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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Elmhurst, IL

Browse medical malpractice lawyers serving Elmhurst, Illinois. Contact information and addresses listed below.

4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Elmhurst, IL
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Showing 4 medical malpractice lawyers in Elmhurst, IL Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Law Offices of Joseph Calcagno and Associates
132 N York St Suite 3-I, Elmhurst, IL 60126
(312) 857-3696
Makarone Law Firm
552a S York St Unit B, Elmhurst, IL 60126
(888) 981-7009
Schwartz Injury Law
360 W Butterfield Rd Suite 300, Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 415-0500 schwartzinjurylaw.com
Suburban Injury Law Group LLC
110 Schiller St Ste 307, Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 570-0000 suburbaninjurylaw.com

Medical malpractice lawyers in Elmhurst, Illinois help clients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. Illinois law requires that most medical malpractice claims be filed within two years of the injury or discovery of the injury. A local attorney can guide you through the complex legal process specific to DuPage County courts.

What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Elmhurst Cost?

Medical malpractice lawyers in Illinois typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your recovery if you win. The standard fee is often 33% to 40% of the settlement or verdict. You may also be responsible for case costs like expert witness fees and court filing fees, which can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. This is general information, not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Illinois?
In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of the injury or from when you discovered the injury to file a lawsuit. There is a four-year statute of repose, meaning no claim can be filed more than four years after the negligent act regardless of discovery.
What damages can I recover in an Illinois medical malpractice case?
You can recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, and non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Illinois law caps non-economic damages at $500,000 against a single doctor and $1,000,000 against all defendants combined.