Injury Attorney in Edwardsville, IL
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Injury Attorney in Edwardsville, IL. Halvorsen Klote serves victims and their families in Metro St. Louis and Southern Illinois. Our team understands that a severe injury can cause repercussions for a family or individual's personal and economic situation. Halvorsen Klote's Edwardsville, IL injury attorneys help victims and their families get the compensation they deserve after a tragic accident.
If you're injured in a car accident or truck accident, via medical malpractice, lost someone due to wrongful death, were injured during the course of employment or by a product, Halvorsen Klote's injury attorneys will stand by your side. Halvorsen Kote supports survivors and injury victims recover any damages they are legally entitled to due to an injury. This may include pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and other losses that we will discuss further down this page. Contact our today for a case review and consultation. No recovery? We don't get paid.
How Can an Injury Attorney in Edwardsville, IL Help Me?
An injury attorney can fight on your behalf while you spend your energy on healing. When you hire a Halvorsen Klote Edwardsville, IL injury attorney, we will:
- Investigate your claim, acquire all relevant evidence and come up with a legal strategy to prove negligence
- Accurately determine the value of your damages
- Make a settlement demand to the insurance adjuster
- Negotiate with the insurance company, which may include alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation if we have to
- File a lawsuit in court if the insurance company won't be fair in negotiation
- Fight for you to trial if we have to
- Keep you up to date on the status of your claim
- Provide you with peace of mind and dispel any doubts you may have about your claim
You didn't deserve to be injured, but you don't have to go through this process alone. Call an injury attorney at Halvorsen Klote today at 866-382-4167 to get started on being made whole again.
Below are some helpful links and legal FAQs from your Edwardsville, IL injury attorney team at Halvorsen Klote:
- How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
- If an Insurance Company Pays for Property Damage, Do I Still Need an Attorney for my Injuries Claim?
- Why Do I Need a Lawyer?
- How Long Does it Take to Get a Settlement?
- Will My Personal Injury Claim Go to Court?
- Who Is Liable in a Car Accident?
- Do I Need a Lawyer if I'm in a Car Accident?
- Can I Sue if I Was Partially At Fault?
- Is There a Time Limit to File a Lawsuit?
Common Injury Claims in Edwardsville, IL
The injury attorneys at Halvorsen Klote have managed countless cases for victims in the Edwardsville, IL area. Below are a few of the most common types of personal injury cases we have experience with:
- Car, Truck and Motorcycle Accidents — Traffic-related accidents account for about 1.9 million injuries each year (and about 30,000 fatalities). Auto accidents are often caused by speeding, distracted driving, drunk driving and poorly designed roadways.
- Premises Liability — These cases typically involve dog bites, defective "conditions," fires, chemical leaks, slips and falls, ice and other hazards that may cause injuries on someone's premises.
- Workplace Accidents — According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2021 there were 2,607,900 recorded injuries or illnesses that occurred on the job, and 5,190 employment-related deaths. Workplace injuries include chemical exposure, repetitive trauma and even losing a body part. It is important to contact an experienced work-comp attorney as soon as possible after a work injury.
- Product Liability — Products that malfunction can cause serious harm. There may be manufacturing defects, failure to include warnings, and even design defects that lead to injuries. Nationwide in 2021, almost 12 million people went to the emergency room for injuries related to consumer products. Defective products can include bad brakes on a car, children's toys and other everyday items.
- Medical Malpractice — Another common type of injury case, medical malpractice can include surgical error, misdiagnosis, prescription errors and birth injuries.
Tragic injuries can lead to unimaginable stress for family members. The causes to bring a personal injury claim vary greatly. Our injury attorney team in Edwardsville, IL will fight for you no matter what your situation is. We're here to get you the compensation you deserve.
Question to Ask an Injury Attorney in Edwardsville, IL
There are a few things you should look for before you hire an attorney to represent your case. Below are a few questions to get you started:
- What kind of clients do you work with? You need to know if you are contacting the right kind of firm (size, experience, etc.) to handle your case.
- Do you have experience with my type of injury claim? Have they taken on your specific type of case before? Were they able to get a fair recovery for their clients?
- How much do you think my case is worth? A skilled Edwardsville, IL injury attorney will be honest about how much they think your claim is worth, and why. If they mention too little or too much, be wary.
- How much does your firm charge? Lawyer fees are an obvious concern. At Halvorsen Klote, we charge on a contingency basis (services are free and you agree to pay us a percentage of your final compensation). You owe us no fees unless we win your claim.
What Damages Is Available For a Personal Injury Claim in Edwardsville, IL?
How much receive in compensation often depends on the seriousness of your injuries and how they affect your life, whether you are partially at fault for your injuries and the skill of your Edwardsville, IL injury attorney. Generally speaking, you are eligible for two categories of damages: economic losses and noneconomic losses.
Economic Damages
Economic damages reimburse you for the bills and expenses your injuries cause. A knowledgeable injury attorney will secure full compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Lost or reduced earning potential
- Medical expenses, for example
- Emergency room care
- Surgeries and doctors appointments
- Physical therapy
- Medications
- Joint replacements
- In-home care
- Assistive devices, such as wheelchairs or home modifications
Noneconomic Loss
Noneconomic damages seek to reimburse you for the emotional and physical burden your injuries have placed on you. Missouri and Illinois each define noneconomic damages a little differently, according to Missouri Senate Bill 239 and 735 ILCS 5/2-1115.2:
In Missouri, "without limitation":
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Inconvenience
- Physical impairment
- Disfigurement
- Loss of capacity to enjoy life
- Loss of consortium
In Illinois, "including but not limited to":
- Pain and suffering
- Disability
- Disfigurement
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of society
The more severe your injuries, the higher your noneconomic damages will be. If you loved playing piano and now your hands shake, you need to be compensated for that. Your Edwardsville, IL injury attorney at Halvorsen Klote will help an insurance company, judge or jury understand how your injuries have affected you and get you the full financial recovery you are entitled to.
Speak to an Injury Attorney in Edwardsville, IL Today
Don't wait to reach out to Halvorsen Klote if you or someone you love were injured through someone else's negligence. Our firm has won millions for car accident victims, in wrongful death cases, and in other claims in Edwardsville, IL and throughout the St. Louis and Southern Illinois region. Talk to an experienced personal injury lawyer in Edwardsville, IL now at 866-382-4167 or contact us online for a free consultation.
Joel Halvorsen
Attorney at Law
Joel Halvorsen and his partner Greg Klote founded the Halvorsen Klote law firm on the principle that injured people and their families should have access to the same quality legal representation as large insurance companies.
Greg Klote
Attorney at Law
Greg Klote is a partner and founder of Halvorsen Klote.
Greg has successfully fought for people who were injured through no fault of their own. He became a lawyer to help make a difference in the lives of those who have been wronged and treated unfairly.
