Alton Personal Injury Attorneys
Pursuing Maximum Compensation for Injured Illinoisans
After a serious injury, the last thing you need is additional stress, but that’s what you might be in for if you try to deal with insurance companies and liable parties on your own. Come to Haxel Law, where our personal injury lawyers have decades of total experience representing the wrongfully injured in Alton, Illinois. From investigating your accident to standing up for you in court, you can depend on us to handle every part of your claim, so you can focus on your recovery.
Whether you were hit by a negligent driver or injured on someone else’s property, talk to us first about your legal options. With a success rate of over 90%, we believe our impressive track record of results speaks for itself. Our lawyers have taken more than 100 cases to trial and appeals, too, so you know that we’ll be ready for whatever direction your case goes.
Contact us online or call (217) 215-4166 to talk to an Alton personal injury attorney about what to do next. All initial consultations are FREE.
Why Choose Haxel Law?
When you choose Haxel Law, you’re choosing time-tested trial lawyers with 100+ years of total practice experience representing the wrongfully injured in Alton and the surrounding areas of Illinois.
When you work with our firm, you’ll benefit from:
- Insightful counsel: Our firm is passionate about helping clients navigate some of the most stressful times in their lives. We lead with real insight from former insurance defense lawyers.
- High success rate: With a success rate of over 90%, our attorneys have a longstanding reputation for achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
- Client-centric representation: Our team can help you prepare for the upcoming legal proceedings by taking time to address your questions and concerns and communicating with insurers on your behalf.
- Litigation experience: Our attorneys have experience litigating jury trials and are never shy away from a trial if necessary to obtain a fair settlement. Overall, we’ve taken more than 100 cases to trial or appeal.
- Upfront communication: We value transparency and honest communication with our clients. Our lawyers go above and beyond to keep you informed throughout your case.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Alton
Common cases we handle for clients in Alton include:
- Motor vehicle accidents: We investigate accidents involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, bicycles, and pedestrians to help victims pursue justice.
- Premises liability: Our lawyers are well-versed in premises liability law to hold property owners responsible for negligence after slip-and-fall accidents.
- Product liability: Our firm is dedicated to holding manufacturers and companies liable for injuries caused by defective products, faulty equipment, and more.
- Workplace accidents: We protect the rights of employees after construction accidents, on-the-job collisions, and other workplace injuries.
- Dog bites: From scarring to infection to post-traumatic stress, our attorneys pursue justice and compensation for dog bite victims.
- Brain injuries: We understand how devastating brain injuries can be, which is why our lawyers are dedicated to recovering the full compensation you need for immediate and future treatment.
- Spinal cord injuries: Spinal cord injuries can result in paralysis and other life-changing consequences. We can fight to hold negligent parties accountable by fighting to secure a settlement on your behalf.
- Wrongful death: If you lost a loved one due to negligence, our attorneys can provide compassionate counsel and aggressively seek justice for your family.
We are also highly versed in Illinois workers’ compensation law. If you were hurt at work, you may qualify for workers’ compensation, and we would be happy to help you explore that option.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How Much Is My PI Claim Worth?
Determining the value of your claim can be complex. It can be easy to overlook many types of compensation available to you, especially without an in-depth understanding of Illinois law. Seeking legal representation is essential to identify liable parties and calculate the total damages in your claim.
While pinpointing the exact value of your claim requires a thorough case evaluation from our attorneys, you should know that you are entitled to compensation for all losses incurred in the accident, including future costs resulting from your injuries. Our firm can negotiate effectively on your behalf to pursue the full compensation available to you.
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How Long Will It Take to Resolve My Claim?
It depends. The timeframe for settling a personal injury claim will vary based on unique factors, such as whether the insurance company is willing to make a fair offer, any potential liability disputes, and whether your case goes to trial. Many claims are settled out of court, but others can take more time to resolve. However, taking longer to settle isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
While preparing for potential litigation may extend the duration of your case, it can also mean the difference between recovering maximum compensation and walking away with much less than you deserve. Our attorneys are familiar with insurance companies to pursue the fastest path to resolution without compromising the just settlement you need to focus on your recovery.
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Should I Talk to the Insurance Adjuster?After an accident, you should avoid discussing the incident with any insurance representative without your lawyer present. Having your attorney speak directly with the insurance adjuster on your behalf is typically best to protect your rights. If you do end up talking with the insurance adjuster, you only need to provide basic information, such as your name, address, and so on. Don’t share any information that may be used against you, such as apologizing or admitting fault.
