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Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates is recognized as one of the premier personal injury law firms in the city and throughout the state. Our team of experienced litigators has achieved the largest injury verdict in Illinois history, as well as what were the highest personal jury awards ever recovered for catastrophic injuries, such as back, neck, spinal cord, and brain injuries.
Our Chicago personal injury attorneys are passionate about protecting the rights and interests of the people we represent, and we pursue the maximum possible financial compensation in every case. If you or a loved one has suffered a severe injury as a result of an accident in Chicago, contact our personal injury attorneys to schedule a free consultation. Our experienced legal team can help you on your road to recovery. If you are an attorney looking to refer a client, friend, or family member who has been injured in Chicago or anywhere else in Illinois, we encourage you to learn more about our attorney referrals program.
Our Areas of Expertise
Protect Your Rights from Day One
When you're injured due to someone else’s negligence, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by paperwork, insurance adjusters, and confusing legal jargon. Our Illinois personal injury attorneys can ensure your rights are protected from the start—and that no one takes advantage of you while you’re vulnerable.
To Handle Insurance Companies—Who Also Have Lawyers
Insurance companies are not looking out for your best interests. They employ teams of experienced lawyers who work quickly to investigate, assess, and defend against your claim. These lawyers know how to minimize your settlement and may even use aggressive tactics to shift blame. Without your own attorney, you're at a significant disadvantage.
Our experienced attorneys understand the strategies used by insurance companies and will be proactive in gathering evidence, negotiating with the insurer, and ensuring that your rights are protected throughout the process.
No Need to Worry About Upfront Costs
Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything unless they win your case. This arrangement makes legal representation affordable and ensures that your attorney is fully motivated to get the best possible outcome for you.
Focus on Healing and We’ll Handle the Rest
You shouldn’t have to chase down paperwork or argue over payouts while recovering from an injury. Let us take care of the legal details so you can focus on what matters most: getting better.
Protect Your Rights from Day One
When you're injured due to someone else’s negligence, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by paperwork, insurance adjusters, and confusing legal jargon. A personal injury lawyer ensures your rights are protected from the start—and that no one takes advantage of you while you’re vulnerable.
To Handle Insurance Companies—Who Also Have Lawyers
Insurance companies are not looking out for your best interests. They employ teams of experienced lawyers who work quickly to investigate, assess, and defend against your claim. These lawyers know how to minimize your settlement and may even use aggressive tactics to shift blame. Without your own attorney, you're at a significant disadvantage.
Our experienced attorneys understand the strategies used by insurance companies and will be proactive in gathering evidence, negotiating with the insurer, and ensuring that your rights are protected throughout the process.
No Need to Worry About Upfront Costs
Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything unless they win your case. This arrangement makes legal representation affordable and ensures that your attorney is fully motivated to get the best possible outcome for you.
Focus on Healing and We’ll Handle the Rest
You shouldn’t have to chase down paperwork or argue over payouts while recovering from an injury. Let us take care of the legal details so you can focus on what matters most: getting better.
Timeless Expertise
Decades of Chicago Injury Expertise
Why Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates?
With over 350 years of combined trial experience, our team stands ready to bring formidable legal strength to your personal injury matter. Since our foundation in 1924 in Chicago, we have remained fiercely committed to representing individuals—not corporations—and have recovered more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for injured Illinois residents.
Our deep roots in the Chicago-area court system give us a unique advantage. We know how local insurance companies, defense firms, and the legal process operate in Cook County and beyond. That local expertise means your case is handled by attorneys who understand both the law and the community.
We also believe in making your recovery our priority—so you can focus on healing while we handle every legal hurdle. We take no fees unless we win and evaluate every case with an eye on whether it’s worth taking to trial. With us, you get a partner who fights hard to make sure you’re not taken advantage of by big insurance firms.
Your Legal Partner
SECURING JUSTICE
In representing our clients, our Chicago personal injury lawyers at Horwitz, Horwitz, & Associates will take all necessary steps to ensure
- Our attorneys will ensure critical evidence is identified and preserved and may also gather essential evidence to maximize compensation in a claim, including expert testimonies, video surveillance, accident reconstruction, and more.
- Our team will ensure you file your claim within the strict time limits.
- Our firm handles all cases on a contingency fee basis – meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
If you or a loved one has been seriously harmed due to the actions of another party, we encourage you to contact our Illinois personal injury attorneys immediately for a free and confidential office consultation in Chicago or Joliet.
Our attorneys also maintain regular office hours in union halls in communities across Illinois. Home and hospital visits are also available for those whose injuries may prevent them from traveling to our office.
GET THE COMPENSATION YOU DESERVE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
The attorneys at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates have significant trial experience and are not afraid to take your case to court if the insurance company does not treat you fairly.
Commonly asked questions about Chicago personal injuries
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still seek compensation if you were less than 50% at fault, but your award will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer in Chicago?
Most personal injury lawyers, including those at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you don’t pay unless we win your case. We also offer a free case evaluation to get started.
How long does a personal injury case in Chicago typically take?
It depends on the complexity of the case. Some settle in a few months, while others—especially those involving serious injuries or disputed liability—can take a year or more. Your attorney will work to resolve your claim as efficiently as possible without compromising your compensation.
Will my personal injury case go to trial?
Most personal injury claims are resolved through settlement. However, if a fair agreement can’t be reached, your attorney may recommend going to trial to fight for the compensation you deserve.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still seek compensation if you were less than 50% at fault, but your award will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer in Chicago?
Most personal injury lawyers, including those at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you don’t pay unless we win your case. We also offer a free case evaluation to get started.
How long does a personal injury case in Chicago typically take?
It depends on the complexity of the case. Some settle in a few months, while others—especially those involving serious injuries or disputed liability—can take a year or more. Your attorney will work to resolve your claim as efficiently as possible without compromising your compensation.
Will my personal injury case go to trial?
Most personal injury claims are resolved through settlement. However, if a fair agreement can’t be reached, your attorney may recommend going to trial to fight for the compensation you deserve.
