Injured in a wrongful death in Des Plaines?
Attorney Voss Skoullos of LawMachine represents people injured in wrongful deaths across Des Plaines and Cook County. The consultation is free, and you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation. Call (312) 222-0202.
About wrongful death cases in Des Plaines
Des Plaines sits at the convergence of I-90, I-294, and Mannheim Road near O'Hare, carrying dense commuter and freight traffic that raises crash risk.
- Free consultation, and no fee unless we recover compensation for you
- Des Plaines is in Cook County, which sets the courts where a lawsuit may be filed
- Evidence such as traffic-camera footage, witness contact details, and vehicle data can be lost quickly, so early action matters
Roads and medical care in and around Des Plaines
Major roads in and around Des Plaines include:
- I-90
- the Tri-State Tollway (I-294)
- Northwest Highway (Route 14)
- Mannheim Road (Route 12/45)
Hospitals serving the area include Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. Wherever you receive care, keep every record, bill, and discharge instruction. Your medical records are central evidence in an injury claim.
Injuries common in wrongful deaths
- Fatal auto and truck crashes
- Fatal workplace accidents
- Fatal medical negligence
- Fatal falls
- Defective-product deaths
Illinois comparative fault — and why it matters locally
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule: your compensation is reduced by your share of fault, and if you are found more than 50% at fault you recover nothing. Because of this, insurers often argue that the injured person shared the blame. A careful investigation of how the crash happened helps answer those arguments.
Frequently asked questions — Des Plaines wrongful deaths
How much does it cost to hire a wrongful death lawyer in Des Plaines?
Nothing up front. We handle Des Plaines wrongful death cases on a contingency fee — you pay no fee at all unless we recover compensation for you.
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Illinois?
Illinois generally allows two years from the date of injury for most personal injury claims, but exceptions and shorter deadlines can apply. Because evidence in Des Plaines disappears quickly, speak with an attorney right away.
Do I have to go to court in Cook County?
Many wrongful death claims resolve without a trial. If a lawsuit is filed, the courthouse depends on where the crash happened, where the parties live, and the size of the claim. For Des Plaines, that may be the Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Third Municipal District). We can explain which court applies to your case.
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