Northbrook Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys
Insurance companies are “for-profit” businesses that answer to investors more than they do to policyholders. When you are speaking to an insurance adjuster or an investigator from the insurance company, his or her goal is to minimize the amount the insurance company will have to pay on your motor vehicle accident claim, possibly even denying your claim.
At the Orzoff Law Offices, we act immediately to protect our client’s interests. Our personal injury attorneys review all communications, documents, and settlement offers to ensure you don’t sign or say anything that could jeopardize your right to full and fair compensation for your losses.
After a car accident, truck accident or motorcycle accident with serious injuries, or after the death of a loved one, working with an experienced personal injury lawyer can reduce the stress and confusion over what you need to do next. We handle all the details so you can focus on your family and recovery.
Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Representation
At Orzoff Law Offices, we can represent you in a wide range of motor vehicle accidents, including:
- If you were injured as a pedestrian or bicyclist, we will review all available insurance options to see where you can bring a claim.
- If an uninsured or underinsured motorist hits you, you will bring a claim against your insurance company under your uninsured/underinsured motorist policy.
- If you were injured on a public bus, railroad or other form of public transit, your claim may be against an insurance company or against a municipality.
- If a drunk driver was at fault, we investigate whether you have a dram shop claim against the establishment that served the alcohol.
If you lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident, our lawyers can help you file a wrongful death claim to obtain compensation for funeral costs, medical expenses, lost income and loss of companionship.
Calculating Your Financial Losses After A Motor Vehicle Accident
Most insurance companies use a claims program called “Colossus” to calculate the value of a motor vehicle accident claim. The amount calculated by Colossus depends on the information entered by the claims agent and on the preset algorithms of the program itself. Insurance companies teach claims adjusters how to “control costs” when entering information in order to reduce settlement amounts.
As a result, the insurance company doesn’t consider your pain and suffering and other noneconomic issues that could have a significant effect on your quality of life. At the Orzoff Law Offices, our attorneys expose the shortcomings of Colossus. Working with medical and rehabilitation experts, economists and life care planners, we conduct our own cost-data analyses to provide an accurate assessment of the costs you have incurred and will incur from a motor vehicle accident.
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How Much Does A Car Accident Lawyer Cost?
At Orzoff Law Offices, we understand that you may be struggling physically, mentally and financially after a car accident. You may even have lost wages because of your injuries, high medical bills and vehicle repair costs.
We do not want to put more pressure on you than you are already experiencing. Our legal representation will cost you nothing unless we can help you recover a fair settlement. You can reach out to our motor vehicle accident lawyers to discuss contingency fees. However, our main mission is to help ensure that you recover financially from an auto accident.
Do I Need A Lawyer For A Car Accident Settlement?
It is important to remember that the other driver likely has a lawyer protecting their interests. There is no reason you should not have the same. When you reach out to Orzoff Law Offices for experienced legal representation for your auto accident, you are taking steps to ensure you are compensated for your losses. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can get started investigating your case. It is often necessary to gather evidence early to create a strong legal case.
Many insurance companies are notorious for unfair settlement offers to victims of auto accidents. These damages can barely cover the costs of medical bills, lost wages, vehicle repairs and funeral costs for victims. A lawyer can negotiate with insurance companies to help ensure you get a settlement that favors you and avoids the risk of financial ruin.
Should I Get A Lawyer For A Rear-End Accident?
Rear-end collisions are some of the most common kinds of auto accidents. This happens when a vehicle hits another vehicle from behind because of speeding, drunkenness, distractions or recklessness, for example.
No matter what caused the accident, you could be suffering from medical conditions such as:
- Concussion
- Internal bleeding
- Broken bones
- Injured back, neck and head
- Paralysis
- Facial injuries
- Whiplash
- Fractures
Recovering from your injuries can take time, energy and money. No matter how minor or serious your accident was, we can be there for you.
Contact The Personal Injury Attorneys At Orzoff Law Offices
We are dedicated to protecting the rights of injured people after injuries or deaths in motor vehicle crashes. Our lawyers and staff return phone calls promptly and Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish language legal services are available. Contact Orzoff Law Offices today to schedule a free initial consultation by calling 847-780-2356 or filling out our online contact form.