Chicago Personal Injury Attorneys
Powerhouse Representation to Help You Get Back on Your Feet
No one can prepare for the moment an accident strikes. Although accidents happen, some incidents can cause substantial injuries and other losses for the victims. These losses can inflict great pain and suffering on victims, resulting in job loss, high medical bills, loss of future earnings, mental anguish, and much more.
For these reasons, negligence and wrongdoings should not be unaccounted for, which is why our Chicago personal injury attorneys are here to help hold the responsible party accountable for causing your injuries.
Whether you are a victim of medical malpractice, railroad accidents, motor vehicle collisions, and other accidents, you can count on Cogan & Power, P.C. to stand up for what you deserve. Through tireless negotiations and strict focus, we can help you achieve a favorable settlement to help you move forward. Rest assured that we are well-qualified to handle even the most complex cases, as our Chicago personal injury lawyers have achieved groundbreaking settlements for our clients.
One particular case we are proud of is one where we achieved a $41 million settlement on behalf of a client who became paralyzed after being thrown out of a bar. Our team of dedicated Chicago personal injury attorneys fought to hold the bouncers responsible for their actions and prevailed.
Our Case Results
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Record-Setting $41 Million Personal Injury
Marine Corps veteran suffers broken neck and paralysis after bouncers forcibly removed him from bar.
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$33 Million Railroad Accident
Railroad Worker Suffers Double Leg Amputation
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$30 Million Birth Injury
$30 Million settlement for child that was injured as the result of negligence at birth and suffered severe and permanent brain injury. Suit was brought against the doctors and nurses and hospital where the child was delivered.
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$22.47 Million Railroad Accident
Amputation of Left Heel
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$16.3 Million Medical Malpractice
Baby suffers Cerebral Palsy, Seizures and Blindness
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$15.1 Million Medical Malpractice
Failure to Diagnose Leads to Stage IV Terminal Cancer
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$11.4 Million Medical Malpractice
Cervical Fusion Revision – Defective Pin Tip Device
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$11.1 Million Truck Accident
Van Collision Results in Spinal Injury
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$10 million Medical Malpractice
$10 Million dollar settlement for the family of a young boy that died of cancer as a result of physician’s failure to timely diagnose and treat.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Illinois?
According to the 735 Illinois Compiled Statutes section 5/13-202, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in the state of Illinois is two years. The statute of limitations is a law that determines how long injury victims have to file a claim to pursue compensation for their injuries before they lose their legal right to do so.
This means you have two years from the date your injury occurred to file, or you risk losing your right to do so. It’s important to note that there are exceptions that can change this time limit, so it’s important you speak to an experienced Chicago personal injury attorney about the specifics of your case as soon as possible.
Examples of some of these exceptions include:
- If the injury victim was a minor when the accident occurred
- If the alleged negligent party leaves the state of Illinois before a claim can be filed
The statute of limitations has a big impact on your ability to file a claim so it’s important to speak to an experienced lawyer about the specifics of your case as soon as possible. Cogan & Power, P.C. offers free, no-obligation consultations so you have nothing to lose by contacting our firm today!
Allow us to help you achieve a successful outcome in your situation as well. To schedule a free consultation and discuss your situation, contact our Chicago personal injury law firm online or at (312) 477-2500!
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"I can not speak highly enough"
I can not speak highly enough for the experience I have received from Cogan & Power Attorneys at Law. I was introduced to John Power through a mural friend. I was impressed from the very first phone call with John Power to us meeting through the pandemic. His professionalism and his medical knowledge is unbelievable… I have to say from that day moving forward John Power, Sara Davis and Kim Stefanek all put me at ease. My cases lasted just about 3 years and I was notified every step of the way on what was going forward and keeping me in the loop. John and Sara made sure that I was ready and comfortable for my Deposition, they made sure every stone was unturned! Kim Stefanek is one of their paralegals and she is awesome. I can go and I highly recommend Cogan & Power for your legal issues. John Power & Sara Davis are amazing attorneys and exceptional, caring, compassionate people!!
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The outcome was stupendous and they did a great job.- Marcie E.
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They exceeded my expectations helping me with my restitution.- Diane O.
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They had good attention to detail and had the ability to negotiate to the highest settlement in my case.- Amit T.
Our Philosophy
Understanding that our clients often are struggling with physical, financial, and emotional challenges, we are committed to providing the highest quality legal representation in an intimate and supportive environment. From the first phone call or visit, every client becomes a member of our professional family.
Our Chicago lawyers take a personal interest in every case and every client, and communicate directly with their clients, keeping them well-apprised of the progress of their case. Because we are a small firm that values collaboration, we draw on the unique skill and knowledge of each of our Chicago injury lawyers in every case.
Our collaboration provides each client with over 200 years of legal experience. Accordingly, our clients benefit from the advice and counsel of not just one partner, but multiple attorneys with diverse and targeted experience.
This collaboration also enables us to assemble a team of knowledgeable, highly qualified experts, physicians, and other consultants necessary to support claims involving medical malpractice, obstetrical negligence, trucking accidents, and personal injury.
Clients appreciate our Chicago attorneys' collaborative approach to legal representation because it allows us to provide small-firm personal attention with big-firm legal experience.
Free Consultation With No-Obligation
At Cogan & Power, one of our skilled Chicago injury attorneys will provide you with a no-cost, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. We will take the time to listen to your situation and learn more about what you hope to achieve.
And we take all cases on a contingency basis, which means you will not pay any fees unless we get you compensation. If you have been injured or a loved one has died as a result of negligence, do not delay.
Contact Cogan & Power, P.C. at (312) 477-2500 today to schedule an appointment with one of our dedicated Chicago personal injury attorneys. If you cannot come to our offices, we will come to you.
What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?
Cogan & Power is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.
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Collaborative Approach to Legal Representation
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Invested in Your Overall Well-Being
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If You Can't Come to Us, We Will Come To You
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You'll Communicate Directly With Our Partners
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Record-Setting Achievements Recovering Millions for Our Clients
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience
