If you were injured by someone who has also been charged or convicted of a crime for the same incident, you may be wondering how their criminal case impacts your right to recover compensation. For many victims in Illinois, the answer is reassuring: a criminal conviction can indeed strengthen your personal injury claim, though the two cases are handled separately.
At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, our DuPage County personal injury attorneys have more than 175 years of combined experience representing victims in Illinois. We offer free consultations to help you understand your rights, the legal process, and how a criminal conviction against the at-fault party may affect your case. Call us today.
Criminal Cases vs. Civil Cases
It helps to first understand that criminal cases and personal injury cases are different. A criminal case is filed by the state of Illinois against someone suspected of committing a crime. The state seeks penalties like jail, probation, or fines.