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How Long Does a Lawsuit Take in Illinois?
6 Nov

How Long Does a Lawsuit Take in Illinois?

Understanding how long does a lawsuit take in Illinois requires looking closely at the circumstances of each case. Some matters settle in just a few months, while others stretch into several years because of the complexi...

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24 Oct

How Are Damages Calculated In Personal Injury Cases?

After an accident caused by negligence, many people immediately wonder how damages are calculated in personal injury cases. Victims and their families want to know what compensation might look like and what factors impac...

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16 Oct

Minor Car Accident Settlement Amounts in Illinois

Sorting out the financial side of a car crash is rarely simple, even when the damage appears minor. Minor car accident settlement amounts vary greatly, depending on the specifics of the incident, since they depend on the...

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10 Oct

How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?

Settlements are often the final step in a long and challenging journey for people injured by another party’s negligence. Understanding how are personal injury settlements paid out is especially important when mounting ...

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10 Oct

Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Illinois

Losing a loved one is devastating, and while financial compensation cannot replace that loss, it can provide security for the family left behind. When families research the average wrongful death settlement, they quickly...

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18 Sep

Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accidents

Many injured people in Illinois wonder, does health insurance cover car accidents? The short answer is absolutely, health insurance can cover medical expenses from car accidents. Although the at-fault driver’s auto ins...

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18 Sep

What Are Compensatory Damages

At Walton Telken, many of our clients ask what are compensatory damages and how they apply in Illinois personal injury cases. In straightforward terms, compensatory damages are payments ordered by the court to place an i...

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11 Sep

How Long Does A Malpractice Settlement Take

Beginning a medical negligence claim often raises an important question: how long does a malpractice settlement take? While every situation is unique, a medical malpractice settlement may require anywhere from a few mont...

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5 Sep

Personal Injury Settlement Amounts

At Walton Telken, we know a settlement can mean the difference between struggling after an accident and moving forward. As your trusted Edwardsville personal injury lawyer, we understand that it’s not just a figure on ...

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19 Aug

How Much Can Someone Sue for a Car Accident

When discussing "How much can someone sue for a car accident?", Illinois law does not impose a maximum amount on the damages that can be sought. A car accident victim in Illinois has the right to sue for the full extent ...

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19 Aug

Uber Passenger Accident Settlement Amounts

Uber passenger accident settlement amounts can vary significantly when passengers are injured in a rideshare crash. The extent of the injuries, the cost of medical treatment, time away from work, and how the accident occ...

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18 Aug

Should I Get An Attorney After A Car Accident

Should I get an attorney after a car accident? Yes, especially when injuries, major vehicle damage, or complicated insurance issues are involved. While Illinois law doesn’t require hiring a lawyer, having one on your s...

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15 Aug

How Long Does An Insurance Company Have To Investigate A Claim

Understanding the timeline for an insurance investigation can be critical after a car accident. Many clients ask us, “How long does an insurance company have to investigate a claim?” In Illinois, insurers generally h...

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16 Jul

What Is A Fair Settlement For Whiplash

Determining compensation for neck-related injuries from a car accident depends on several factors, including the extent of the damage and how it disrupts your daily routine. As your  Edwardsville car accident lawyer, Wa...

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16 Jul

How To File A Personal Injury Lawsuit

No one plans for an accident, but knowing how to file a personal injury lawsuit can make all the difference when life takes an unexpected turn. At Walton Telken, your Edwardsville personal injury attorney, we guide indiv...

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