Personal injury claims require proof that the defendant owed you a duty, breached it, and caused injury and damages. In Illinois, you may recover compensatory damages (medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering) and punitive damages in cases of gross negligence. The statute of limitations is typically two to four …

If a drunk driver causes your injuries, you can sue the driver for negligence and may pursue a dram shop claim against the establishment that served them. Illinois law holds intoxicated drivers strictly liable. You should consult an attorney immediately to preserve evidence and meet filing deadlines. Bradley Professor Drunk …