Personal Injury

The aftermath of an injury can be more overwhelming than the accident itself.

Between dealing with insurance companies and mounting medical bills, it's hard to know what the right next step is. If you or a loved one was hurt because of someone else's carelessness, you have options — and you don't have to sort them out alone.

At the Law Offices of Mark Schaffner, P.C., I provide experienced representation to injured people throughout the Chicago area. I'll walk you through the process, gather the records and evidence, and work to pursue the compensation you're owed. You shouldn't have to pay for an injury someone else caused.

Accidents I handle

My personal injury practice covers motor vehicle accidents — including car, truck, and motorcycle collisions — as well as slip-and-fall and other premises injuries, and other injuries that happen because someone else was careless. If you're not sure whether you have a case, the simplest thing to do is ask.

How I can help

As your attorney, I take the lead so you can focus on recovering. I'll listen to what happened, build a strategy around your goals, handle the insurance companies, and keep you informed at every step.

Before you speak with an insurance adjuster or accept an offer, it's worth a conversation. What you say early on can affect what you're able to recover later. Your first consultation is free and there's no obligation.

Settlement or trial

Most injury claims are resolved through a negotiated settlement, and I press hard to reach a fair one. But I prepare every case as though it may go to court. When an insurer won't pay what your case is worth, I'm ready to file suit and take it to trial — and that readiness is often what moves them to make a fair offer in the first place.