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Did someone else's negligence injure you, or did you lose a loved one through a wrongful death? You have the legal right to demand financial compensation from everyone involved who caused your losses.

However, pursuing monetary recovery takes work. Defendants' insurance companies hire aggressive lawyers to protect their clients. So, who is looking out for your best interest?

The experienced Cook County injury attorneys at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC are committed to protecting the rights of accident victims harmed or killed by the negligence of others.

All our northeast Illinois personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, where there is never a fee charged until we recover financial compensation on your behalf. Contact our office today for a free review of your case with our injury attorney.

Our law firm has experience representing the rights of individuals and families in the following types of cases:

Bicycle Accident
Car Accident
Construction Accidents
Cerebral Palsy & Birth Injuries
Dog Bites
Medical Malpractice
Motorcycle Accident
Nursing Home Neglect
Pedestrian Injury
Premises Liability -- Dangerous Condition
Property Owner Damage
Sexual Abuse
Slip and Fall
Truck Accident
Workers' Compensation
Wrongful Death

If you travel west from Chicago on Interstate 88, you will pass through the northern outskirts of Aurora, IL, known as the 'City of Lights.'

Nestled in the Fox Valley near Fox River, this town has grown from a small family settlement in 1834 to a thriving community of almost 200,000.

The city's geographical boundaries have grown, as has the population. Aurora city limits now comprise Kane County, DuPage County, Will County, and Kendall County.

City of Lights: The Nation's First City to Use Electric Lights for City Streets

Aurora was established with a post office as a settlement in 1837, three years after the founder Joseph McCarty moved to the valley and sent word to his family in New York to come west. Aurora was named after the goddess of the dawn and was the first city in the U.S. to use electricity for public lighting, giving the town its new name, 'City of Lights.'

Aurora Today: A Fast-Growing Midwestern City

While Aurora, Illinois, was a manufacturing city for over a hundred years, as the 20th century ended, it became more diverse in its economic and cultural opportunities. Although manufacturing and technology are still present, there has been a growth in tourism and entertainment.

The city is delineated into three general areas, the west side, the east side, and the area referred to as Fox Valley. The west side is west of the Fox River, and the east side refers to the opposite side of the river. The Fox Valley area is farther east and was named after the Fox Valley Mall.

Entertainment and cultural activities have grown in northern Illinois in the last few decades, especially in Aurora. The downtown area on the river has the Hollywood Casino, one of Aurora's larger employers.

There are also many architectural landmarks in Aurora, with structures designed by famous people, including Frank Lloyd Wright and several others. The city has zoos, museums, and theaters to entertain locals and tourists.

Aurora, IL, supports six different school districts, private schools, a college, and the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy within the city limits. The Aurora City Hall website provides information for residents and visitors about local events, utilities, and city department and service information.

City of Aurora City Hall

44 East Downer Place
Aurora, IL 60507
(630) 256-4836

There are two hospitals in the Aurora, IL, area, including Provena Mercy Medical Center on the west side and Rush-Copley Medical Center in Fox Valley.

AMITA Health Mercy Medical Center Aurora

1325 North Highland Avenue
Aurora, IL
(630) 859-2222

Rush-Copley

2000 Ogden Avenue
Aurora, IL
(630) 978-6200

For legal representation, personal injury claims, motor vehicle accident cases, and other legal action occurring within northeast Illinois, the matters are resolved at:

Kane County Circuit Court

16th Judicial District
100 S 3rd St.
Geneva, IL 60134
(630) 232-3400

In all, Aurora has grown into a beautiful city in Illinois. After over 175 years and counting, it is still reinventing itself and finding new ways to grow.

Personal Injury Case Evaluation to Calculate the Value of a Claim

People facing mounting medical expenses and hospital bills due to the negligent acts of others will usually file a personal injury claim seeking financial compensation from those responsible for causing their harm.

Determining the case's value will be based on more than just the extent of the victim's injuries and property damage.

