Illinois Auto Accident & Injury Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions: Springfield & Joliet Auto Accidents

I was involved in an auto accident. What should I do at this point?
If you have been involved in an auto accident, it is important to stay at the scene and exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver, if possible. It is also crucial that you seek medical attention as soon as possible, as you may have suffered serious injury that will need immediate care. Do not talk to the other driver’s insurance company, to any witnesses or to law enforcement regarding the cause of the accident – as you do not want to unintentionally say or do something which will be construed as you admitting liability. The most important thing that you can do, after seeking medical attention and supplying your personal information, is to consult an attorney.

How can an attorney help me?
An attorney will act as your advocate and will protect your rights through any and all legal and insurance proceedings following your auto accident. What this means for you is that you will not be blamed for an accident that you did not cause, and that you will have the opportunity to collect maximum compensation for your injuries. An Illinois auto accident attorney will make all the difference in the outcome of your claim.

Is there a time limit as to when I need to file my claim by?
Yes. Each state has a different statute of limitations regarding personal injury and wrongful death claims, and as such it is important to act quickly in consulting a lawyer and filing your claim. If you wait too long, you may not be able to file a claim and seek compensation at all.

I lost a loved one in an auto accident. Is there anything I can do to hold the responsible driver liable for their actions?
You can work with a lawyer and file a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party. In doing so, you will bring the driver to justice and will also be able to collect monetary compensation that can pay for medical expenses, funeral expenses, lost wages and other damages your family has sustained due to your loss.

What types of auto accident cases does your firm handle?
The attorneys at Page Cagle deal with all types of auto accident claims throughout Southern Illinois, including car accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, motorcycle accidents, public transportation accidents, and commercial vehicle accidents. We help clients throughout Joliet, Springfield, Granite City, Decatur and Peoria, Illinois.

What will it cost to work with a lawyer at your firm?
It costs nothing up front to consult an attorney at our firm, and you do not have to pay any legal fees unless we collect compensation on your behalf. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by acting now and discussing your accident and injuries with an Illinois auto accident attorney at our firm.

Contact an Illinois auto accident lawyer at our firm regarding your claim and securing compensation for your injuries and losses.