
Champaign, IL Personal Injury Lawyers
Trial Attorneys Ready to Take Your Case
When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you need more than just legal advice, you need a team that understands what you’re going through and has the experience to fight for what you deserve. At Haxel Law, our Champaign personal injury attorneys bring decades of experience handling personal injury, motor vehicle accident, and workers' compensation cases throughout Champaign and across Illinois. As seasoned trial lawyers, we’re fully prepared to take your case as far as needed to get justice and compensation.
Our team handles a wide variety of personal injury cases, which means you won’t need to juggle multiple law firms if your situation involves overlapping issues. For example, if you were injured in a car accident while on the job, we can pursue both a personal injury claim and a workers’ compensation claim under one roof. This kind of integrated approach keeps every aspect of your case coordinated and collected, saving you time, stress, and uncertainty.
We can work on cases in Champaign that involve:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Workers’ compensation
- Catastrophic injuries
- Premises liability
- Product liability
- Wrongful deaths
- Many more types of accidents and injuries
Contact Haxel Law today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We don’t charge legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Dial (217) 215-4166 to start.
Reasons to Choose Haxel Law First
With decades of focused experience and a long track record of winning case results, Haxel Law has earned a reputation for excellence across the legal community. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to our clients. We know how a serious injury can affect your entire life, and we never lose sight of the real people behind every case. Whether we’re attempting to negotiate a settlement or preparing for trial, our priority is always to protect your rights and help you move forward.
What’s more, our attorneys include former insurance defense lawyers, so we understand the tactics insurers use to minimize payouts. This inside knowledge gives us strategic insight that defense teams are often not prepared for. Also, because we are experienced litigators, we never have to refer complex cases out to another firm just because they’re heading to trial. We handle everything, start to finish.
Clients in Champaign trust our personal injury attorneys because we have:
- 40 years of personal injury experience
- Former insurance defense attorneys who know how insurers operate
- Trial-ready lawyers who don’t back down from tough cases
- A client-focused approach rooted in compassion and honesty
- No upfront consultation costs and no fees unless we win your case
What Compensation Does Illinois Allow in an Injury Claim?
When someone else’s negligence causes you harm, Illinois law gives you the right to seek financial compensation for both your tangible and intangible losses. At Haxel Law, we can work closely with medical professionals, economists, and life care planners to make sure your claim reflects the full scope of your damages.
Depending on the details of your case, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- Past and future medical bills
- Lost wages or lost earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Property damage, such as a damaged vehicle
- Any other out-of-pocket expenses caused by the injury
We take the time to listen to your story, gather the right evidence, and prepare a compelling case for everything you’re owed because you deserve nothing less.
Illinois Statute of Limitations on Personal Injury Claims
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is two years from the date of the injury. That might sound like plenty of time, but delays can be costly. Evidence can become harder to find, memories can fade, witnesses may become unavailable, and insurers will often use delays to devalue your claim or deny it altogether. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the sooner we can get to work on protecting your right to compensation.
Learn How to Start Your Claim – Call Now
Our Champaign personal injury lawyers understand that reaching out to an attorney can feel like a big step, especially if you aren’t sure you even have the grounds to start an injury claim. That’s why we make the process as simple, compassionate, and transparent as possible. From your free initial consultation to the resolution of your case, you’ll receive direct communication, straightforward advice, and compassionate counsel who truly wants to see you recover from your accident as much as possible.
Take the first step by dialing (217) 215-4166 and speaking with a member of Haxel Law today.

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.


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’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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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.