Downtown Rockford Personal Injury Lawyer
Paul Marriett’s family has roots in downtown Rockford that go back generations. During the World War II era, his great-uncle owned the department store in the building now known as Stewart Square. Just up the block on Mulberry Street, his great-grandfather ran Simpson’s, a haberdashery selling men’s clothing and shoes for many years. Paul later practiced law out of an office inside Stewart Square himself. Downtown isn’t just where he works. It’s part of his family’s story.
Close to the Courthouse, Close to Home
Personal injury lawsuits in Winnebago County are filed at the courthouse at 400 West State Street, right in the heart of downtown. We know that building, the procedures, and the timelines well. Many cases settle without a lawsuit. When one doesn’t, a straightforward case can usually reach trial in about 18 to 24 months after filing. Cases against trucking companies and other commercial defendants often take longer, depending on the claims involved.
Downtown Crashes We Handle
Downtown Rockford brings together drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and riverfront event traffic in a small area. We handle car accidents, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, truck crashes, rideshare injuries, and wrongful death claims throughout downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods. Paul has also played ball at the Ken-Rock Center just across the river, and he’s sponsored youth teams across the city.
Every Case Needs Three Things
A strong injury case needs clear liability (who’s at fault), real damages (the injuries you suffered), and enough insurance coverage to pay for them. Illinois only requires drivers to carry $25,000 per person in liability coverage, so we look for every responsible person and company, plus your own uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
Here When You Need Us
Our office is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We’ll meet you at home, in the hospital, at your doctor’s office, or by video call. Call (815) 964-8303 for a free consultation with our Rockford personal injury lawyers.
Quick Answers for Downtown Rockford Injury Victims
Where are Winnebago County personal injury lawsuits filed?
At the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, in downtown Rockford.
How long does a personal injury lawsuit take in Winnebago County?
Many cases settle without a lawsuit. If a case is filed and doesn’t settle, a straightforward case can often reach trial in about 18 to 24 months. Cases involving trucking companies or other commercial defendants usually take longer.
How long do I have to file?
Most Illinois personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the injury (735 ILCS 5/13-202). Claims against a city, county, or other local government body generally must be filed within one year (745 ILCS 10/8-101).
Reviewed by Attorney Paul M. Marriett, Rockford Injury Lawyers.