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Orland Park Personal Injury Attorneys

Helping Injured Accident Victims Obtain Maximum Compensation in Orland Park, IL

Did you know that around 40 million people visit U.S. emergency rooms every year because of injuries? When someone else's negligence is responsible for causing your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation. However, obtaining as much compensation as you deserve can be challenging unless you have a determined personal injury lawyer as your legal advocate.

The Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C. is a local law firm located in Orland Park. Attorney Barker serves injured victims in Cook, DuPage, Kankakee, and Will Counties. Unlike with many other firms, Mr. Barker will handle your case personally. He will focus all of his legal knowledge, familiarity with local laws, sharp negotiating skills, and determination on your case, working diligently to protect your interests. When you need representation that makes a difference, rely on us. No case is too big or too small.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle

"Personal injury" is a broad term that encompasses many kinds of accidents, injuries, and illnesses. These cases involve physical, emotional, and mental injuries, along with their lingering effects. Negligence is the basis for most personal injury claims, and you will need evidence proving negligence to obtain compensation. Your compensation might include medical expenses, lost wages, ongoing care, property damage, pain and suffering, and other qualifying damages. Examples of common kinds of personal injury cases we handle include:

Even if you were injured in an accident or another situation that is not listed above, you may still have a valid case. We understand that accidents do not follow regular business hours, so we are available 24/7 to schedule your free consultation. During this confidential conversation, we will assess the facts of your situation, determine whether you have a valid personal injury claim, discuss your legal options, and tell you how we can provide the help you need to achieve the best possible outcome.

How Personal Injury Claims Work

In most personal injury cases, filing an insurance claim against the at-fault party's policy is the first step. This policy might provide auto, business liability, or another kind of coverage. The insurance company typically will then make a settlement offer or deny your claim. You may run into multiple problems caused by the insurer's desire to pay you as little as they can.

You can dispute a claim denial and negotiate for a higher settlement offer. If the insurer still refuses to cooperate, you can file a civil personal injury lawsuit. Working with our experienced personal injury lawyer can significantly increase your chances of resolving your claim successfully.

How Insurance Companies Try To Take Advantage of Injured Accident Victims

Claims adjusters estimate the value of your claim to determine what forms of coverage are appropriate, but most settlement offers are well below what is needed to address the effects of an accident or injury. Insurance companies might assign you an unfair portion of the blame for causing your accident. This tactic may be used in an attempt to reduce how much compensation you can receive or disqualify you from filing a claim. You may be asked to sign documents that include fine print or confusing wording to damage your claim.

Insurers may record calls, tricking you into making statements that could damage your claim. These companies often hire private investigators in an attempt to find evidence that your injuries are not as severe as you say they are. They will often do everything they can to reduce your payout.

Insurance companies may imply that you have no choice but to accept their settlement offer as-is and the amount of fault they assign to you. You may not know how to react to these and other challenges, but you do not have to overcome them alone. When you work with the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C., we will not let insurance companies take advantage of you.

How the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C. Can Help You Obtain Maximum Compensation

You are not just a client number on a case file to us. We will personally support you throughout the entire claims process, and we will handle a variety of tasks for you, such as:

  • Explaining your legal options
  • Investigating your accident
  • Gathering supporting evidence to hold all at-fault parties accountable
  • Performing administrative responsibilities
  • Calculating your case's value
  • Handling all communications with insurance company representatives
  • Negotiating to obtain the highest possible compensation for your damages
  • Filing a civil lawsuit and taking your case to trial if needed

Results matter, and we have a proven track record of successfully handling a wide variety of personal injury cases. You will not pay anything upfront, and no fees will be charged unless we win your case.

Request Your Free Consultation 24/7 With Our Dedicated Orland Park Personal Injury Lawyer

Working with the right personal injury attorney can significantly increase the amount of compensation you can receive after an accident. At the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C., we provide experienced, effective legal representation that makes a difference.

Contact us 24/7 at 708-321-1223 to request your free consultation so we can evaluate your case and explain how we can help. From our Orland Park office, we serve all surrounding areas, including Tinley Park, Homer Glen, Lemont, Palos Heights, and other Northern Illinois cities in Cook, DuPage, Will, and Kankakee Counties.

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