Chicago Auto Accident Lawyer

An auto accident occurs on a major highway in the United States approximately every 10 seconds. In addition, there are thousands of other accidents involving trains, buses, or other forms of public transportation every year. If you or members of your family have suffered personal injury because of the negligent or reckless behavior of another driver, you need an experienced Chicago trial attorney to help you get full and fair compensation for your losses.

Gerald T. Donoghue is rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell and has over 25 years of trial experience. Martindale-Hubbell rates over 100,000 lawyers nationwide. The AV rating is the highest rating possible under the Martindale-Hubbell rating system. The AV rating represents “very high to preeminent legal abilities” and the highest ethical standards. Less than 9% of the lawyers in the United States are rated AV. At the Law Office of Gerald T. Donoghue, in Chicago, Illinois, we specialize in representing individuals with serious personal injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. We represent clients throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, including Cook County, Lake County, Will County and DuPage County.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

We represent clients injured in all types of motor vehicle accidents, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, and semi-truck or 18-wheeler collisions. We advocate on behalf of bicyclists and pedestrians injured in collisions with motor vehicles.

Railroad Accidents

We have significant experience representing victims of train and railroad accidents. We have extensive knowledge of FELA (Federal Employers’ Liability Law) and can help you obtain full and fair compensation for your railroad accident injury.

Public Transportation Accidents

We provide legal counsel to victims of public transportation accidents, including trains and buses. Chicago has many public transportation options, such as buses, trains, rapid transit, the L, subway, CTA, Metra, and RTA. If you or loved ones have been seriously injured because of the negligence of a public transportation employee or company, we will help you obtain full and fair compensation for your losses.

We also handle cases for people injured by boats or boating accidents.

The sooner you involve Gerald T. Donoghue in your case, the better your chances for a positive outcome. We have the experience and the litigation skill to work with the insurance companies to get compensation for you that is commensurate with your level of need. We take immediate action to secure compensation for your short and long-term medical needs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

We have the resources to thoroughly investigate your case, go to the scene of the accident to review the event, interview witnesses, and establish your cause of action. We learn whether the other driver was reckless or drunk, ran a stop sign, was speeding or not paying attention, or had failed to maintain equipment properly.

The Law Office of Gerald T. Donoghue is dedicated to assisting people restore their lives, both economically and emotionally, after suffering a serious personal injury. We help our clients recover full and fair compensation for their injuries. We have a record of success and a commitment to obtain the best possible result in every case.

Our clients receive superior legal service and personal, individual attention. Mr. Donoghue will be the attorney working on your case from start to finish. We offer a free initial consultation, and we will meet with you at your convenience - at your home or in your hospital room if necessary.

We represent all personal injury victims on a contingent fee basis. If we do not recover compensation for your injuries, we will not charge you a fee.

Contact me, an experienced Chicago auto accident lawyer, for a free initial consultation. We offer evening and weekend appointments upon special request.