Joliet, Illinois Car Accident Attorneys

Common Injuries in Joliet Car Accidents

The force of a motor vehicle collision can cause a wide range of injuries, including minor bumps or bruises or life-altering disabilities. Our attorneys help clients obtain compensation that will address the effects of injuries such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Joint and musculoskeletal injuries, including shoulder dislocations and knee damage
• Fractures and broken bones
• Whiplash and neck injuries
• Chest and rib injuries
• Amputations or limb injuries
• Wrongful death

We work with clients to address catastrophic injuries that have resulted in long-term or permanent impairments, ensuring that the compensation they receive will cover all of the past and future costs of medical care, as well as any other damages they have suffered.

Distracted Driving Accidents

Inattentive driving has become one of the most common causes of vehicle collisions in Illinois. Drivers who take their eyes off the road, engage in other activities while driving, or fail to fully pay attention to what is happening around them can put others at serious risk. Common distractions that can lead to car accidents include, texting, using GPS navigation systems, adjusting the radio, eating and drinking, reaching for items in the vehicle, turning around to attend to children or pets, or looking at people or signs on the side of the road rather than paying attention to traffic.

When distracted driving causes an accident, our attorneys can work to obtain phone records, eyewitness testimony, and video evidence to demonstrate that a driver was at fault for injuring others. We will fight to ensure that a distracted driver will be held accountable for the harm they have caused.

Drunk and Drug-Impaired Driving Accidents

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a reckless and illegal act, and drivers who get behind the wheel while they are intoxicated are likely to cause devastating accidents. Impaired drivers will often exhibit poor judgment, and they will have delayed reaction times. They may experience vision problems or a loss of coordination that affects their ability to stay in their lane or take actions to avoid a collision. These issues can lead to head-on collisions, high-speed crashes, and pedestrian injuries.

People who have been injured by drunk drivers can take steps to recover compensation from both the intoxicated driver and, in some cases, other parties, such as bars or restaurants that overserved alcohol to the driver. Our firm takes an aggressive approach in these cases, working to obtain the compensation needed to address a victim's medical care, emotional trauma, lost income, and other damages.

Accidents Caused by Aggressive and Reckless Driving

There are many reasons why drivers may behave aggressively and put others at risk, including road rage, hurrying to get to a destination, or simple carelessness. Aggressive drivers often engage in dangerous behaviors that can lead to car accidents. These actions may include:

• Excessive speeding
• Tailgating
• Sudden lane changes without signaling
• Running red lights or stop signs
• Confrontational behavior

Aggressive driving can leave victims with serious injuries. At Schwartz Injury Law, we can gather crash data, police reports, and witness accounts to build a clear picture of a driver's conduct. We work to hold reckless drivers responsible and secure the compensation our clients need to make a full recovery.