Step 01
Free, Confidential Phone Call
Tell us what happened. We listen, answer your questions in plain English (o en Español), and tell you honestly whether you have a case.
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Real Attorneys.
Real Results.
Since 2011.
Illinois personal injury attorneys with over $200 million recovered for injured clients, including one of the largest single-claim settlements in the United States. No fee unless we win.
Recent Wins
Over $0M recovered. Here’s a snapshot.
Real verdicts and settlements for real Illinoisans, secured by Cronauer Law against insurance companies, trucking carriers, hospitals, and corporate defendants. Outcomes vary, but our record speaks for itself.
Settlement
$16.5M
Auto Manufacturer / Catastrophic
Verdict
$5.3M
FELA Railroad Worker
Verdict
$4M
Dram Shop / Wrongful Death
Verdict
$2.5M
Dumpster Truck Crash
Settlement
$1.6M
Food Delivery Crash
Verdict
$1.4M
Excessive Force / Taser
Settlement
$1M
Boat Fire / 3rd Degree Burns
Settlement
$1M
Medical Malpractice / Stroke
Settlement
$16.5M
Auto Manufacturer / Catastrophic
Verdict
$5.3M
FELA Railroad Worker
Verdict
$4M
Dram Shop / Wrongful Death
Verdict
$2.5M
Dumpster Truck Crash
Settlement
$1.6M
Food Delivery Crash
Verdict
$1.4M
Excessive Force / Taser
Settlement
$1M
Boat Fire / 3rd Degree Burns
Settlement
$1M
Medical Malpractice / Stroke
Real Clients. Real Checks.
Photos from settlement day at our office.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique.
How It Works
What Happens When You Call
Step 02
We Build the Case
We investigate, gather evidence, line up experts, and deal with the insurance company. You focus on healing. We do the legal work.
Step 03
You Pay Nothing Unless We Win
No retainer. No hourly bill. Our fee comes out of the recovery we get for you. If we don't win, you owe us nothing.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
BuiltbytheCronauerfamilyinSycamoreandcarriedforwardbyanewgenerationoftriallawyers,ourfirmbringsmorethan50yearsofcombinedexperiencetostandingupforinjuredIllinoisansagainstinsurancecompanies,negligentemployers,andcorporatedefendants.Wetakethecasesotherfirmswon’t,andwewinthem.
Expertise
Personal Injury Is
All We Do
Accidents & Injuries
If a careless driver, trucking company, or commercial fleet turned your life upside down, we hold them accountable, along with the insurance companies that back them.
Malpractice, Liability & Loss
When a preventable mistake, an unsafe property, or someone else's negligence causes lasting harm, we pursue the full recovery your family is owed.
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Recovered for Clients
More than $200 million won through settlements and verdicts for the injured people and families we represent.
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Largest Single Settlement
A single-claim settlement ranked among the Top 10 nationally. Proof we can take on the biggest defendants and win.
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Years of Combined Experience
A family firm rooted in Sycamore, led today by three generations of trial lawyers who know Illinois courts inside and out.
Case Study
Results That Speak for Themselves
Catastrophic Injury
$16.55M Settlement. Top 10 in the United States.
One of the largest single-claim personal injury settlements in the country last year. Cronauer Law secured a $16.55 million recovery for a catastrophically injured client after building a case that left the defense no path forward but to pay full value.
Trial Verdict
$5.3M Judgment After the Insurer Refused to Settle
When the insurance company refused a fair offer, we tried the case. The jury returned a $5.3 million judgment, part of a string of seven-figure verdicts that have earned the firm Top 20, Top 50, and Top 100 honors from TopVerdict and a national Top 10 Under 40 ranking.
Everyday Client
Rear-end collision. Lowballed by the insurer. Recovered full value.
A local commuter was rear-ended on Route 23 and offered a fraction of what her medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing physical therapy were worth. We took the case, pushed back, and recovered the full value she was owed, without her ever having to set foot in court. Not every case is a record-breaker. Every client matters.
Meet Our Team
Three Generations of Trial Lawyers
Charles Cronauer
Founder, Of Counsel Attorney
Nicholas Cronauer
Managing Attorney
Bradley Melzer
Illinois Attorney
Ross Brennan
Texas Attorney
Don’t Wait
Illinois gives you just 2 years to file a personal injury claim.
Some cases have even shorter deadlines. Evidence disappears, witnesses move, and memories fade. The earlier we get involved, the stronger your case becomes. Call today, the consultation is free.
Why Cronauer Law
Relax. Let our team take care of everything.
You can count on us to guide you through this process. We are professionals who will take you seriously and properly handle your case. You keep full control. We do the work.
Reason 01
Top-rated PI lawyers.
Recognized by The National Trial Lawyers, NAOPIA, and TopVerdict for top-performing personal injury attorneys.
Reason 02
Easy, no-pressure review.
Call us, tell us what happened. We tell you honestly if you have a case. No obligation.
Reason 03
Cutting-edge investigation.
Our investigators use the latest technology to surface evidence beyond what's in a police report.
Reason 04
Prepared to go to trial.
We prepare every case as if it is going to trial. That posture forces insurers to negotiate in good faith.
Reason 05
50+ years of combined experience.
Three generations of trial lawyers. Over 50 years of combined experience. Over $200M recovered for injured clients.
FAQ
Do I Have a Case?
Straight answers to the questions injured people ask us every day. Still unsure? Call. The consultation is free.
Do I have a case?
If you were injured in any way (medically, emotionally, physically, in a car, at work, on the street) then you may have a case. Employers, companies, and individuals have a duty of care: an obligation to avoid actions or situations that endanger other people. When that duty is breached and you get hurt, you may be entitled to compensation.
What sort of cases are you equipped to handle?
Our injury attorneys have handled virtually every type and size of case: car crashes, slip-and-fall, trucking accidents, product liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death, commercial litigation, class actions, and more. Our firm has built a reputation in complex practice areas, and we have the experience and resources to demand compensation on your behalf no matter the nature of your injury.
When should I call about my case?
As soon as possible. Call 815-895-8585 to speak with one of our staff members confidentially, even if it's outside normal business hours where you are. You can also fill out our contact form with some basic information and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
How can I afford an attorney?
We offer legal services on a contingency fee basis when it makes sense for your case. With a contingency fee, our legal fee comes out of the money awarded to you only if we win your case through a settlement or verdict. If we don't win, neither you nor the lawyer gets any money, but you will not be required to pay us for the work done on the case.
Will you tell me how much my case is worth?
Once we have investigated the basic details of your injuries and your case, we can give you an honest assessment of the compensation you may be entitled to. No ethical attorney can promise a specific outcome, but we can help you calculate the medical costs, lost wages, and other damages caused by your harm.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Illinois?
Most personal injury claims in Illinois must be filed within two years of the date of the injury. Some claims (like those against government entities or for medical malpractice) have shorter deadlines. Don't wait. Call us so we can confirm your specific deadline.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover damages as long as you're less than 51% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Don't assume you have no case. Call and let us evaluate it.
What should I do right after an accident?
Get medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine. Document everything you can: photos, names, contact info for witnesses. Don't give a recorded statement to the other side's insurance company. Don't sign anything. Then call us.
Do you speak Spanish?
Sí. Tenemos personal bilingüe que habla español con fluidez. Ofrecemos consultas gratuitas en inglés o español. Yes, we have bilingual staff and offer free consultations in English or Spanish.
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