Hit by a Careless Driver?
From rear-end fender benders to catastrophic highway wrecks on I-88 and I-355, Marker Law builds the case that gets you paid in full.
We Handle Every Kind of Crash
Insurance carriers want to close your claim fast — and cheap. We refuse to let them. Marker Law investigates the scene, secures the medical record, and recovers your complete damages including: medical bills, lost income, past pain and suffering, future pain and suffering, future care, loss of normal life activities and more.
- Rear-end, T-bone and head-on collisions
- Distracted, drunk and drowsy driver crashes
- Hit-and-run and uninsured/underinsured motorist claims
- Multi-vehicle pileups on I-88, I-355 and I-294
- Rideshare (Uber / Lyft) passenger injuries
Don't Talk to Their Adjuster Alone
The at-fault driver's insurance company is not on your side. Anything you say can be used to cut your settlement. Never agree to give a recorded statement without speaking to an attorney first. Talk to Marker Law first — the call is free, and it's confidential.
Talk to an Attorney — Free ConsultWhat's My Auto Accident Case Worth?
Honestly? It depends — on your injuries, on who was at fault, and on the insurance available. Every case is unique, so the figures below are general guidance, not a promise. For a real answer, call us for a free evaluation.
Severity of Injuries
The more serious and lasting the injury, the higher the value. Minor strains settle for far less than a traumatic brain or spinal-cord injury. Your future health, ability to work, and enjoyment of life all count.
Liability & Fault
Illinois is a comparative-negligence state: your recovery drops by your share of fault, and if you are found more than 50% at fault you may recover nothing. Proving the other driver's fault is central.
Insurance Coverage
Your recovery is capped by the policy available. Illinois requires only $25,000 in minimum liability coverage — which is why carrying your own uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) coverage, ideally $100,000 or more, is strongly recommended.
Typical Settlement Ranges by Injury Type
Soft-Tissue Injuries
$2,000 – $25,000
Whiplash, sprains and strains that usually heal within weeks or months.
Broken Bones
$15,000 – $150,000+
Simple fractures $15K–$50K; compound fractures $50K–$150K; multiple fractures or those needing surgery $100K and up.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
$100,000 – several million
Long-term physical and cognitive effects, factoring in lost wages, ongoing care and diminished quality of life.
Spinal-Cord Injuries
Frequently $1 million+
Paralysis and lifetime costs the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation estimates at $1.2M–$5.1M.
Do most cases settle or go to trial?
Most auto-accident cases settle before trial — only about 4–5% of personal-injury cases go to trial, and auto-accident plaintiffs prevail in roughly 61% of verdicts (Forbes Advisor; U.S. Department of Justice). Settling saves time, expense and stress — but when an insurer simply won't pay a fair amount, we will take your case to trial to pursue the maximum justice you deserve.
These ranges are general information only, not a prediction of your result. Every case is different, and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Get a free case evaluation.
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