Naperville Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, the injuries are often severe. Victims may face months or years of medical treatment, lost wages, and lasting pain. If you or a loved one has been hit by a car in Illinois, you may already know that compensation is available through a personal injury claim. But what happens if the driver’s insurance company argues that you were partly at fault? Illinois law has specific rules, called comparative fault, that determine how your compensation is affected when multiple parties share blame for an accident.

Understanding how comparative fault works is crucial, especially in pedestrian accidents, where drivers and insurers often try to shift blame onto the pedestrian. This blog will explain the basics of Illinois’ comparative negligence system, how fault is determined, and what it means for your potential recovery. Continue reading

When you’ve been injured in an accident, whether it’s a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace incident, the moments afterward can feel overwhelming. In addition to seeking medical treatment and dealing with insurance companies, you may be wondering what kind of evidence will strengthen your personal injury claim. One of the most powerful forms of evidence available in personal injury cases is the witness statement.

Witness statements often play a critical role in establishing what happened, how it happened, and who was at fault. But do you always need witness statements to pursue compensation? Not necessarily, but having them can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.

This blog explores the importance of witness statements in Illinois personal injury claims, when they are most useful, and how our firm can help gather and use them to protect your rights. Continue reading

If you have been injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence in Illinois, you may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. But what exactly can you recover in a legal claim? Understanding the categories of damages available under Illinois law is crucial when evaluating your case. In this blog, we will break down the types of damages available in Illinois personal injury lawsuits, provide legal references, and help you understand how courts calculate compensation. Continue reading

Insurance companies play a critical role in personal injury cases, often determining how much compensation you can recover for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. However, their primary goal is to protect their own financial interests—not to ensure that you receive a fair settlement.

At John J. Malm & Associates, we’ve seen firsthand how insurance companies operate in personal injury claims. With over 90 years of combined litigation experience, our award-winning team has successfully negotiated with insurance companies to recover millions for injured clients across Illinois. In this blog, we’ll explore the role insurance companies play in personal injury cases, common tactics they use, and how to protect yourself and your claim. Continue reading

When pursuing a personal injury claim, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is whether to settle your case or proceed to trial. While settlements are more common, some cases require litigation to achieve fair compensation. Understanding the benefits and drawbacks of each option can help you make an informed decision about the best path forward.

At John J. Malm & Associates, our award-winning team has over 90 years of combined litigation experience, recovering millions for injured clients across Illinois. From our offices in Naperville and St. Charles, we guide personal injury victims through every step of the process, helping them navigate the complexities of settlement negotiations and trials. In this blog, we’ll explore the pros and cons of settling versus going to trial in a personal injury case. Continue reading