Chicago T-Bone Accident Lawyer
Were you injured in a side-impact collision? You’re not alone.
T-bone collisions, also known as side-impact or broadside crashes, account for nearly 25% of all motor vehicle fatalities in the United States. In Chicago, with our maze of intersections, congested streets, and impatient drivers, the risk is even higher. These violent crashes often leave drivers and passengers in the struck vehicle with catastrophic injuries — or worse.
If you were seriously hurt or lost a loved one in a broadside crash, hiring an experienced Chicago T-bone accident attorney could be the most important decision you make.
Insurance companies will fight to avoid paying what you deserve. You need an attorney in your corner who knows their tricks, and how to beat them. At Lloyd Miller Law, our T-bone accident lawyers in Chicago have recovered millions for crash victims throughout Illinois. We know how to hold reckless drivers accountable and maximize your compensation.
Call 773-838-8100 now to schedule your free consultation. We don’t get paid unless you do.
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Don’t Let the Insurance Company Downplay Your T-Bone Crash
Insurance companies are not in the business of doing what’s fair. They’re in the business of protecting profits. After a T-bone accident, their adjusters may try to twist the facts or downplay the severity of your injuries to minimize their financial liability.
At Lloyd Miller Law, we’ve seen it all. Insurance companies:
- Blame you for “running a red light.”
- Allege you were speeding or distracted.
- Claim your injuries were pre-existing.
- Minimize the long-term impact of your pain.
Our T-bone accident attorneys don’t play their games. We build strong cases backed by evidence, expert testimony, and a deep understanding of Illinois injury law. We fight to ensure you’re compensated for:
- Emergency medical care and hospitalization
- Ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, and therapy
- Lost income and future earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional trauma
- Vehicle repair or replacement
While we’ll make every attempt to settle your case out of court, that isn’t always possible. If the insurance company doesn’t make a fair offer, we’ll take your case to trial. Our firm’s lead attorney, Kurt D. Lloyd, is recognized as one of the top trial attorneys in Chicago injury cases. We know how to win.
Why Are T-Bone Accidents So Dangerous?
T-bone accidents are among the deadliest types of collisions for one simple reason: the side of a vehicle offers very little protection. Most cars are built to absorb force from the front and rear. Side-impact crashes often slam directly into occupants — especially those in the passenger seat.
These accidents typically happen at intersections. In a city like Chicago, where traffic lights, complex turns, and reckless driving are daily obstacles, one bad decision can result in life-changing injuries.
Common causes of side-impact crashes include:
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Distracted driving (texting, GPS, etc.)
- Speeding through intersections
- Failing to yield while turning left
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
We’ll investigate every angle of your crash to uncover what caused it, who’s at fault, and how to hold them accountable.
We Handle High-Stakes, Complicated T-Bone Accident Cases
Some personal injury law firms only take easy wins. That’s not us. At Lloyd Miller Law, we take pride in helping crash victims through the hardest times of their lives, especially when the legal road is steep.
We take on complex side-impact crash claims involving:
- Disputed liability at red-light intersections
- Commercial vehicle side-impact crashes
- T-bone accidents involving pedestrians or cyclists
- Multiple vehicle pileups with cross-traffic
- Catastrophic injuries like TBI, spinal cord damage, and internal bleeding
- Wrongful death caused by broadside collisions
Our attorneys work with accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and investigators to reconstruct the crash and calculate damages with precision. If the other side plays hardball, we hit back harder.
Kurt D. Lloyd is a plaintiff’s trial lawyer who focuses on medical malpractice and other catastrophic injury cases. He lives in Chicago and represents injured clients throughout Illinois. He is also the founder of Lloyd Miller Law, Ltd.
Illinois Registration Status: Active
Bar Admissions: Illinois State Bar
What Sets Our Chicago T-Bone Accident Lawyers Apart?
You’ve probably seen a hundred ads for personal injury lawyers. Here’s why Lloyd Miller Law stands out when it matters most.
- 75+ years of combined experience. Our attorneys have decades of success representing crash victims. We know Illinois injury law, and we know how to maximize your compensation
- Direct access to real lawyers. You won’t be handed off to a case manager or pushed into voicemail when you hire our firm. Our car accident lawyers answer your calls, address your concerns, and communicate directly with you throughout your case
- No cookie-cutter cases. We don’t believe in templates. Every case we handle is built from the ground up. We get to know you, your story, and how your injuries impact your life. Then we work to maximize recovery based on your unique injuries and losses
- Trial-ready from Day One. More than 90% of injury cases settle out of court. Just in case yours is in the minority, we prepare as if we’re going to trial. That makes insurers nervous, and you’re more likely to get a fair offer
- You pay nothing unless we win. Our contingency fee structure means we’re fully invested in the outcome of your case and your full recovery. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.