An Aurora, Illinois, personal injury lawyer with years of experience in tort law can determine the worth of the lawsuit based on document reviews, including police reports, insurance policy limits, and the strength of evidence that may force the defendant to settle the claim to avoid going to trial.

Our experienced Aurora personal injury lawyers have resolved thousands of claims over the years, holding people and businesses accountable for harming our clients. Our attorneys comprehensively understand tort law, the legal process, and how to build a case to win.

Every Aurora, Illinois, personal injury lawyer working for Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers offers a free consultation to discuss the merits of your claim, the limits of the law, and what to expect to resolve your lawsuit.

Aurora Personal Injury Lawyer FAQs

Our professional Aurora, IL, personal injury lawyers know that many families have unanswered questions about resolving compensation cases when dealing with insurance companies. Our accident injury lawyer has answered some of those questions below.

Contact our Chicago, IL, law office today at (888) 424-5757 (toll-free phone call) or through the contact form to discuss your legal issues. All information you share concerning your personal injury case remains confidential through an attorney-client relationship.

Our law firm is only a short drive away from downtown Chicago. However, our injury lawyers will meet with you at your home or office.

We work on a contingency fee arrangement, so unless we get a financial settlement, there is no fee you must pay. Call us any time of day for a free consultation, and we can confidentially discuss your case.

Do injured victims need a personal injury attorney?

There is no legal requirement to hire an attorney to handle a personal injury claim. Victims can easily file all the required paperwork without assistance and represent themselves in front of the judge in simple accidents without injuries or death.

However, to ensure that they successfully resolve their lawsuit, a personal injury lawyer representing their best interests can maximize the compensation they will receive. Statistics show that plaintiffs received significantly more monetary recovery using a personal injury lawyer than those who go it alone.

When should you contact a personal injury lawyer?

The sooner you turn your case over to a personal injury attorney, the better. Your lawyer can gather evidence, speak to eyewitnesses, review documents and reports, and begin negotiating with the insurance company involved in the case.

Data shows that injured parties that hire a lawyer recover approximately 3.5 times more compensation, on average, than unrepresented parties. Most personal injury lawyers offer a free consultation to discuss the case and what injury victims can expect to receive in a settlement or jury verdict.

What kind of cases do personal injury lawyers handle?

Nearly every personal injury attorney will provide legal services in various practice areas, including motor vehicle accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle injuries, construction site accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, defective drugs, premises liability, and wrongful death.

Nearly all personal injury claims are based on negligence when someone fails to use reasonable care to prevent property damage, catastrophic injury, or death. These lawsuits are often based on the negligent or intentional act of one person/business (the defendant) carelessly injuring another (the plaintiff).

Who is the best personal injury lawyer in Chicago?

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC is one of the largest law firms in Chicago by revenue, ranking first in the number of personal injury attorneys categories. The company provides legal services in various practice areas in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and the United States.

Jonathan Rosenfeld is at the helm of the client-based law firm with a successful track record of resolving complex cases and has obtained more than $250 million on behalf of his clients. The law firm's experienced personal injury attorneys and paralegals build strong cases that are mostly resolved through negotiated maximum compensation settlements.

What question should I ask Aurora personal injury lawyers?

Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer to handle a compensation case can ensure that your legal interests are represented during the negotiated settlement meeting or at trial. Typically, the victim will work closely with their attorney and consider them a trusted advisor.

Before deciding on the best lawyer to handle your case, consider asking pertinent questions, including

What is your success rate in handling personal injury cases like mine?
What are your legal fees for injury cases and wrongful death lawsuits?
Will I be expected to pay any fees upfront?
Am I responsible for all case-related expenses if I lose my case?
How much time will be devoted to my case?
What is the typical time in resolving a personal injury case like mine?
If my personal injury case has to go to trial, what is your success rate in front of jurors?
What is the value of my personal injury case?
How much will I be expected to participate in my personal injury lawsuit?

