Douglas Rallo

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Douglas Rallo

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Libertyville, IL
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Car Accidents, Personal Injury ... +2 more

215 E. Park Avenue, Suite B, Libertyville, IL

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About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 50%

$1.52 Million Dollar Workers' Compensation Settlement in 2018. Serious injuries. Serious lawyer. Great service. Solid results. 38 years experience. Compensacion de Trabajadores. The right lawyer DOES make a difference

50%
Car Accident 20%

Auto, car, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian accidents. Accidentes de Automovil, Motocicleta, Bicicleta o Peatonales. The right lawyer DOES make a difference.

20%
Animal and Dog Bites 10%

$555,000 Record-High Settlement for Dog Bite Fingertip Amputation in 2018. $250,000 Settlement for Dog Attack (no bites) causing Heart Attack. Mordidas De Perro. Llama a Douglas Rallo Ahora Mismo. The right lawyer DOES make a difference.

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

Motorcycle accidents are different than auto accidents. You understand that. Attorney Douglas Rallo understands that, too. Experienced motorcycle accident lawyer. The right lawyer DOES make a difference.

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Auto, car, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, boating and snowmobile accidents, nursing home negligence and medical malpractice. Accidentes de Automovil, Motocicleta. The right lawyer DOES make a difference.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 27 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1998

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 46 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1979

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Douglas Rallo, P.C.

215 E. Park Avenue, Suite B, Libertyville, IL, 60048

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Douglas Rallo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alex | March 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Not just an excellent lawyer but a genuine person who will always have your best interest in mind.

If you are reading these you are probably in limbo after an accident and looking for help to turn too. Let me tell you Rallo and his team have been great with me. Doug is a real and everyday person and will take your case personally to get you the best settlement. I was in a major highway crash about... a year and a half ago and underwent a splenic laceration and shoulder surgery. Doug had great recommendations for doctors and really guided me every step of the way and was very informative of our complicated legal system. He has also helped me in my personal life with some excellent business connections! Him and his team have had me in their best interest from start to finish and I believe they will do the same for you. I strongly recommend.

Posted by Darlene Shackelford | October 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Highly recommended!

Douglas Rallo is a lawyer who cares about you and is comprehensive in handling your situation. I have known Doug for many years. He represented me personally for an injury from an auto accident. He helped me through that episode and made sure I received care and was compensated adequately related t...o the injuries. As a nurse, I know how thorough he uses his knowledge of the law plus will obtain experts in other areas to assist as needed. He is personable and treats clients with respect.

Posted by Jeremy | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Doug did a great job

I contacted Doug about my workman comp case. He fully explained all my rights and what I should do next. He reviewed my weekly pay and found I was being paid too little and had it adjusted. Always made himself available to take a call and answer any questions I had. He made this a much easier experie...nce than I expected and was able to get me a good settlement. I would definitely recommend him for anyone looking for a good lawyer.

Douglas Rallo

Replied last July 16, 2024

Jeremy - it was an honor to be your lawyer. Thank you for your excellent review.

Posted by Celeste | May 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Car Accident

I recently had the opportunity to work with Doug Rallo on a car accident case, and I couldn't be happier with his expertise and dedication. Right from the start, Doug showed a remarkable level of attentiveness and professionalism. He went out of his way to ensure that every aspect of our case was han...dled meticulously. What impressed me the most was Doug's unwavering dedication to our case. He took the time to fully grasp our situation, patiently addressing any concerns or questions we had. His communication was timely and clear, keeping us updated at every step of the process. I particularly appreciated that we always communicated directly with him, without being passed off to an assistant or receptionist, which can happen with other attorneys. It's worth noting that Doug came highly recommended by a former coworker, and now I understand why. My only regret is not reaching out to Doug sooner. His expertise and guidance were invaluable throughout the legal proceedings. Following the accident, I felt overwhelmed and unsure of what to do, but Doug made the entire process stress-free and straightforward. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Doug Rallo to anyone seeking legal representation.

Douglas Rallo

Replied last July 16, 2024

Celeste, your extraordinary review is much appreciated. It's been an honor to represent you and your family in your auto accident case.

