Romeoville Personal Injury Attorneys

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An accident, an act of negligence, or another situation where you suffer a serious injury can completely change your life. You may experience financial losses because of medical bills and lost income, and you may suffer from serious pain and emotional trauma. As you deal with insurance claims, expenses, and other issues during your recovery, you may be unsure about how to move forward. Fortunately, by receiving help from a personal injury lawyer, you can recover financial compensation from the person or party who was responsible for your injuries.

At Newland & Newland, LLP, our attorneys are here to help you obtain the full compensation you deserve after suffering a serious injury. Our law firm handles cases on a contingency basis, so there is no cost to you, and we will only collect attorney fees after we obtain compensation for you. We will investigate an accident or other situation to determine the causes of your injuries, work with medical professionals to document your damages, and deal directly with insurance companies so you do not have to. By securing compensation on your behalf, we can help you move forward with your life.

Catastrophic Injuries

Some injuries may heal after a few weeks or months of recovery. Others may affect you for much longer, or they could even permanently change the course of your life. When catastrophic injuries cause severe, lasting harm, our lawyers will work to ensure that you can receive compensation that addresses all the ways you have been affected. We can assist with cases involving:

Traumatic Brain Injuries

A blow or jolt to the head may lead to a brain injury that can have long-lasting effects. The symptoms of a traumatic brain injury are not always obvious right away, but they can continue to affect you for years. You may struggle with processing speech and language, have difficulty following instructions, encounter problems with memory, experience sensitivity to light and sound, have difficulties with balance and coordination, or struggle with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or emotional regulation. Other ongoing issues may also affect your life, such as seizure disorders.

Spinal Cord Injuries

A back or neck injury may damage the spinal cord. Depending on the extent of the damage and the location of the injury, you could experience permanent paralysis, including paraplegia or quadriplegia. As you recover from a spinal cord injury, you may be permanently disabled, and you may require lifelong care and assistance.

Severe Burn Injuries

Burns may be caused by fires, explosions, hazardous chemicals, or electrocutions. They can destroy skin and cause damage to muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, or bones. They will often cause permanent disfigurement and scarring, and you may experience chronic pain and psychological trauma.

Amputations

An amputation may occur when a limb is lost in an accident, or a limb may need to be removed due to extensive and irreparable damage. The loss of a body part can affect you in many ways, and prosthetics and rehabilitation may be needed.

Broken Bones

While some fractures may heal completely, others may lead to chronic pain and loss of use in the body parts that have been affected. Fractures in body parts such as the hips, collarbones, wrists, ankles, or ribs can lead to ongoing health issues, and you may never fully recover from these injuries.

Situations Where You May Have a Personal Injury Claim

When you have been injured because of someone's negligence or because they intentionally harmed you, it is important to understand your legal options. Our attorneys can provide guidance on the best steps to take in situations such as:

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Negligent driving can lead to car accidents, and drivers may be held responsible for harming others through actions such as speeding, distracted driving, or drunk driving. Truck accidents can be especially harmful, and multiple parties may be found to be liable for these accidents, including negligent truck drivers, freight companies, parties who loaded cargo incorrectly, or maintenance providers who failed to repair trucks correctly. Other traffic collisions that can result in serious injuries include motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and bike accidents.

Dog Bites and Animal Attacks

Bites or attacks by dogs can result in multiple forms of harm. Dog bites can cause deep tissue damage, nerve injuries, scarring, and psychological trauma. Under Illinois law, dog owners can be held responsible for injuries people suffer when a dog bites someone without being provoked, as long as the victim was allowed to be in the location where the attack occurred.

Slip and Fall Accidents

Dangerous conditions in stores, restaurants, or other public locations, such as wet floors or damaged stairs, can lead to slip and fall injuries. A property owner may be held liable for these injuries if they were negligent and did not maintain safe conditions or prevent visitors from being injured by hazards.

Assaults and Bar Fights

When someone intentionally injures you, that person may face both criminal charges and civil liability. You may file a personal injury claim to address injuries caused by assault and battery, including in situations such as bar fights or other types of attacks.

Defective and Dangerous Products

Manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of consumer products are required to ensure that these products are safe for people to use. There are multiple types of defective products that can cause serious injuries, including auto parts, home appliances, tools, children's toys, medical devices, and more.

Food Poisoning and Foodborne Illness

Contaminated food may be served at a restaurant or purchased from a grocery store. Pathogens like Salmonella or E. coli can cause food poisoning, and people may suffer severe or life-threatening symptoms. People who have suffered harm because of foodborne illnesses may have claims against a restaurant, retailer, or food producer who was responsible for a contamination.

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Older adults and people with disabilities may receive care in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. When a nursing home does not provide the proper care and supervision, residents can suffer serious harm. Nursing home abuse and neglect may involve issues such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, medication errors, failure to prevent falls, malnutrition, dehydration, bedsores, or other forms of harm that have occurred due to the negligence of a facility and its staff.

Sexual Abuse

Survivors of sexual abuse may be able to take legal action against their abusers, and they can also address negligence by institutions or employers that allowed abuse to occur. Our law firm can help address sexual abuse by priests, teachers, coaches, medical providers, or others.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims

Contact Our Romeoville, Illinois Personal Injury Lawyers

At Newland & Newland, LLP, our lawyers are ready to help you obtain compensation for injuries that have been caused by negligence. Contact our Romeoville personal injury claim attorneys at 815-620-0546 to arrange a free consultation.