Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD

Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD

Small law firm in downtown Chicago

(312) 346-8210

Demanding Justice and
Protecting Your Rights

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  • Practice Areas
    • Construction Negligence
    • Dog Bites
    • Medical Malpractice
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents
    • Personal Injury
    • Premises Liability
    • Product Liability
    • Workers’ Compensation
    • Wrongful Death
  • Attorneys
    • Brian J. McManus, Sr.
    • Brian McManus, Jr.
    • Michael N. Folga
    • Fred W. Ellison, Jr.
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When Should I Retain an Attorney if I am Injured by Another’s Negligence?

July 15, 2022 McManus

If you have been injured in any situation that is caused by another person or entity that was negligent, you should retain an attorney right away. First, it is important to retain an attorney because your case is subject to a statute of limitations. If the statute of limitations expires, you may be barred from […]

Car Accident, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Slip & Fall, workers' compensation, Wrongful Death

Why is it important to have an experienced car accident lawyer?

November 16, 2020 McManus

It’s critically important that you seek out an experienced car accident lawyer if you’ve been injured by another driver or as a passenger in Illinois. You want to have an experienced car accident lawyer advise you in advance on how to successfully navigate your case.  An experienced attorney will advise of any pitfalls that exist […]

Car Accident, Personal Injury

What Is Comparative Negligence?

October 12, 2020 McManus

In Illinois personal injury cases, comparative negligence would be what your own negligence is in relation to the defendant or whoever you claim is the main responsible party. For example, if you and the other driver are both found to be responsible for the accident, comparative negligence would come into play to determine what percentage […]

Car Accident, Personal Injury

Illinois Car Accidents – Talking to the Other Party’s Insurance Company

September 9, 2020 McManus

Q: What do I do if the insurance company wants to record a statement from me? I would never have any statement recorded without speaking with a lawyer. If you give the insurance company a statement, they’re always going to have that to potentially look for inconsistencies and impeach later testimony. If you say something […]

Car Accident, Personal Injury

Damages for Car Accidents in Illinois

August 5, 2020 McManus

What kind of damages can you get for a car accident victim? “Damages” is a term used to describe the economic recovery an injury victim would receive from the other responsible party to make the injury victim “whole” again. Usually when someone is seriously injured in an accident, it is impossible to be made fully […]

Car Accident, Personal Injury

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Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD.
33 North LaSalle St., Suite 1210
Chicago, IL. 60602

(312) 346-8210 phone
(877) 346-8211 toll-free
(312) 346-8565 fax

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  • Premises Liability Cases and Liens
  • When Should I Retain an Attorney if I am Injured by Another’s Negligence?
  • Common Defenses in Premises Liability Cases
  • Evidence and Discovery in Premises Liability Cases
  • Premises Liability: Statute of Limitations, Responsible Parties and Strategy

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