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Trusted Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers
Willens & Baez Personal Injury Lawyers. has been a trusted advocate for injury victims in Chicago for over 25 years. Our firm combines deep legal expertise with a client-first philosophy, prioritizing personalized attention and relentless representation. With a proven track record of securing over $500 million in recoveries, including numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, we specialize in complex personal injury and medical malpractice cases.Our attorneys, including nationally recognized leaders like Matthew Willens, bring unique insights from prior experience representing insurance companies, giving us strategic advantages in negotiations and litigation. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients face no financial risk until we win their case.
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Car Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Birth Injuries
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Construction Accidents
Dog Bites
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in personal injury litigation
- Contingency fee basis: No payment until we win
- Former insurance company representatives on our team
- Over $500 million recovered for clients
- Recognized in National Law Journal's Top 100 Verdicts
What people say
Millions recovered
Award-winning attorneys
No upfront fees
Client-first approach
Insurance experience advantage
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Car Accident Representation
Our car accident attorneys handle cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and wrongful death. We investigate collisions caused by distracted driving, speeding, and impaired motorists. With expertise in Illinois traffic laws, we negotiate with insurers and litigate when necessary to cover medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering for clients across Chicago.
Medical Malpractice
We represent victims of surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and birth injuries. Our team analyzes medical records, consults healthcare experts, and pursues compensation for additional treatments and long-term care needs. Specializing in complex cases involving hospitals and specialists, we've secured millions in settlements for clients affected by preventable medical errors.
Wrongful Death Claims
We support families who've lost loved ones due to negligence, whether from truck accidents, medical malpractice, or premises liability. Our attorneys handle probate court filings, calculate future financial losses, and pursue punitive damages when applicable. We've recovered over $15 million in specific verdicts for grieving families needing financial security.
Truck Accident Litigation
Our firm investigates collisions involving 18-wheelers and commercial trucks, addressing factors like driver fatigue and cargo violations. We identify all liable parties including trucking companies and parts manufacturers. With experience in federal transportation regulations, we secure compensation for catastrophic injuries and property damage across Illinois highways.
Motorcycle Accident Cases
We advocate for motorcyclists injured by negligent drivers, challenging insurance company biases against riders. Our team reconstructs accident scenes, documents road rash and spinal injuries, and pursues full compensation for helmet damage, medical bills, and lost income. We've secured $2.25 million in specific wrongful death settlements for motorcycle crash victims.
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Matthew Willens
Founding Attorney
Recognized as a Top 100 Illinois Super Lawyer, Matthew Willens has 30+ years of experience in personal injury law. Former insurance company executive with expertise in complex litigation, featured in National Law Journal's Top 100 Verdicts. Leads the firm's most challenging cases.
David Baez
Founding Attorney
Former defense attorney with insider knowledge of insurance tactics. Specializes in medical malpractice and birth injury cases. Instrumental in securing $15.8 million verdict for traumatic brain injury victim. Provides strategic counsel on case valuations.
Nancy Luchini
Senior Attorney
Focuses on wrongful death and premises liability cases. Recognized for nursing home abuse litigation. Manages complex evidence in construction accident claims. Brings 20 years of trial experience to the firm's personal injury team.
David B. Menchetti
Lead Trial Attorney
Specializes in truck accident litigation and product liability cases. Former insurance adjuster background aids in negotiating with carriers. Successfully litigated multiple cases involving defective vehicle components and commercial transportation negligence.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, truck accidents, and premises liability. Our Chicago attorneys specialize in complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and catastrophic losses.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fees come from the settlement or verdict amount, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial situation.
What compensation can I recover?
Victims may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. In wrongful death cases, families can claim funeral costs and lost financial support. We calculate both current and future damages.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Illinois provides two years from accident date for personal injury claims. Missing this deadline typically bars recovery. Contact us immediately to preserve evidence and meet all legal deadlines.
Do you handle cases against insurance companies?
Yes, we have extensive experience countering insurance tactics. Our attorneys negotiate from positions of strength, leveraging trial experience to secure fair settlements without unnecessary delays or lowball offers.
Can I afford legal representation?
Absolutely. Our contingency fee model means no upfront costs. We advance all case expenses, only collecting fees after successfully recovering compensation through settlement or trial verdict.
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