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Showing 7 product liability lawyers in Wilmette, IL
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Wineberg Legal
927 Cornell St, Wilmette, IL 60091
(312) 399-7604
wineberglegal.com
Law Offices of Daniel J Winter - Skokie/Wilmette
3330 Old Glenview Rd # 16, Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 244-8180
bankruptcylawchicago.com
The Law Offices of Charles E. Hutchinson, LLC
607 9th St, Wilmette, IL 60091
(312) 259-0672
charleshutchinsonlaw.com
Makarone Law Firm
1167 Wilmette Ave Suite 201B, Wilmette, IL 60091
(888) 356-6665
PSS Law
1000 Skokie Blvd #320, Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-2999
pss.law
Litigators Incorporated
825 Green Bay Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
(312) 251-0808
litigatorsinc.net
Canning & Canning LLC
1000 Skokie Blvd #355, Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 853-7040
canninglegal.com
What Does a Product Liability Lawyer in Wilmette Cost?
Most product liability lawyers in Illinois work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront fees. Instead, the lawyer takes a percentage of your settlement or court award, typically between 33% and 40%. Some cases may also involve costs for expert witnesses and court filing fees. These costs are often deducted from your recovery. 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 product liability lawsuit in Illinois?
In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of injury to file a product liability lawsuit. This is called the statute of limitations. If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to seek compensation.
What types of product defects can I claim in Wilmette?
You can claim three main types of defects: design defects that make the product unsafe, manufacturing defects that occur during production, and marketing defects such as inadequate warnings or instructions. Illinois law covers all three categories.
Do I need to prove the manufacturer was negligent in Illinois?
No. Illinois follows a strict liability rule for product liability cases. You do not need to prove negligence. You only need to show the product was defective and that the defect caused your injury.