At the personal injury law firm of Lane & Lane, LLC, we live by the ideal of doing the right thing. Our attorneys represent plaintiffs who have been injured by acts of negligence—whether that takes the form of a car accident, medical malpractice, or a slip-and-fall, we strive to achieve justice for our clients through obtaining financial compensation to cover their damages and losses. We believe in doing what’s right, and that motivates everything we do. Our Chicago personal injury lawyers take care of their clients. Working with our firm means that you’ll never have to question the motives of your attorney. We’re here to help you recover the most compensation possible—because that’s what it will take for you to make your recovery.
People who have experienced the horrors of sexual abuse are left feeling depressed, anxious, detached, and empty. The recovery process can be a long and exhausting one, but when survivors begin to rebuild their lives, they ignite a path to empowered.Many sexual abuse survivors find a sense of healing in being able to bring their abuser to justice. If you or someone you love has been victimized, you may be feeling as though you’re ready to stand up and fight to hold your abuser accountable. One of the best ways you could accomplish this...Continue Reading...
Everyone knows accidents happen every day. In every industry, no one is above making a mistake. But in the healthcare industry, when a mistake is made, it can cost someone their life. Medical malpractice is more common than you might think. So common that the majority of healthcare providers are protected by malpractice insurance. Unfortunately, the insurance company doesn’t care about the needs of the injury victim, and often the amount they are willing to settle for is far less than a victim deserves. If this sounds like what you’re...Continue Reading...
After being seriously injured in an accident, you feel overwhelmed and confused on what your next steps should be. If this sounds like what you’re going through, you’re not alone. A reputable Chicago personal injury lawyer may be able to help you through this difficult time in your life. But, how will you know whether you should contact a personal injury lawyer? Below, we answer this pressing question and provide more information about when reaching out to a lawyer may be in your best interests. Most Common Types of Personal...Continue Reading...
When traumatic accidents occur, it’s essential to determine who’s responsible for causing the damage. If the liable parties aren’t identified, injured victims can’t recover compensation. Although some accidents have obvious culprits, other accidents are more complex and take time to prove negligence. Occasionally, the injured victim can share fault in causing the accident.If you were injured in an accident but were also partially responsible for causing it, you shouldn’t back away from pursuing a settlement. Most states...Continue Reading...
Accidents happen every day throughout the country, and when negligence causes these accidents, they can result in personal injury lawsuits. Understanding the most common accidents that occur in personal injury law can be insightful because it shows where negligence is occurring most often and how this negligence contributes to injuries. Chicago is one of the biggest cities in the U.S., so Chicago’s trends likely follow statistical trends nationwide. If you’ve been injured in an accident and believe someone else was responsible for your...Continue Reading...
