A serious accident can upend your life in an instant, leaving you with medical bills, missed work, and questions about who will be held responsible. If you were hurt in a crash, a fall, or a medical error in Aurora, you may have a claim for compensation against the people or companies responsible for your injuries.
At Duncan Law Group, our personal injury attorneys represent injured people and grieving families throughout Aurora and Kane County. Led by Attorney Robert Duncan, our firm brings over 100 years of combined legal experience in state and federal courts to every case. Call (312) 202-3283 to talk with our team about your options.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Aurora
We represent Aurora clients in a wide range of serious injury matters, including the following.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car, truck, and motorcycle crashes are among the most common causes of serious injuries in the Aurora area. Our car accident team investigates how the crash happened, identifies every responsible party, and pursues compensation for your medical care, lost income, and the ways the injury has changed your daily life.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrians and cyclists have no protection when a vehicle strikes them, so these collisions often cause severe injuries. We pursue claims against negligent drivers and, when road conditions or poor design played a role, against the parties responsible for them.
Wrongful Death
When negligence causes a loved one’s death, the personal representative of their estate may bring a wrongful death claim for the benefit of their surviving spouse and next of kin. We help families pursue compensation for losses such as financial support and companionship.
Medical Malpractice
We handle claims involving misdiagnosis, surgical errors, delayed treatment, and other harm caused by care that falls below the applicable medical standard. We work with qualified medical experts to evaluate what happened and whether it supports a claim.
Some injuries have lasting effects on a person’s health, independence, and ability to work. We evaluate both immediate losses and future needs, including medical care, rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and changes to daily life.
Premises Liability
Property owners and occupiers generally owe lawful visitors a duty of reasonable care. We represent people injured when dangerous property conditions or negligent security measures cause harm.
Product Liability
Defective products, from faulty vehicle parts to dangerous medical devices, can cause serious injuries. We pursue claims against manufacturers, distributors, and others in the supply chain when a defect harms someone.
Catastrophic Injuries That Can Change Everything After an Aurora Accident
Some injuries change a person's life permanently. Those cases call for a full accounting of both present and future costs, including ongoing medical care, lost earning capacity, and the day-to-day impact of the injury.
Amputation and Limb Loss
Losing an arm, leg, hand, or foot affects mobility, independence, and the ability to work. Claims in these cases account for surgeries, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and the lifelong adjustments that follow.
Severe Burn Injuries
Serious burns often require extended hospital stays, skin grafts, and repeated procedures, along with long-term scarring and emotional recovery. We work to document the full scope of those losses.
Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis
Spinal cord injuries can cause partial or complete paralysis and require lifelong care. These claims account for specialized medical needs, home and vehicle modifications, and lost earning capacity.
Back and Neck Injuries Requiring Surgery
Herniated discs, fractured vertebrae, and other back and neck injuries sometimes require surgery and months of recovery. We pursue compensation for the treatment you need and the work and activities you can no longer manage the same way.
Complex Fractures
Severe breaks that require surgery, hardware, or repeated procedures can leave lasting pain and limited function. We help clients recover for both the medical costs and the long-term effects.
Misdiagnosis, Surgical Errors, and Transplant Complications
Preventable medical errors can turn a treatable condition into a catastrophic one. When a missed diagnosis, a surgical mistake, or a transplant complication results from substandard care, we work with medical experts to build a claim for the harm it caused.
Where Serious Accidents Happen in Aurora
Aurora’s busy roads can be the scene of serious crashes. On Route 59, Route 34 (Ogden Avenue), Farnsworth Avenue, and along the I-88 corridor, heavy traffic creates risks, especially at major intersections and highway entrances and exits.
Pedestrians and cyclists also face risks in downtown Aurora and along busy shopping and business corridors. Beyond the roads, serious injuries can occur at job sites, stores, apartment complexes, and medical facilities throughout the city.
Steps to Take After an Accident in Aurora
What you do in the hours and days after an accident can affect your health and your claim.
- Call 911 if anyone needs emergency assistance. Seek prompt medical evaluation for injuries, even if they initially seem minor.
- Report the accident to the police or the property owner, depending on where it happened.
- Photograph the scene, your injuries, and any property damage if you're able to do so safely.
- Get names and contact information for any witnesses.
- Keep records of your medical treatment, bills, and missed work.
- Before giving a recorded statement to the other party’s insurer or accepting a settlement offer, speak with an attorney.
- Call Duncan Law Group at (312) 202-3283 to discuss your claim and learn what evidence may need to be preserved.
Why Choose Duncan Law Group for Personal Injury Cases in the Western Suburbs
When you hire Duncan Law Group, we take the burden of the legal process off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. We investigate what happened, gather evidence to establish fault, and handle insurance company calls and paperwork. We also work with medical professionals and other experts when needed to document how your injuries affect your life, including future treatment needs. Your claim should reflect the full extent of your losses, not just the bills you have today.
You should not have to evaluate a settlement offer alone while you are in pain and worried about money. We explain the strengths and challenges of your case, give you an honest assessment of an offer, and negotiate for compensation that accounts for your injuries and losses. If the insurance company will not agree to a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to court.
Our approach is backed by results. Duncan Law Group has recovered more than $350 million for clients, with notable personal injury recoveries that include:
- $15 million for a victim of medical malpractice.
- $12 million for a client injured in a serious motor vehicle accident.
- $4.75 million in a wrongful death case.
These results reflect our experience handling cases involving serious injuries and substantial losses. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and the value of your claim will depend on its specific facts. For people injured in Aurora and throughout the western suburbs, Duncan Law Group offers personal attention, straightforward communication, and representation focused on helping you move forward.
Areas We Serve Near Aurora
In addition to Aurora, we represent injured people throughout Kane, DuPage, Kendall, and Will Counties, including the following communities:
- Naperville
- Oswego
- Montgomery
- North Aurora
- Batavia
- Plainfield
- Yorkville
Talk With an Aurora Personal Injury Lawyer About Your Case
If you or someone you love was seriously hurt in Aurora, you don't have to handle the insurance companies and the legal process by yourself. We'll listen to what happened, explain your options, and help you decide on next steps. Contact Duncan Law Group at (312) 202-3283 today for a free consultation.