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What Is It Like to Work with Us?
We are proud to be a local law firm that stays active in the community we serve. The people here matter to us. They are our friends. They are family. When they are injured through no fault of their own, we’re always ready to do everything we can to help them get back on their feet again.
As an injury law firm, we know that most of our clients come to us while navigating some of the most difficult times in their lives. That's why our team is dedicated to providing compassionate counsel and unwavering support that covers all parts of a claim.
You can leave everything to us, such as:
- Investigating the accident and the extent of your injuries
- Looking for evidence of liability or negligence
- Calculating the compensation that should be owed to you
- Attempting to negotiate for a fair settlement
- Going to trial if no settlement is reached
Our goal is to alleviate stress during the process and obtain the financial relief you need to make a swift recovery. Our attorneys focus on establishing trust and quality relationships with every client we serve, giving you peace of mind that your case is in trusted hands.
How Can You Set Up a Consultation? We Make It Easy.
Our firm offers complimentary case evaluations for your convenience. With one call, you can arrange a remote meeting with our Alton personal injury attorneys. Ask us about in-person consultations if you prefer. We hope to hear from you soon, so we can see how we can help you during this difficult time.
You can reach us by calling (217) 215-4166 or contacting us online to set up a free consultation.
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Hear From Our Happy Clients
At Haxel Law, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"I will definitely use Haxel Law again!"I’m so grateful for the legal assistance I received from Haxel Law. Martin is extremely knowledgeable and guided me throughout the process. I recommend Martin Haxel. He’s no nonsense and gets the job done. If needed I will definitely use Haxel Law again.- Sally B.
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"Thank you, Martin."When I got injured, I knew I was going to be out of work. I knew I was going to be struggling with my family. I was really worried about the direction my life had turned towards. If I hadn't contacted Martin Haxel. I would still be fighting to get what I deserved. What was owed to me. Mr. Haxel however, stayed with me. He told me the truth. He didn't lie, or manipulate anything. He was honest and informative. He was the hope I didn't have at that time. He struggled with me to get all of it resolved. He did it with integrity, honesty, and a sincere understanding of what I was going through. To anyone considering having Mr. Haxel represent them in similar situations...I would say, you couldn't pick a better person. He's a great lawyer. He does great work. He's a nice person with a lot of experience in this field. If there's anyone you can turn to when no one will listen or even attempt to help you do what is right...Mr. Haxel is the one. I can't say enough good things about him. Now that my case is settled thanks to his work, I'm going to miss having someone having my back. He's a good man and I hope he feels good about what he's done when he lays down to sleep and reflects on his days, weeks, months, and years. People like him, give people hope, and faith that there are good people still roaming around this crazy thing called life. Martin, thank you. You're a beast.- Chris Y.
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"Highly Recommend"Attorney Martin Haxel fought long and hard for a fair and just settlement. I recommend Haxel Law for your Work Comp case.- Karyn S.
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"No One Better"I was referred to Martin by my original attorney. My original attorney didn't want to spend the time and money to represent me because my case was going to be difficult, time-consuming, and against the City of Champaign. I am so glad that Martin was willing to take my case and see it through. If you have a "hidden injury" like me or even an obvious injury Martin will handle it very professionally and give it the attention that you deserve.- John M.
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"What a great experience!"I strongly recommend Haxel Law Firm to everyone. In fact, he has now taken on my fiance as a client. Thanks Marty for what you did for me!- David S.
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"Made Everything Easy for Me"His assistant was very pleasant and helpful as well. If he wasn't available when I called and left a message he was always prompt to respond to my messages and emails. I would highly recommend him to anyone who can use his skills!- David N.
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"Martin Truly Cares About You"I had a life-changing experience 4 years ago. Mr Haxel continually worked with the insurance company to settle the workman comp claim. Mr. Haxel was always available to call if you had any concerns and was always willing to listen to you.- Marvin S.
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"Marty was great to work with!"He kept in communication and made the process as stress-free as possible. Hopefully I never need a personal injury attorney again, but if I do, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Marty.- Kristi D.
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"Very Positive Experience Representing My Daughter"Very responsive and patient answering all my questions. I hope to never be in a situation of needing a lawyer again, but if I did, I would 100% contact Martin again.- Jim P.