Posted by David Oliver | January 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Amazing Hard working Law firm . Thank you

My underage daughter as hit by a car while walking home from her Middle school . It was at a crosswalk where cars have to stop and this person did not stop while other cars where stopped already from other direction , he hit my daughter and sent her flying 10 feet . She had many cuts and bruises and ...suffered nerve damage in her arm . Douglas was amazing through this entire process . We had many challenges with this case and Douglas always had the solution. He worked very hard for us and got us an amazing settlement after tough negotiations with the insurance company . I would recommend this fantastic law firm for anyone needing a lawer for personal injury. Thank you so much Douglas

Douglas Rallo

Replied last July 16, 2024

Thank you, David, for your review. I'm glad we were able to help your daughter through her difficult accident situation, and get a great result for her. Best wishes to you and your daughter.

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Douglas Rallo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Touloupakis

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Doug Rallo is a professional, experienced, and talented workers' compensation attorney. I am very impressed with his vast knowledge of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act and Rules and at how detail oriented he is. I also appreciate the fact that he returns my calls and emails immediately and that he is a gentleman. I look forward to dealing with Doug again in the future."

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Thomas Nathan

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Doug for nearly 40 years. He is one of the most detail oriented advocates I have known. His commitment to his clients, and their cases is exemplary on a consistent basis. He is an excellent attorney. He works tirelessly on each case, working to obtain the best result possible."

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Erick Bohlman

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred numerous personal injury and workers compensation cases to Douglas Rallo. Every time, my clients have been happy with Doug. I hear reports that the is competent, professional and informative. Most importantly, he consistently gets great results. I will continue to refer my clients to him for these types of matters."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Who's Who in the World, Who's Who in the World - Marquis

2007

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2005

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2004

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2001

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2000

Kingston's National Registry of Who's Who, Kingston’s National Registry of Who’s Who, 2000 Edition (Life member No. 197632)

2000

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

1998

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

1996

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

1993

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

1991

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Owner, President, Attorney, Law Offices of Douglas Rallo,P.C.

Associations

1998 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

1985 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1979 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

1993 - 1994

Lake County Bar Association, Membership Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Sherrod v Berry, 629 F.Supp 159 (1985)

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Education

1978

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Montclair State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

College of Lake County

Workers Compensation Law

2016

Lou Brydges Show

Radio Interview, Law

2006

AFL-CI)

Workers Compensation Law

1994

Lake County Bar Association

Moderator & Lecturer, “Medical/Legal Seminar”

1989

Northwest Suburban Bar Association, McHenry County Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association

Lecturer, "Hedonic Damages in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation"

1989

Illinois State Bar Association

Lecturer, "Civil Practice and Procedure"

1989

Illinois State Bar Association

Lecturer, “Civil Practice and Procedure”

Publications

2016

University of Dayton Law Review Author, “Lawyer Gifts to Union Officials and the Steering of Injury Cases to Those Lawyers: Federal Criminal Law Implications”, University of Dayton Law Review, 40 U.Dayton L Rev. 445 (2016)

2005

Trial Journal (ITLA) Author, “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, an ‘Accidental’ Injury Under the Workers’ Compensation Act”, Trial Journal, Vol. 7, No. 1 (Winter 2005)

2002

AAJ Trial Insurance Write-Offs and the Collateral Source Rule

2002

Illinois Bar Journal Author, “Recovering Lost Earning Capacity Under the Workers’ Compensation Act”, 90 Illinois Bar Journal 348 (July 2002)

2001

Trial Journal (ITLA) Author, “Proof of Medical Expenses at Trial: Insurance ‘Write Offs’ and the Collateral Source Rule”, Trial Journal, Vol. 3, No. 2 (Summer, 2001)

1995

The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association Author, “Curative Admissibility: Two Wrongs Can Make a Right”, The Docket, Vol. 2, No. 10 (Oct. 1995); Lake County Bar Association

1995

The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association Author, “Perjury Statute Update: A New Supreme Court Interpretation of Materiality”, The Docket, Vol. 2, No. 7 (July 1995); Lake County Bar Association

1990

The Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Newsletter Author, “Hedonic Damages: Valuing the Enjoyment and Pleasure of Life in Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Litigation”, The Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Newsletter, Vol. 10, No. 1 (1990)

1989

Chicago Bar Record Author, “No Cure Yet for Spoliation of Patient Records”, 6 Chicago Bar Association Record, 29 (Oct. 1992)

Languages

Spanish

English

French

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