Plainfield Personal Injury Attorney

Injury Attorney Dedicated to Your Recovery and Advocacy in Plainfield, IL

An accident can happen in the blink of an eye. When you are left injured, you may have a lot of worries. You may be concerned about losing income while you are unable to work. You may wonder how your existing medical bills will be paid while your healthcare costs continue to accumulate as you seek follow-up care. If your injury was catastrophic and you may never be able to return to work, you may wonder how you will remain financially secure. The good news is that in many cases, all of these costs and more can be covered in a personal injury settlement or award.

Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC is experienced in working with personal injury plaintiffs to pursue compensation. We can help with many types of Illinois personal injury cases from truck accidents to workplace injuries. Our attorneys understand the stress you are facing and will aggressively pursue a fair settlement that leaves you in the same financial position you would have been in if the accident had never happened. You may also be entitled to compensation for noneconomic harms, like pain and suffering. We will strive to get you everything you are entitled to.

Auto Accident Lawyers in Plainfield

Most motor vehicle accidents are preventable. Drivers have a duty to use reasonable care to prevent an accident. When drivers violate this duty, accidents can happen very quickly. Our lawyers can help with:

• Car accidents - Many are caused by distracted drivers
• Truck accidents - Fatigued drivers, improperly secured cargo, and negligent truck maintenance all commonly contribute to these accidents
• Drunk driving accidents
• Uber & Lyft accidents
• Uninsured & underinsured motorist accident
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle & pedestrian accidents involving a motor vehicle

The at-fault driver's insurance is likely to begin calling you within days of the accident, hoping to settle your claim for less than it is worth. It is wise to speak with an attorney first so that you fully understand your rights.

Workers' Compensation Lawyers

When you get injured performing your job duties, you may be able to recover your lost wages, medical bills, and more by filing a Workers' Compensation claim. Our attorneys are experienced in navigating Workers' Compensation law and can help with concerns like:

• Workers' Compensation claims
• Denied claims & arbitration
• Factory accidents
• Permanent & total disability - If you suffered a severe injury such as a brain injury or spinal cord damage and can no longer work, you may qualify for permanent disability payments
• Wage benefits
• Survivor benefits

We fight for the rights of injured workers.

Premises Liability Law Firm in Will County

If you were injured due to a dangerous condition on another party's property, you may be eligible to recover compensation by filing a premises liability claim. Common examples of accidents giving rise to premises liability litigation include:

• Slip and fall
• Staircase falls
• Falling merchandise injury
• Swimming pool accidents

We will conduct a full investigation in an effort to prove your case.

Plainfield Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Doctors, nurses, dentists, and other healthcare professionals are held to a high standard of care. If you were harmed because your doctor or other provider made a mistake, you may have a claim for medical malpractice. Types of malpractice we often see include:

• Missed or delayed diagnosis
• Surgical errors
• Prescription drug errors
• Birth injuries

We will do all we can to see you recover full compensation if a negligent healthcare provider has injured you.

Wrongful Death Law Firm

If you lost a close family member in an accident, such as a drunk driving accident, caused by another party's negligence you may be able to recover compensation for your loss. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit can help you recover expenses such as any medical bills your family member accrued before passing in addition to their lost income and compensation for noneconomic harm such as your grief and permanent loss. We will always act in your and your family's best interests in these cases.

Contact a Plainfield Personal Injury Attorney

Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC is a firm of experienced Joliet, IL personal injury attorneys. We are skilled in helping personal injury plaintiffs recover the funds they are entitled to. We work on a contingency fee basis. You only pay if we win money for you. To begin with a free consultation, please contact us at 815-730-1977.