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Chicago, IL · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Chicago

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202626 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Chicago wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Chicago. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Abels & Annes, P.C.

    5.0248 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    95.7/100
    Call (312) 626-0262Google Maps
  2. 2
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    Malman Law

    4.85.3K Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    90.1/100
    Call (312) 629-0099Google Maps
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    Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys

    4.91.2K Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.5
    Score
    88.7/100
    Call (708) 222-2222Google Maps
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    Attorneys of Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.9140 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.5
    Score
    88.3/100
    Call (872) 253-6829Google Maps
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    The Kryder Law Group, LLC

    4.9555 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    82.3/100
    Call (872) 204-1904Google Maps
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    Ankin Law

    4.81.4K Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    76.5/100
    Call (312) 500-7866Google Maps
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    Zayed Law Personal Injury Attorneys

    4.8592 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    71.8/100
    Call (312) 815-7074Google Maps
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    TorHoerman Law: Injury & Car Accident Lawyers Chicago

    5.095 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: #18 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    13.5
    Score
    65.6/100
    Call (312) 313-2273Google Maps
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    Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C.

    4.9327 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: not in top 20 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    13.0
    Score
    64.7/100
    Call (312) 219-2175Google Maps
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    Car Accident Lawyer Sean O'Bryan

    5.068 Google reviews· Chicago

    Google Maps position: not in top 20 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    14.0
    Score
    63.8/100
    Call (855) 732-6946Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Illinois

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (735 ILCS 5/13-202).

Fault rule

Modified comparative fault (51% bar)

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (735 ILCS 5/2-1116)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (735 ILCS 5/13-202). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Illinois?

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (735 ILCS 5/2-1116)

Is Illinois a no-fault car insurance state?

Illinois is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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