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Compare Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Decatur, IL
Looking for a medical malpractice lawyer in Decatur? Review the directory below to compare your options.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Decatur, IL
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Showing 20 medical malpractice lawyers in Decatur, IL
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Onward Accident & Injury Law
1150 W Pershing Rd Ste F, Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 708-3441 onwardinjurylaw.com
Bolen Robinson & Ellis, LLP
202 S Franklin St 2nd floor, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 429-4296 brelaw.com
BRE Injury, LLC
202 S Franklin St Ste 200, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 866-0524 injurylawyerdecatur.com
Jon P. Erickson Law Office
132 S Water St # 638, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 615-4812 jonpericksonlaw.com
John N. Cannon – Personal Injury Attorney at BRE Law
202 S Franklin St 2nd floor, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 866-0524 brelaw.com
217 Law LLC
132 S Water St #628, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 217-0217 217law.com
Shay & Associates Law Firm, LLC
260 E Wood St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 425-5900 shayandassociates.com
Albers Car Accident and Injury Lawyer
235 Mill St Suite 500, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 388-5433 albersinjurylaw.com
Zach Anderson, Attorney at Law
132 S Water St #628, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 247-4544 217law.com
Kanoski Bresney
335 E Wood St # A, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 429-3509 kanoski.com
Geisler Law Offices
241 S Main St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 423-8081 geislerlawoffices.com
Patel Law, PC
115 W Pershing Rd, Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 384-1111 patellawteam.com
Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
228 S Franklin St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 422-2280 decaturlawoffice.com
William Faber Ltd
158 W Prairie Ave # 101, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 425-9002 wmfaberlaw.com
Samuels Miller Schroeder Jackson & Sly LLP
225 N Water St # 301, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 429-4325 samuelsmiller.com
Lake Law Firm
505 E William St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 429-0400
A.J. Wessler - Wessler Law, LLC
MILLIKIN BUILDING, 101 S State St Suite 240A, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 452-2222 wesslerfirm.com
The Law Offices of Frederick W. Nessler & Associates, Ltd.
158 W Prairie Ave #104, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 428-6800 nesslerlaw.com
Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, LLC
101 S Main St Suite 300, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 428-5383 hughestenney.com
Kehart Michael J
MILLIKIN BUILDING, 132 S Water St # 200, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 428-4689
Medical malpractice lawyers in Decatur, Illinois help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. Illinois law requires that most medical malpractice claims be filed within two years of the injury or discovery of the injury, with a maximum of four years from the date of the incident. Decatur residents can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering through a qualified attorney.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Decatur Cost?
Most medical malpractice lawyers in Illinois work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or verdict if you win. Typical contingency fees range from 33% to 40% of the recovery. Some firms charge upfront costs for expert witnesses and court fees, which can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars depending on the case complexity. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Decatur, Illinois?
In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date you discovered the injury or should have discovered it to file a claim. There is also a four-year statute of repose from the date of the negligent act, after which you cannot sue regardless of discovery.
What types of damages can I recover in a medical malpractice case in Illinois?
You can recover economic damages like medical bills and lost income, as well as non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Illinois law caps non-economic damages at $500,000 against doctors and $1,000,000 against hospitals.
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