Nicknamed “The Crossroads of Mid-America,” Joliet, Illinois is a diverse, vibrant city located 40 miles southwest of Chicago.
Joliet is the state’s third-largest city and boasts world-class entertainment, a thriving business community, and a long list of historical and modern attractions. Joliet is a tight-knit community with a deep history of civic involvement and city pride.
Joliet’s unique opportunities make it a popular destination for visitors and new residents. With a population exceeding 148,000, Joliet is the Midwest’s fastest-growing city. The city is the county seat of Will County and also extends into Kendall County. Joliet remains a transportation hub with two major interstate highways, an Amtrak line, two Metra commuter lines, and North America’s largest inland train port close to the city. Joliet is bustling with activity, so accidents and injuries are unfortunately common.
If you were injured in Joliet, Illinois, TorHoerman Law is here to help.
In 1673, Louis Jolliet and Father Jacques Marquette camped along the Des Plaines River in present-day Joliet. Development was relatively idle until 1833 when Charles Reed became the first town settler. A year later, James B. Campbell laid out plans for “Juliet,” and in 1836 it became the county seat of Will County. By the 1850s Joliet had a new name and became a major hub for business. Through the remainder of the century, Joliet flourished because of its abundance of limestone quarries and early steel mill developments. This brought in thousands of Irish and southeastern European immigrants.
Joliet’s mills and large labor force made it a hotbed of industry into the 20th century. Established businesses opened up downtown while the city saw growth in manufacturing industries including bridge builders, stove companies, machine manufacturers, and many more. Joliet also became home to the nation’s oldest public community college, Joliet Junior College. Joliet was hit hard by declines in American manufacturing through the 70s and 80s and had unemployment rates up to 26 percent. The city bounced back in the 90s and is now seeing rapid residential and commercial growth.
Joliet offers world-class entertainment and is fast becoming a major Midwest destination for cultural and sporting activities.
Joliet is home to a long list of entertainment and cultural spaces including Rialto Square Theatre, the Joliet Historical Museum, the Route 66 Visitors Center, the Old Joliet Prison, and the scenic Billie LiMacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre. Sporting enthusiasts can catch a Joliet Slammers baseball game at Silver Cross Field or check out the races at Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway.
To learn more about Joliet’s entertainment, sporting, dining, and other exciting opportunities, visit the City of Joliet Website.
TorHoerman Law is a group of experienced personal injury attorneys serving Joliet, IL and the greater Chicago, IL area. With over $3 billion in successful verdicts and settlements, TorHoerman has earned a reputation for fighting for the rights of those injured through no fault of their own.
Visit our website at TorHoerman Law to learn more about our law offices and legal services.
Personal injury, as defined by the Nolo Plain-English Law Dictionary, is:
“An injury not to property, but to the body, mind, or emotions. For example, if you slip and fall on a banana peel in a grocery store, personal injury covers any actual physical harm (broken leg and bruises) you suffered in the fall as well as the humiliation of falling in public, but not the harm of shattering your watch.”
Personal injury covers a variety of legal cases. This includes injuries sustained from medical malpractice, someone else’s negligence (for example, a car accident), product liability, premise liability, and assault and battery. For a comprehensive list of potential personal injury cases, visit the TorHoerman Personal Injury Page.
Personal injury cases are common in Joliet, Will County, Kendall County, the Chicago area, and Illinois.
Finding an experienced personal injury lawyer can improve your financial, mental, and physical health. A successful personal injury lawyer will help ensure you receive full compensation for your injuries and damages. Damages can include:
Lost or reduced wages
If you experience a personal injury, it’s crucial to contact the right emergency services department and to access quality medical treatment and care.
For steps on how to handle specific personal injury cases, visit our Personal Injury Page.
If you were injured due to no fault of your own, you could be eligible for a personal injury lawsuit. Personal injury cases vary depending on specific circumstances, but you can expect the following:
Visit our Civil Lawsuit Process Page for an in-depth explanation.
TorHoerman Law is experienced in an extensive variety of personal injury cases.
Whether you were injured in an accident, on the job, due to negligence, or from a drug or medical device, TorHoerman will fight for you. We have years of experience in personal injury cases including car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, and more.
At TorHoerman Law, we understand that dealing with a personal injury can be stressful. Finding exceptional legal representation doesn’t have to be. If you suffered from an injury that was not your fault, you might be eligible for a personal injury lawsuit.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney at TorHoerman Law today for a zero-obligation, free consultation and to learn more about your personal injury options.
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