McCarthy Rowden Baker & Cannon - Decatur, IL

Over 50 Years of Relentless Injury Advocacy in Decatur

Suffering a severe personal injury due to another party's recklessness can upend your physical well-being, family stability, and economic security. Located at 243 South Water Street in Decatur, Illinois, McCarthy Rowden Baker and Cannon has championed the rights of injured Central Illinois residents for more than fifty years. Founded by former Illinois State Senator Robert W. McCarthy and anchored by experienced partners Hugh H. Rowden, Ryan L. Baker, and John N. Cannon, the firm brings over a century of combined courtroom experience to every case. If you need a personal injury lawyer in Decatur who is prepared to take on major insurance companies and corporate defendants, this firm provides aggressive, compassionate representation tailored to your recovery.

Motor Vehicle Collision and Car Accident Representation

Traffic collisions on Decatur roadways and regional highways frequently cause catastrophic head, neck, back, and orthopedic trauma. If you need to hire an attorney after an auto wreck, McCarthy Rowden Baker and Cannon investigates the crash scene, gathers crucial police and forensic reports, and fights to maximize your financial recovery. Motor vehicle litigation areas include:

• High-impact car accident claims involving distracted motorists, speeding violations, and rear-end collisions.
• Interstate commercial truck accident cases holding motor carriers, freight brokers, and drivers accountable for safety violations.
• Motorcycle accident collisions protecting injured riders against unfair insurance bias to secure full medical coverage.
• Drunk driving collision lawsuits pursuing punitive and compensatory damages against intoxicated drivers.
• Wrongful death claims seeking substantial financial support and justice for surviving family members.

Dedicated Workers' Compensation Representation

Workplace accidents in factories, grain processing elevators, agricultural facilities, and construction sites can leave hardworking employees with permanent physical disabilities. As proven workers' compensation lawyers, attorneys Ryan Baker and John Cannon guide injured workers through the complex claims process before the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. The firm fights to ensure you obtain proper medical care, temporary disability income during time off work, and lump-sum permanent disability settlements.

Premises Liability and Animal Attack Litigation

Commercial property owners, landlords, and retailers have a legal obligation to maintain safe conditions for visitors and customers. When safety negligence leads to harm, the practice provides assertive advocacy in:

• Slip and fall injury claims caused by wet supermarket floors, icy outdoor walkways, uneven sidewalks, and inadequate lighting.
• Dangerous animal attacks and dog bite injury cases under Illinois strict liability animal control statutes.
• Construction site mishaps involving scaffolding collapses, fallen equipment, and contractor negligence.

Contingency Fee Representation with Zero Upfront Cost

The attorneys of McCarthy Rowden Baker and Cannon believe that justice should be accessible to all injured people, regardless of their current financial circumstances. The firm operates strictly on a contingency fee arrangement, meaning you pay zero legal fees unless they recover money for your claim. Backed by over a hundred five-star reviews from satisfied clients, the firm is ready to stand by your side. Contact the Decatur office Monday through Friday to find an attorney ready to evaluate your claim with a free initial consultation.