Personal injury practice areas in Illinois

A focused list, not a long menu

Legal services in Lake Forest for injuries caused by negligence

This page covers the personal injury practice areas Illinois clients most often need, with a focus on cases involving serious harm and clear accountability. Sean Burke Law, LLC represents injured people and families, not insurance companies or hospitals. Most matters are based in Lake County and Cook County, with additional cases in Kane, DuPage, Will, and Kankakee counties when appropriate.

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Medical negligence

Lake County medical malpractice and medical negligence cases

When medical care falls below the standard and causes harm, a claim may be possible. These cases often involve misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, and birth injuries.

Car and truck crashes

Crash and collision claims, from local roads to I-94

Car crashes can happen anywhere, from local intersections near Lake Forest to high-speed collisions on I-94 and US-41. Claims may involve distracted driving, unsafe speeds, impairment, or failure to yield. Truck cases can involve multiple responsible parties and more aggressive insurance tactics.

Unsafe premises

Slip and fall and premises liability injuries

Property owners and managers must keep premises reasonably safe. Cases can involve wet floors, ice hazards, broken steps, uneven pavement, poor lighting, and other dangerous conditions.

Workplace injuries

Third-party workplace injuries beyond workers’ compensation

Some injuries on the job involve negligence by someone other than your employer, such as a subcontractor, property owner, or negligent driver. Those situations may allow a third-party claim that goes beyond what workers’ compensation pays.

Animal attacks

Dog bites and other animal attacks

Dog bites are the most common animal attack cases, and injuries can include infection, scarring, and emotional trauma, especially for children. Illinois law can be favorable to victims under the Animal Control Act in many situations.