Kane County Car Accident Attorneys

Lawyers Representing Car Accident Victims in South Elgin, IL

Car accidents, regardless of the vehicles involved, can be traumatic, and they can result in serious injuries. Two of the most unfortunate and avoidable causes of auto accidents involve drivers who are distracted by cell phones and people who operate vehicles while under the influence of alcohol. Although Illinois laws are meant to deter both distracted driving and drunk driving, many people still engage in these illegal activities and cause accidents that can injure others.

For over three decades, the attorneys at Ariano Hardy Ritt Richmond Lytle & Goettel P.C. have worked to hold negligent parties and insurance providers accountable for their actions or inaction. We handle a wide variety of personal injury cases, and we can help victims take steps to ensure that they will be able to recover from these devastating situations. We aggressively pursue car accident claims, and we will not hesitate to go to trial to obtain just compensation for injury victims. Our clients are not required to pay unless we recover compensation on their behalf.

Critical Steps to Take After an Auto Accident

After being involved in a motor vehicle accident, you may not know what actions to take, especially if the incident was traumatic. However, if certain steps are followed, you can increase your chances of success when filing a personal injury claim:

• Stop Your Vehicle: Leaving the scene of an accident may have criminal consequences. You should remain with your vehicle until the authorities arrive to investigate the scene of the incident.
• Notify the Authorities: If no one has already, contact the police by calling 911. This will ensure that a police report will be filed and that you or anyone else who was injured can receive emergency treatment.
• Assess Your Injuries: If you are badly hurt, try to stay calm until medical help reaches you.
• Provide Aid to the Injured: Illinois law requires the drivers involved in an accident to offer practical assistance when necessary. If you are not also wounded, you may take steps to help a person address their injuries, including by calling 911 for emergency medical assistance.
• Provide the Minimum Required Information: You will need to share details, including your name, address, vehicle registration number, and insurance informationn with the other driver or anyone else involved in the accident. Do not comment on the causes of the accident, and do not say anything that could be seen as admitting fault. Never apologize for causing the collision.
• Gather Information: Get contact information for other drivers, passengers, and witnesses, if possible. If possible, take notes of relevant details and photos of the scene and all vehicles involved.
• Contact a Reputable Personal Injury Lawyer: To address injuries that may impact your life or other damages suffered in a collision, contact our firm and discuss your case and your legal options.

Recoverable Damages in Car Accidents in South Elgin, IL

If you have sustained injuries and vehicle damage due to the reckless or negligent actions of another driver, you can take steps to recover financial compensation. The amount of damages you may receive will depend on the type, severity, and duration of your injuries, whether you are disfigured, and other factors. You may receive compensation that will cover your medical bills and related expenses, time missed from work, property damage, pain and suffering, and loss of a normal life.

Contact Our South Elgin, Illinois Car Accident Attorneys

Under Illinois law, all drivers are required to have insurance, and in most cases, an insurance company will ultimately provide compensation for a person who has been injured in a car accident. Some people may attempt to negotiate with insurers themselves, although insurance adjusters and attorneys working for these companies will often try to minimize the amount of damages that they must pay.

The personal injury lawyers at Ariano Hardy Ritt Richmond Lytle & Goettel P.C. can aggressively represent injury victims in the Kane County area, taking steps to address the tactics insurance companies may use to limit payouts and fighting for full compensation for our clients' damages. Contact our Kane County motor vehicle accident lawyers for a free consultation by calling 847-695-2400.