Joliet, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

Medical Malpractice Representation in Joliet

Medical professionals are expected to uphold a high standard of care. When that standard is not met, patients can suffer serious harm. Medical malpractice may occur in various settings, from hospitals and surgical centers to clinics and long-term care facilities. Our attorneys represent clients in cases involving:

• Surgical Errors: When unnecessary procedures are performed or when surgeons operate on the wrong body part, patients can suffer serious harm. Other errors, such as damaging internal organs or leaving instruments inside a patient, can also lead to long-lasting injuries.
• Misdiagnosis: Doctors may fail to identify serious conditions such as cancer or strokes, which can lead to delayed treatment and put a patient's life at risk.
• Birth Injuries: Issues such as brain injuries, hypoxia, or meconium aspiration can occur during childbirth, and a child's health may be placed at risk due to the negligence of doctors, nurses, or other medical personnel.
• Medication Errors: Medical professionals may prescribe or administer the wrong drugs or dosages, which can lead to serious health issues that affect patients.

If you or a loved one received negligent care at Silver Cross Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Joliet, or another medical facility in Will County, we can evaluate your case and help you determine your options. Our legal team can work with medical experts to review records, identify breaches in the standard of care, and build a case for compensation covering your medical costs, lost income, and the pain and suffering you have endured.

Will County Truck Accident Lawyers

Accident Attorneys for Victims of Truck Crashes on Joliet Area Highways

When a tractor-trailer or its contents collide with a passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic for drivers and passengers. With the immense size and weight of commercial vehicles, people in smaller cars and trucks are always at a disadvantage.

Truck wrecks are on the rise for a variety of reasons, including negligent truck drivers and trucking companies. If you were injured in a truck crash, Schwartz Injury Law will conduct a full investigation to see if issues such as excessive speed, DUI or drug use, driver fatigue, shifting or lost cargo, or an improperly maintained truck were to blame. We will work to ensure that you can make a full physical and financial recovery.

Catastrophic Injury Claims in Joliet

Some accidents cause life-altering injuries that impact every aspect of a victim's life and future. Catastrophic injuries often involve long-term or permanent disabilities, and they may include:

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): A blow to the head that damages the brain can lead to issues such as cognitive impairments, memory loss, personality changes, and neurological disorders.
• Spinal Cord Injuries: When vertebrae in the spine are broken or compressed, the spinal cord may be damaged or completely severed, which can lead to paralysis and other disabilities.
• Amputations: Crush injuries or other forms of severe trauma can lead to the loss of limbs or digits, forcing victims to make major adjustments to their lives and affecting their ability to perform work or complete daily tasks.
• Severe Burns: Extensive skin grafts or other treatments may be required when burns occur in fires or due to exposure to toxic chemicals. These injuries may result in permanent scarring and disfigurement.

Catastrophic injuries may require a lifetime of care, including ongoing therapy, adaptive equipment, home modifications, and personal assistance. At Schwartz Injury Law, we help clients assess the full scope of their damages, and we work to obtain compensation that reflects not just current losses, but future needs as well.

Wrongful Death Claims in Joliet

When a preventable accident results in a person's death, surviving family members will face emotional devastation as well as serious financial challenges. Illinois law allows certain surviving relatives, including spouses, children, or parents, to recover compensation through a wrongful death claim against the party who was responsible for the loss. Family members may be able to receive compensation for:

• Medical expenses incurred prior to death
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of financial support the deceased would have provided
• Loss of companionship and guidance
• Grief and emotional suffering

Whether a fatal injury was caused by a medical error, auto accident, nursing home neglect, or another form of negligence, our attorneys at Schwartz Injury Law can help families seek justice. We work to hold negligent parties accountable and provide a measure of closure for grieving loved ones.