Personal Injury & Car Accidents Attorney in Illinois

The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C.

71 North Ottawa Street
Joliet, Illinois 60432
USA

(815) 726-0100

(630) 571-0101

www.zayedlaw.com

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At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., our personal injury attorneys take pride in helping injured people and their families receive the compensation they need to recover. Being involved in an accident is one of the hardest experiences a person and his family can go through. Knowing that you are in expert hands can give you the peace of mind you deserve. We know that each victim's case is completely unique. Therefore, we are dedicated to giving you the individual attention you deserve. Our foremost goal is justice for injured people and their families—that includes the full and fair compensation needed for recovery from personal injuries.

The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. was founded in order to ensure that injured people obtain the compensation that they need. Our Illinois personal injury and business law firm is focused on providing exceptional client service and zealous representation of our clients' interests. We understand the issues involved in recovering from a serious injury or coping with the loss of a loved one — the uncertainty, the stress, the concern over the payment of the bills and accessing appropriate medical treatment. Our intention is to assist victims as they struggle to stabilize their lives after a traumatic experience.

At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. we are grateful to serve the Chicago community by skilled, ethical and caring practice of the law. It is our mission to provide you with peace of mind regarding your legal claim and satisfaction that you chose the right law firm. Whether you are dealing with a permanent disabling injury after a truck accident or a fall on someone else's property, we are dedicated to helping you pursue justice and providing you with the support you need at every stage of the legal process. Our practice represents a broad range of business clientele, from small business owners to national corporations. We provide business counsel in matters ranging from business formation and appropriate entity establishment to business disputes and business litigation.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Highway Accidents; Hospital Negligence; Emergency Room Errors; Nursing Errors; Anesthesia Error; Drunk Driving Accident; Under-Insured Accident; Bone Fractures; Paralysis

Practice Areas Description

At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., we represent clients who have been seriously injured in personal injury accidents that include:

- Truck Accidents

Trucks fully loaded can weigh up to ten times the weight of a car. When a truck strikes a car or there is a tractor-trailer rollover, the people in the car are susceptible to serious injury. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., in Oak Brook, Illinois, we offer hardworking, professional and caring representation of our clients' rights. We are here to do the legwork and do whatever it takes to assist you in obtaining compensation for your injuries.

- Car Accidents/Motor Vehicle Collisions

For many people who have been injured in an accident caused by another, they do not even think about trying to get compensation. They do not realize they are entitled to compensation for the replacement of their vehicle and other material damage. They are also entitled to compensation for other things that they have lost, including lost wages, medical bills, future medical bills, pain and suffering or loss of enjoyment of life. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. in Oak Brook, Illinois, we are here to protect the rights of the injured.

- Boating Accidents

Boat operators and owners must exercise the highest levels of care to prevent injuries to swimmers, passengers and other boats. The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. represents victims in the Chicago, Illinois area who have suffered personal injuries due to boat accidents and boat collisions. We are prepared to litigate boating accident cases involving several types of watercraft, including: Speedboat accidents; Motorboat accidents; Cabin cruiser accidents; Ferries; Personal watercraft (jet ski) accidents; Sailboats; Tour boats; Falls overboard.

- Highway Accidents

Construction on Chicago roadways can contribute to accidents when people are driving too fast for the condition of the highway. And highway accidents also tend to be more serious in nature because of the high speeds involved. at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. have a special understanding of the issues that Chicago drivers face with regard to the myriad construction projects ongoing year round, on I-94, I-90, I-290, and the Eisenhower Turnpike. Whether your accident caused catastrophic injury or was simply a fender bender with minor injuries such as whiplash or soft tissue injury, we can help you exercise your rights to obtain compensation for your medical expenses, the cost of replacing your vehicle and damages related to pain and suffering.

- Motorcycle Accidents

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle ownership is increasing every year. However, this means that there is an increase in the number of accidents as well. The size of motorcycles exacerbates the risk of catastrophic physical and financial losses. In fact, in the last ten years, motorcycle fatalities have nearly doubled. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. we provide vigorous representation to those involved in a motorcycle accidents. We will protect your rights in the event of injury.

- Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice involves a medical professional who breached the standard of care and did something wrong. It can also involve a hospital in which you received negligent care. As a medical malpractice law firm, our firm represents clients who have been injured as a result of a doctor, nurse or hospital mistake. Our Oak Brook, Illinois, law office is committed to pursuing justice and to helping lay the foundation for recovery for injured clients and their families by seeking to obtain full and fair financial compensation for injuries suffered.

- Surgical Error

There can be many causes for surgical errors including inexperience, inattention or negligence. Common types of surgery errors that we handle include: Failure to treat complications of surgery; Unnecessary surgery; Failure to monitor breathing; Anesthesia errors; Leaving foreign objects inside the body during surgery; Spinal fusion; Neurological surgery; Orthopedic surgery; Cosmetic procedures; Gastric bypass surgery; Heart surgery. Recovering full compensation can be extremely difficult in surgical error cases without the help of an experienced medical malpractice attorney.

- Train Accidents & FELA

With the sheer number of railroad lines operating in Illinois, trains present a more pressing risk than the public may be aware. We are experts in laws pertaining to railroad negligence, including the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). We pursue litigation against those responsible for railroad negligence including railroad companies, contractors and those who may be individually responsible including conductors or inspectors. The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. provides vigorous, dedicated and experienced litigation to those involved in train accidents.

- Aviation Litigation

In comparison with other types of transportation, aviation accidents are more certain to lead to catastrophic injury or even death. The most common causes of airplane crashes and other types of aviation accidents are: Pilot negligence; Air traffic controller negligence; Pilot error; Manufacturer's negligence; Engine design problems; Faulty equipment; Structural or design problems; Weather. The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. is one of the fastest growing aviation litigation practices in the nation. We have access to a network of experts that will get to the bottom of any aviation disaster.

- Construction Accidents

Construction sites are dangerous by nature. Whether the construction is on a home or a large office development, workers are around large equipment and dangerous tools. If you have been injured as a result of a company's negligence, you may have a right to obtain medical expenses and other expenses over and above a worker's compensation claim. If another company other than your employer was at fault in the accident, this law can help you bring forth a personal injury claim against those who caused your injury. This is called third-party liability.

- Premises Liability

Premises liability can encompass claims from injuries caused by falling on snow and ice that has not been shoveled. Serious injury can be caused from falling cranes, manhole covers not properly closed or poorly installed scaffolding at construction sites. Industrial gas leaks can also lead to serious injury. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., in Oak Brook, Illinois, we assist clients in seeking compensation for injuries that people have suffered as a result of a premises liability.

- Animal Attacks

Dog bites can arise from a multitude of situations. These are some of the most common: Dog bite injury on private property; Leash law violations; Attacks resulting from inadequate fencing; Escaped animals; Dog bites involving injuries suffered in public areas. Dog bites and animal attacks can be traumatic and can cause serious injuries. Laws concerning animal bites vary on a state by state and area by area basis. The complexities involved in local and state laws make it wise to talk to a skilled attorney at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. to help you receive just compensation for your animal attack injuries.

- Product Liability

At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., in Oak Brook, Illinois, we pursue justice on behalf of men, women and children who have been seriously injured by defective or dangerous products. This firm also represents clients who have suffered a workplace injury as a result of unguarded machinery or other unsafe work conditions, including defective construction equipment. Our principal attorney takes pride in knowing that he is not only helping individuals harmed through no fault of their own, but that he is also helping to stop future harm from bad products.

- Wrongful Death

Illinois's wrongful death laws mandates men and women and families who have lost loved ones to receive compensation for losses, which may include medical bills, lost wages, lost future expected income, costs of a funeral, and other losses for survivors. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., in Oak Brook, Illinois, we can help you get to the bottom of what happened. If wrongful action was involved, we can vigorously pursue compensation on your behalf and on behalf of anyone else who suffered a serious injury.

- Failure to Diagnose

A misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis can be disastrous, especially in conditions involving cancer or heart disease. It can lower the quality of a life and can even lead to death. If you or a family member has been injured as a result of a doctor's failure to properly diagnose a medical condition, The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C can help. We will vigorously pursue your claim through personal injury claims, medical malpractice claims, and wrongful death claims.

- Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home abuse is one of the most serious and largely unreported crimes in America today. The negligence of nursing home staff members causes hundreds of thousands of injuries and deaths throughout the United States every year. The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. is dedicated to protecting the rights of nursing home residents and to confronting those responsible for nursing home negligence. Our attorney will look into all aspects of your case to make sure your family and loved ones get the justice they deserve.

- Bicycle Accidents

Bicycling can be a fun and healthy recreational activity for people throughout Chicago and Illinois. Riding a bicycle, however, is not without its dangers. When a car crashes into a bicycle, the person riding the bike is susceptible to serious injury even at relatively low speeds. Also, injuries related to bike accidents can be very severe because bike riders do not have much protection from cars. Roughly one in eight reported bicycle accidents involve a brain injury. The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. represent bike riders who have been injured in accidents with cars and other motor vehicles.

- Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians have absolutely no protection from serious injuries suffered in a car crash. Very often, pedestrian accidents are the product of negligent and careless operators of cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles. There are several factors that lead to an increased risk of accidents to pedestrians and people who are walking down the street. If you have been injured while walking because of a driver who did not obey traffic laws, you may be entitled to compensation. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. our personal injury attorneys seek the facts that will ensure a strong legal claim on your behalf.

- Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic personal injuries or “serious injuries” are differentiated from other injuries because of their permanent and debilitating nature. A serious personal injury accident can cause permanent disability and lifelong consequences. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic personal injury due to the negligence of another person, the Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. can help you and your loved ones pursue justice and the compensation you deserve. We also seek to provide the support you need to focus on recovery and to get through the difficult aftermath of a bad injury.

- Birth Injury

In the United States, thousands of mothers suffer from complications during pregnancy and delivery that result in birth injury every year. Injuries can be temporary or permanent in nature. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., our attorneys are experienced and qualified to litigate birth injury cases. Our Chicago attorneys will ensure that birth injury clients receive the compensation deserved and that the best quality of life is available for children suffering from these injuries.

- Anesthesia Error

Anesthesia errors can be made by any number of medical professionals including but not limited to anesthesiologists and nurses. The essential first step before applying anesthesia is to review patient history, select the appropriate anesthesia, and to determine the accurate dosage. An experienced attorney at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. will be able to marshal the facts of your case in order to command insurance companies to pay you or your family member the compensation you deserve.

- Drunk Driving Accident

Drunk driving and driving while intoxicated is a crime. The victims of drunk driving accidents also have civil remedies available as well. Our Chicago, Illinois drunk driving accident lawyers will make it their goal to pursue the maximum compensation available under the laws in the United States. The drunk driving accident attorneys at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. take special care in fighting for clients who have been seriously injured or killed because of a drunk driving accident.

- Under-Insured Accident

We represent people who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents. If you or a family member were injured in an Illinois or Chicago area car accident and the driver at fault did not have auto-insurance, you will still have avenues of recovery. Your insurance company will be obligated to provide coverage for your injuries. The extent of the coverage will be defined by your insurance policy. An experienced attorney at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. will be able to leverage their experience into obtaining the full compensation you or your family member deserves.

- Bone Fractures

Bone fractures are the most common form of orthopedic injuries suffered as a result of car and motor vehicle accidents. Bone fractures can range anywhere from a broken finger to a broken spine. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C., we represent clients who have suffered from fractures and broken bones in accidents. Our Oak Brook, Illinois personal injury attorney will fight to ensure that your rights are protected in the event of a broken bone.

- Paralysis

There are no words to describe the pain and grief associated with paralysis or a severe back, neck or spinal injury. If you or a family member has been the victim of paralysis, paraplegia or quadriplegia, a Chicago area lawyer at The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. will work with you to seek compensation for your medical expenses, long term health care, and loss of wages and future income as a result of your injury.

- Burn Injuries

Burn injuries can be some of the most painful injuries from which a person can suffer. Burn injuries usually affect the skin, but on rare occasion deeper tissues such as muscle, bone, and blood vessels can be injured. Burn injuries can also cause severe scarring and disfigurement that may last a lifetime. At The Law Offices of Adam J. Zayed, P.C. we handle catastrophic burn injury cases in Chicago and throughout Illinois, including: Explosions; Electrical Burns; Thermal burns; Chemical burns; Electrical burns; Scalding.