Injury Lawyer Evanston
Serious Injuries Deserve Focused Legal Help
A sudden personal injury from a crash, fall, or work accident can disrupt every part of your life. Medical bills pile up, missed work creates added stress, and insurance companies may start contacting you before you fully understand your injuries. In these moments, clear legal guidance matters.
At , we represent people injured in vehicle collisions, construction accidents, unsafe property incidents, and product-related accidents in Evanston and nearby areas. Led by Illinois trial lawyer James J. Morici Jr., our team has handled personal injury and workers’ compensation cases since 1998, helping clients protect their rights, avoid costly mistakes, and pursue compensation for the full impact of their injuries.
Speak with an Injury Lawyer Evanston residents can trust for clear guidance after a serious accident. Contact today for a free consultation and learn how we can help protect your rights and pursue compensation.
Why Injured People Choose Our Firm
Types of Injury Cases We Handle
- Car & truck accidents: Fractures, brain injuries, spinal harm
- Construction accidents: Crane accidents, falls from heights, forklift injuries, roofing and scaffolding accidents, and serious injuries that need experienced legal help
- Product injuries: Defective machinery or unsafe consumer products
- Premises accidents: Falls on stairs, walkways, or poorly maintained property
- Work-related injuries: Including third-party negligence
Many of these injuries happen during everyday activities in and around Evanston, including driving, visiting local businesses, or working on construction and renovation projects. Because each case type involves different legal and insurance issues, it is important to work with lawyers who know how to identify all possible sources of compensation.
In construction and work-related injury cases, we also look at whether someone other than your employer may be responsible, such as a contractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer. This can be especially important because a third-party claim may allow recovery beyond what workers’ compensation provides.
What To Do After an Accident
- Get medical care promptly
- Take photos and gather witness info
- Report the incident to authorities or property owners
- Track work loss and expenses
- Contact an attorney before speaking to insurance
After an accident, getting prompt medical care is important for both your health and your claim because medical records help connect your injuries to the incident. It also helps to preserve information about what happened, including photos, expenses, missed work, and changes in your condition, so you have clear documentation of how the accident has affected your life.
How Our Evanston Injury Attorneys Help
Our Evanston injury attorneys investigate incidents, document losses, and advocate for clients at every stage. We gather police and incident reports, photographs, medical records, and employment information, consulting when needed to clarify how injuries affect your life. We handle workers’ compensation claims, third-party claims, and identify responsible parties, presenting cases to insurers and preparing each matter as if it could go to court. We also guide clients through the types of workers’ compensation benefits they may be entitled to.
When we take on a new case, we start by listening to your account, reviewing your documents, and identifying the key issues early. We then build a strategy for gathering evidence, consulting the right professionals when needed, and responding to insurance disputes. We keep clients informed throughout the process, offer free initial consultations, handle cases on a contingency fee basis, and stay prepared to go to court if a fair settlement is not offered.
Compensation Available in Evanston Injury Cases
Illinois Deadlines and Where Evanston Cases Are Filed
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does It Cost To Hire Your Firm?
We offer free consultations for injury cases, and clients do not pay attorney fees up front. Our cases are generally handled on a contingency fee, which means our fee is a percentage of the recovery. We explain the structure in detail before you decide whether to move forward.
How Do I Know If My Injury Case Is Strong?
The strength of a case depends on liability, the nature of your injuries, and available insurance. During a consultation, we review what happened, your medical treatment, and any documents you have. Our attorneys then explain potential options so you can understand whether a claim is worth pursuing.
Will I Work Directly With an Attorney on My Case?
Yes, our goal is to ensure that clients have real access to their attorney. We limit the number of cases we accept so that our lawyers can stay involved in your matter, answer your questions, and guide important decisions, with support from a professional team where appropriate.
How Long Can an Evanston Injury Case Take?
The timeline varies based on the complexity of the case, the severity of injuries, and how insurers respond. Some matters resolve in months, while others take longer if litigation is necessary. We keep you updated about progress and discuss timing as your case develops under Illinois procedures.
What Will Your Team Actually Handle for Me?
Our team investigates the incident, gathers records, consults medical professionals, communicates with insurance companies, evaluates settlement offers, and prepares for trial when needed. We handle the legal and claims process so you can focus on healing. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury in Evanston, Morici, Longo & Associates can review your situation, answer questions, and explain how an experienced accident attorney can help you pursue compensation.
Get help from an Injury Lawyer Evanston injury victims can rely on after a crash, fall, or work accident. Contact today for a free consultation and experienced guidance on your next steps.
Client Reviews
Real Stories from Real People
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"Excellent law firm."
Excellent law firm. The service was very good. My lawyer handled my cases, Brian and the Spanish-speaking assistant Lupe. My result was very favorable. I am quite satisfied.- Sylvia -
"Morici, Longo & Associates are the best personal injury and workers' comp attorneys in the industry!"
Morici, Longo & Associates are the best personal injury and workers' comp attorneys in the industry! Brian Shallcross and his team took great care of me. They always answered any questions or concerns I had and walked me through the whole process. Brian settled my case and got me the most compensation for my injury. I highly recommend Morici, Longo & Associates. They will be by your side every step of the way and get you the highest settlement possible!- Augusto G. -
"If your looking for experienced, dedicated, firm that will treat you right ... Hire these guys!!"
If your looking for experienced, dedicated, firm that will treat you right ... Hire these guys!! They fought for me and made sure I was being treated fair, got me justice , and this was some 20 years ago. As I had a situation that arose, I recently called to speak to James, He remembered me, and we talked like we were family, he gave me a few points that helped and would help if he could, but my situation wasn't valid .. I always tell friends that if they need an attorney, I give them this firms number!!! Super nice people, AAA+++- Joe M.
Help We Offer
Areas of Practice
Hundreds of Millions Recovered for Our Clients
We Get the Results You Deserve
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$15,000,000 Settlement-Construction Site Crane Accident
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$9,000,000 Settlement- Industrial Incident
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$7,500,000 Settlement-Chicago Construction Site Injury
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$5,000,000 Settlement-Amputation Case
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$4,900,000 Settlement-Refinery Accident
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$3,510,000 Settlement- Wrongful Death Fedex Worker
Cook County Jury Returns $3,510,000 Wrongful Death Verdict for Family of 20-year old FedEx Worker Run Over by Commercial Truck