Auto Accidents
There were nearly 6.4 million auto accidents in the United States in 2010. The financial cost of these accidents is a staggering 230 billion dollars. 249 million people were injured in auto accidents in 2010 and approximately 43,000 people were killed in 2010. This amounts to 115 people a day or one every 13 seconds. Teenagers comprise the largest percentage of drivers involved in auto accidents in the state of Illinois. Besides having an Illinois drivers license and registration all drivers at the site of an accident must present proof of active insurance. Driving is risky and all drivers must be able to meet the financial responsibilities that Illinois mandates. Failure to present these three requirements may result in the issuance of tickets, court fees and attorney fees after a hearing. The financial and emotional toll an auto accident can take on a person's life can be devastating. For this reason it is important you retain competent, aggressive and knowledgeable representation following an auto accident. The defendants insurance company will contact you for a recorded statement and attempt to use that statement against you to mitigate their exposure in paying out your claim. They will also ask for a signed authorization allowing them to view your medical records. It is important you know and understand your rights early on following an accident as this time is extremely crucial in determining the path your claim takes. Unfortunately some people drive in Illinois without insurance or do not have adequate coverage to fully compensate you for your injuries. In situations like these maximum recovery will depend on the extent of coverage you have as of the date of the accident. If the defendant does not carry insurance and you do not carry uninsured coverage you may find yourself with overwhelming medical bills, severe injuries and no insurance coverage to recover from. If the policy limits of the defendants insurance do not fully compensate you for your injuries and you do not carry underinsured coverage you may again find yourself with a heap of problems. Leonard Law Group specializes in the handling of auto accidents that result in severe personal injuries. If you find yourself the victim of an auto accident please contact Leonard Law Group at 312-226-8273 to discuss the merits of your claim. Time is of the essence in these situations and the longer you wait the more likely it is you may find yourself with unanswered questions and nobody to turn to.