Abels & Annes, P.C. - Evanston, IL

Comprehensive Personal Injury Advocacy in Evanston, Illinois

When unexpected negligence disrupts your life, having a tenacious legal ally in your corner is essential. Abels & Annes, P.C. provides aggressive, client-centered advocacy for individuals and families facing life-altering injuries throughout Evanston and the surrounding Chicagoland communities. Founded in 2008 by seasoned trial attorneys David Abels and Gary Annes, the practice combines decades of litigation background with deep community ties. Attorney David Abels was raised right here in Evanston, graduating from Evanston Township High School before dedicating his career to standing up against powerful insurance corporations.

Personal injury claims require prompt action, meticulous evidence preservation, and thorough understanding of local court procedures. Whether you are dealing with debilitating pain, hospital bills, or lost earnings from work, finding the right legal counsel can make all the difference in securing maximum financial restitution. The firm operates 24/7, ensuring that help is always reachable when urgent crises strike, and never charges an upfront retainer to take on a case.

Practice Areas and Case Types We Handle

The legal team focuses exclusively on representing injured plaintiffs across complex civil claims. As dedicated accident and injury lawyers, the firm regularly manages cases involving:

• Car accident lawyers: Investigating rear-end collisions, distracted driving crashes, intersection impacts, and drunk driving wrecks across Green Bay Road, Ridge Avenue, and Lake Shore Drive.
• Truck accident lawyers: Taking on major commercial motor carriers, freight companies, and negligent semi-truck drivers who violate federal safety mandates.
• Motorcycle accident lawyers: Defending the legal rights of motorcyclists who sustain severe fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and road rash due to careless motorists.
• Bicycle injury lawyers: Protecting cyclists injured on Evanston bike lanes and neighborhood thoroughfares by negligent vehicle operators.
• Pedestrian injury lawyers: Standing up for pedestrians struck at crosswalks, sidewalks, and parking garages throughout the North Shore.
• Slip and fall injury lawyers: Holding negligent property managers, commercial storefronts, and residential landlords liable under Illinois premises liability statutes.
• Wrongful death lawyers: Seeking compassionate justice and substantial financial recovery for families coping with the tragic loss of a loved one due to fatal negligence.

Proven Record of High-Stakes Recovery and Recognition

Insurance carriers frequently attempt to minimize payouts, delay legitimate claims, or shift blame onto vulnerable victims. Abels & Annes, P.C. levels the playing field by preparing every claim as if it will proceed to trial. David Abels holds a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo, maintaining lifetime memberships in both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He has consistently earned recognition on Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Top 100 list and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, reflecting peer recognition given to the top fraction of attorneys across Illinois.

Zero Upfront Fees With Contingency Representation

Legal justice should be accessible to all accident victims regardless of their immediate financial situation. If you need to hire an attorney in Evanston after a serious wreck, Abels & Annes, P.C. works on a strict contingency fee agreement: no fee unless you win. You will not pay any out-of-pocket costs or hourly legal charges unless money is successfully recovered through a negotiated settlement or courtroom verdict. For injured residents speaking Spanish or Polish, bilingual support is readily available. Contact the firm 24/7 to schedule a free consultation and discuss your recovery options with an experienced legal advocate.