Elgin, IL Personal Injury Lawyer

An unexpected injury can turn your life upside down in an instant. Beyond the physical pain, you may be facing overwhelming medical bills, lost wages from time off work, and significant emotional distress. When your injury was caused by someone else’s carelessness or negligence, you have the right to hold them accountable. At The Law Offices of Anthony R. Scifo, we are dedicated advocates for injury victims in Elgin and throughout Illinois. We fight aggressively to secure the full and fair compensation you need to rebuild your life.

We understand that the last thing you need is another bill. That is why we handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay absolutely no attorney’s fees unless we win a settlement or verdict for you. Your focus should be on your recovery; our focus is on getting you justice. For a free, no-obligation case evaluation, call our Elgin office today at (847) 628-8311.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Our experienced legal team has a proven track record of success across a wide range of personal injury and wrongful death claims. We are equipped to handle the unique complexities of each case type.

• Car Accidents: Representing victims of rear-end collisions, T-bone accidents, drunk driving crashes, and other motor vehicle collisions to recover costs for medical care, vehicle repair, and lost income.
• Truck Accidents: Handling complex claims involving commercial trucks, which often have catastrophic injuries and involve multiple liable parties, from the driver to the trucking company.
• Motorcycle Accidents: Protecting the rights of riders who are often unfairly blamed for accidents and suffer devastating injuries due to the negligence of other motorists.
• Slip and Fall Accidents: Holding property owners accountable for failing to maintain a safe environment, leading to injuries from wet floors, icy sidewalks, poor lighting, or other hazards.
• Dog Bite Injuries: Helping victims, especially children, recover compensation for medical treatment, plastic surgery, and emotional trauma under Illinois’s strict liability dog bite laws.
• Wrongful Death: Providing compassionate and resolute legal support for families who have lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, seeking justice and financial stability for the surviving family members.

Maximizing Your Compensation: What Your Claim is Worth

A successful personal injury claim should cover all of your losses, both tangible and intangible. We work meticulously to document the full extent of your damages to ensure you receive a fair settlement. The costs associated with preventable injuries can be staggering, as tracked by national organizations like the National Safety Council.

We fight to recover compensation for:

• Economic Damages: These are your verifiable financial losses, including all past and future medical bills, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and property damage.
• Non-Economic Damages: These are the intangible costs of your injury, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, and loss of a normal life.

Serving Injury Victims Across the Fox Valley & NW Suburbs

From our home base in Elgin, The Law Offices of Anthony R. Scifo proudly represents injury victims and their families in communities throughout the greater Chicagoland area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois?
The statute of limitations for most personal injury cases in Illinois is two years from the date of the injury. However, the deadline can be different for certain case types or when a government entity is involved. It is crucial to contact an attorney as soon as possible to protect your right to file a claim.

Should I talk to the other person’s insurance company?
It is best not to. Insurance adjusters are trained to protect their company’s bottom line, which often means getting you to say something that can be used to devalue or deny your claim. You should not give a recorded statement or sign any documents without speaking to your own attorney first.

What if I was partially at fault for my accident?
Illinois follows a “modified comparative negligence” rule. This means you can still recover damages as long as you were not 50% or more at fault for the accident. However, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.

No Fee Unless We Win. Contact Us for a Free Case Review.

You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by learning about your legal options. Let us handle the insurance companies so you can focus on healing. The Law Offices of Anthony R. Scifo is ready to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Call our Elgin office today at (847) 628-8311 for your free, confidential case evaluation.