Being injured by a drunk driver is infuriating — and you deserve more than just your medical bills covered. In Illinois, drunk driving accident victims can pursue punitive damages on top of full compensatory damages. Our attorneys fight for everything you're owed.
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Illinois law allows victims of drunk driving accidents to pursue punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Punitive damages are designed to punish the drunk driver for reckless conduct — and can significantly increase the total value of your claim. Our Chicago drunk driving accident attorneys know exactly how to build these cases and present them for maximum impact.
Many victims wait for the criminal DUI case to conclude before pursuing a civil claim — this is a costly mistake. The civil case proceeds independently, and waiting can cause you to lose critical evidence and miss deadlines. A DUI conviction is powerful evidence in your civil case, but it's not required for you to win compensation. Our attorneys pursue both tracks simultaneously to protect your rights.
Our network of Chicago attorneys handles every variation of this case type. Call now or submit below for a free case review.
Standard drunk driving crashes causing injuries to other drivers, passengers, or pedestrians.
Intoxicated drivers striking pedestrians — punitive damages strongly available.
Cyclists injured by intoxicated drivers on Chicago roads and bike lanes.
Illinois law allows claims against establishments that over-served the drunk driver.
Accidents caused by minors who were served or given alcohol — additional liability.
Truck drivers, bus drivers, and other commercial operators driving intoxicated.
Prior DUI convictions strengthen punitive damage claims significantly.
Families of victims killed by drunk drivers — maximum justice pursued aggressively.
Our attorneys fight for every category of damages available under Illinois law. Don't settle for less than you deserve.
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Illinois has strict statutes of limitations. The sooner you act, the stronger your case.