal expertise within our team, we ensure that every article is legally accurate, compliant, and reflects current legal standards.