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Frequently Asked Questions of the Illinois Personal Injury Lawyers of Ferris, Thompson & Zweig, Ltd.The following information includes frequently asked personal injury questions. The answers stated are general in nature and are not intended to apply to every personal injury situation. Each case is different and carries its own set of circumstances which must be taken into consideration by competent legal counsel. By contacting Ferris, Thompson & Zweig, Ltd., , you can receive a personal consultation regarding your specific legal claim. What is Personal Injury? Personal injury is any physical or mental injury to a person that results from another person's negligence or harmful act. Personal injury involves civil law cases as opposed to criminal law cases which involve a defendant and the State of Illinois. Personal injury can occur in a wide variety of ways. The following are some of the most common accidents resulting in personal injury:
What financial compensation can I recover in a personal injury claim? Personal injury accident victims are entitled to recover monetary damages for all losses and expenses sustained as the result of an accident. Depending upon the particular circumstances of your case, damages may include recovery for any of the following:
What is the Statute of Limitations? Every state has certain time limits, called "statutes of limitations," that govern the period during which you must file a personal injury lawsuit. In some states, for example, you may have as little as one year to file a lawsuit from an automobile accident. When the statute of limitations expires on your case, you simply don't have a case anymore. Statutes of limitations differ not only from state to state, but also in regard to the kinds of lawsuits involved. In some states the statute of limitations for medical malpractice, suits against governmental agencies and wrongful death actions is shorter than that for other types of personal injury cases. In general, however, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is from one to three years, and the time begins from the time of the accident. For more information regarding the limitations for your specific case, please contact the Illinois personal injury attorneys of Ferris, Thompson & Zweig, Ltd. How long will it take to settle my claim? The time it takes to settle a personal injury case depends on the circumstances surrounding the case. The more complex the case the longer it may take to settle. Many cases can take anywhere from 3 to 18 months to settle depending on their complexity. What is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice is negligence committed by a professional health care provider—a doctor, nurse, dentist, technician, hospital or hospital worker—whose performance of duties deviates from a standard of practice of those with similar training and experience, resulting in harm to a patient or patients. Most medical malpractice cases are based on the concept of negligence - that is, the patient was harmed because the health care provider failed to meet the required standards of skill and care, in accordance with generally accepted standards. Instances of malpractice might include cutting off the oxygen supply during surgery, misdiagnosing an injury because routine tests and procedures were not followed, or prescribing an illegal drug or one not approved for the patient's condition. What is Anesthesia Negligence? Injury may occur when anesthesia is improperly given or not given in a timely manner to a patient. If the failure of the anesthesiologist is the cause of injury or death to a patient, damages may be recoverable under the laws of medical malpractice. Most doctors and hospitals carry malpractice insurance, and some states even require that they contribute to a state patient's compensation fund. However, statutes of limitations govern the filing of malpractice claims and prevent filing once a certain amount of time has passed. How do I know if I need an attorney? If you have been seriously injured in the State of Illinois and are unsure about the outcome of your injury, consult with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Make sure this is done before you give any official statements or sign papers of any kind. Illinois laws require filing a lawsuit within a specific period of time. Depending upon the circumstances of your case, you may be prohibited from filing a lawsuit and obtaining any compensation for your injuries if you delay. If you or someone you know in Gurnee, Illinois, or anywhere within the Chicago metropolitan area, needs the assistance or skilled legal counsel of an experienced serious injury lawyer, contact Ferris, Thompson & Zweig, Ltd. today at 866-682-6015, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your free initial consultation. Consultations are available in both English and Spanish. |