Call 773-838-8100 to speak with an accident lawyer today.
What Injuries Are Common in Chicago T-Bone Accidents?
T-bone crashes, or broadside collisions, subject your body to extreme side-impact forces that can cause serious, even permanent injuries. Unlike front- or rear-end collisions, the sides of most vehicles offer minimal protection, which puts your health at greater risk.
At Lloyd Miller Law, our attorneys have represented side-impact crash victims suffering from a wide range of injuries. Some of the most common injuries in Chicago T-bone accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) – Concussions, skull fractures, and long-term cognitive impairment can result from head trauma.
- Spinal cord damage or paralysis – Side collisions can fracture vertebrae or sever the spinal cord, sometimes leading to permanent paralysis.
- Broken bones and pelvic fractures – Victims often suffer fractured ribs, hips, or limbs, especially on the impact side.
- Internal organ damage and internal bleeding – Blunt force trauma may rupture organs such as the liver, spleen, or kidneys.
- Whiplash and soft tissue injuries – Sudden side impact can cause significant neck, shoulder, and back strain.
- Psychological trauma and PTSD – Many crash survivors experience flashbacks, anxiety, and other emotional distress long after physical injuries heal.
Some injuries don’t show symptoms right away. You might feel fine after the crash, only to experience pain or neurological symptoms days later. That’s why it’s crucial to seek medical attention immediately — and contact an experienced T-bone accident lawyer before speaking with insurers.
You may only have one chance to recover compensation. We’ll make sure it counts.
Who’s Liable in a Chicago T-Bone Accident?
Liability in side-impact crashes often depends on who had the right of way and whether traffic laws were obeyed. Our attorneys look beyond the police report to determine exactly who caused your crash and how to prove it.
Potentially liable parties include:
- A driver who ran a red light or stop sign
- A distracted or impaired motorist
- A vehicle manufacturer (in cases involving failed airbags or brakes)
- A rideshare company or delivery service
- The City of Chicago (for negligent road design or malfunctioning traffic signals)
When necessary, we’ll subpoena intersection camera footage, cell phone records, black box data, and more to build your case. It’s in details like these that complicated injury cases are won.
Wrongful Death in a Chicago T-Bone Crash: Can Your Family Sue?
If your loved one was killed in a broadside collision, your family may be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois.
T-bone accidents often strike without warning — and when they do, it’s usually the person sitting closest to the point of impact who pays the ultimate price. Wrongful death claims allow surviving family members to seek justice and financial compensation after a fatal crash. Through this type of lawsuit, you may be able to recover:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Medical expenses related to treatment before death
- Loss of income and future financial support
- Loss of companionship, guidance, or care
- Emotional pain, grief, and suffering
Under Illinois law, the right to file a wrongful death claim typically belongs to the victim’s spouse, children, parents, or next of kin.
At Lloyd Miller Law, we understand that no settlement or court award can undo what’s happened. But taking legal action can help ease your financial burden, hold the negligent party accountable, and protect other families from experiencing the same kind of loss. Let us take on the legal fight so you can focus on grieving and healing.
Where Do T-Bone Accidents Happen Most in Chicago?
While side-impact crashes can happen anywhere, some Chicago intersections are notorious for T-bone accidents due to poor visibility, driver impatience, and high-speed crossings.
High-risk areas include:
- Western Ave & Belmont Ave
- Ashland Ave & 63rd St
- Cicero Ave intersections along I-55
- Lake Shore Drive on/off ramps
- Intersections near CTA tracks and bus lanes
Whether your crash happened on the West Side, in Englewood, or Downtown, our attorneys will investigate the specific conditions of the intersection and roadway to identify contributing factors.
Call a Chicago T-Bone Accident Lawyer Today
Time is not on your side after a side-impact crash. The insurance company is already building their case. Evidence can disappear. Witnesses can forget. And the statute of limitations in Illinois injury cases is just two years.
If you were injured or lost a loved one in a Chicago T-bone crash, call Lloyd Miller Law today. We’ll step in, take the pressure off you, and fight for the compensation you need to rebuild your life.
Call 773-838-8100 now to schedule your free consultation.
We serve clients in Chicago, Cook County, and throughout the surrounding area. Let’s hold the reckless drivers, and their insurers, accountable.