What should I ask for in a personal injury settlement?

Hopefully, you chose to hire a personal injury lawyer to handle your case to ensure you receive maximum monetary recovery to pay for your damages, losses, and injuries. Statistically, most personal injury cases (95%) are resolved through negotiated settlements, and the remaining cases go to trial to be heard in front of a judge and jury.

At some point, the defendant's attorneys will ask for a negotiation meeting with you (the plaintiff) to discuss resolving the case through settlement. Your personal injury lawyer should ensure you receive fair compensation for:

Past, current, and future medical expenses
Existing hospital bills
Rehabilitation and therapy costs
Payment for any temporary or permanent disability
Lost wages due to time away from work from your injury
Future lost earnings
Funeral & burial costs in wrongful death cases
Pain-and-suffering
Emotional distress and mental anxiety

Your personal injury attorney will consider other contributing factors that affect the negotiated settlement, including the insurance policy limit, the extent of your injury, the cost of future treatments to maximize your well-being, and if the case will go to trial.

What is the average payout for a personal injury case?

Approximately 95% of all personal injury cases are resolved through negotiated settlements, usually for an amount based on the claim's actual value, if the injured party hired a personal injury lawyer for legal representation.

The average payout for a personal injury case is difficult to calculate based on the unique circumstances of each lawsuit. Typically, a plaintiff was severe injuries or family members who lost a loved one through wrongful death are likely to receive significantly more money than a plaintiff resolving a fender bender case.

That said, most personal injury cases involving car accidents are resolved through settlements ranging from $10,000-$52,000 on average. Medical malpractice cases could settle for $350,000-$1 million or more.

Injury & Medical Negligence Attorneys Serving Residents of Aurora, Illinois

Aurora, IL, personal injury attorneys at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC, provide legal advice or representation in a negligence case. Over the years, we are proud to have represented many clients who call the area home. Our familiarity with Aurora's people and geographical layout enables our auto accident attorneys to respond quickly after a crash to serve you best.

Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

Retaining an Aurora, personal injury attorney can mean distinguishing between a long, drawn-out battle and a timely recovery. If you have questions about a severe accident in the city, call our legal team of attorneys and investigators today.

Schedule a free consultation at (888) 424-5757 for more information on paying your medical bills, dealing with the insurance company, and our years of experience settling personal injury claims.

Our Aurora personal injury lawyers provide legal services in various practice areas throughout Illinois, including motor vehicle accident cases, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, construction worker injuries, truck accidents, premises liability, defective medications, product liability, nursing home abuse, and wrongful death.

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★★★★★

Jonathan Rosenfeld was professionally objective, timely, and knowledgeable. Also, his advice was extremely effective regarding my case. In addition, Jonathan was understanding and patient pertaining to any of my questions or concerns. I was very happy with the end result and I highly recommend Jonathan Rosenfeld. Michonne Proulx

★★★★★

Extremely impressed with this law firm. They took control of a bad motorcycle crash that left my uncle seriously injured. Without any guarantee of a financial recovery, they went out and hired accident investigators and engineers to help prove how the accident happened. I am grateful that they worked on a contingency fee basis as there was no way we could have paid for these services on our own. Ethan Armstrong

★★★★★

This lawyer really helped me get compensation for my motorcycle accident case. I know there is no way that I could have gotten anywhere near the amount that Mr. Rosenfeld was able to get to settle my case. Thank you. Daniel Kaim

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Jonathan helped my family heal and get compensation after our child was suffered a life threatening injury at daycare. He was sympathetic and in constant contact with us letting us know all he knew every step of the way. We were so blessed to find Jonathan! Giulia

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Jonathan did a great job helping my family navigate through a lengthy lawsuit involving my grandmother's death in a nursing home. Through every step of the case, Jonathan kept my family informed of the progression of the case. Although our case eventually settled at a mediation, I really was impressed at how well prepared Jonathan was to take the case to trial. Lisa

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