Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death in Illinois: Who Can File, and What the Law Provides
A plain-language guide to who can file a wrongful death claim in Illinois, what the law lets families recover, and the deadlines that apply.
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Medical Malpractice
Illinois Medical Malpractice Deadlines: The Statute of Limitations and the 4-Year Cap
Illinois gives you generally 2 years to file a medical malpractice claim, with a firm 4-year outer cap. Here's how both deadlines work.
Workers' Compensation
Hurt at Work in Illinois: Workers' Comp, Third-Party Claims, and When You Have Both
If you were hurt at work in Illinois, you may have both a workers' comp claim and a separate injury claim against someone other than your employer.
Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death Act vs. Survival Act: What Illinois Families Can Recover
In Illinois, two claims can follow a death caused by negligence: one for the family's loss, one for what the person endured before passing.
Personal Injury Guide
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost in Illinois? (Nothing Unless You Win)
How much a personal injury lawyer costs in Illinois — the plain answer is nothing up front, and no fee unless your case wins a recovery.