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What Makes a Good Medical Malpractice Attorney in Illinois?

Written by: Michael J. Helfand

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Posted over 2 years ago. Applies to Illinois, 1 helpful vote, 0 comments

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Medical malpractice cases are complex, time consuming and expensive. It makes sense to hire an attorney who knows what they're doing. Medical malpractice attorneys are paid on a contingency basis, meaning that it costs you nothing unless you win (at trial or in settlement). You can afford the best attorney out there.

Reputation

As with any profession, attorneys with good reputations have a head start. A well-respected medical malpractice attorney likely has established relationships with insurance companies, experts and judges. These relationships can work to your advantage.

Resources

Medical malpractice lawsuits are expensive because of the time involved and the need for medical experts. In medical malpractice, it's common for attorneys and firms to cover all the costs of litigation upfront, including experts. You should find a firm that can afford to take on these costs. An attorney or firm with enough financial resources will not be tempted to settle your case early for less than it's worth just to get paid sooner.

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Many attorneys take medical malpractice cases, but we only recommend those with proven track records of success. When you call, we'll treat you like family and refer you to someone who we're confident can help you.

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