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The word "SETTLEMENT" printed on a torn piece of paper placed over several U.S. hundred-dollar bills. Low Settlement Offers
Once you receive a lowball settlement offer, politely reject it, remain calm, ask for a written explanation, and document everything. Low settlement offers are a common tactic insurance companies use to reduce the actual claim value after a Chicago car accident. The insurer exploits your vulnerability and limited legal knowledge to trick you into accepting a payout that does not cover the full scope of your damages or losses. 
A woman sitting on the roadside, holding her head in distress after a car accident. Why Insurance Companies Delay Car Accident Claims
Insurance companies delay car accident claims even when fault is clear to earn interest from the funds set aside for a payout, bring the claim near the statute of limitations, and push the claimant to accept a lowball settlement offer or quit pursuing the claim altogether. Delays in a Chicago car accident claim can lower your settlement value by weakening evidence and allowing insurers to dispute liability or damages. Crucial steps you can take to protect your rights when an insurance company delays your accident claim include recording every interaction, carefully examining your insurance policy, and seeking legal support.
If you were injured in a trucking accident in Chicago, Berwyn, Oak Lawn, Cicero, or a nearby community, call the injury attorneys at Lloyd Miller Law for a free consultation.

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Types of Car Accident Injuries

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Paramedics and a fireman strapping a wounded woman with a neck brace on a stretcher. Types of car accident injuries
There are many types of car accident injuries that victims suffer. These injuries range in severity, and heavily influence the value of a car accident claim. More severe injuries can increase a victim’s losses, and have a long-term effect on his or her life. It’s important to be aware of the impact of car accident injuries and what kind of compensation those injuries qualify for when starting a claim. 

Dog Bite Victim Suffers Multiple Injuries Following Brutal Attack

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Mad dog staring. Dog bite victim.
A Belleville man is on the road to recovery after a dog attack left him with serious injuries. Known as man’s best friend, dogs offer companionship, security, assistance, and other support to their owners. Sometimes, however, they cause serious injuries that have lasting effects.  A week after he was attacked by two unknown dogs, the Belleville man remained in the hospital, recovering from the dog bite injuries and receiving rabies treatment.

What Types of Incidents Fall Under Premises Liability Claims in Chicago, Illinois?

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Slippery when wet sign inside the mall with blurred people walking in the background. Types of incidents fall under premises liability claims.
If you were injured on someone’s property in Chicago, Illinois, whether the property is owned by a business or private individual, you may qualify to file a premises liability claim. Several types of incidents fall under premises liability claims. It’s important to know whether your case falls under a premises liability category and the conditions you must meet to hold the landowner responsible.

What Are Average Car Accident Settlement Amounts in Illinois?

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Settlement newspaper headline on money.
Car accident settlement amounts depend on factors such as the insurance coverage held by the motorists involved, liability, and the severity of the injuries and property damage. However, other factors may also play a role. For example, punitive damages may be calculated in a settlement if the other party was acting recklessly and in conscious disregard to others.

City vs. Cyclists: Chicago Not Liable for Bicycle Accidents Caused by Potholes

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Bicycle accident with helmet and bag on the ground with leaves and stones.
In a December 2023 decision, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled that the city of Chicago cannot be held responsible for bicycle accidents caused by potholes if there are no bike lanes or signage indicating that the street was intended for bicycle use. This decision has a significant impact on bicyclist safety in the state, and it’s important to know its ramifications.