print this pageImportant things you must do and know. When someone you love was injured from the actions of an intoxicated person, there are some important things you must do and know.
First, you should know that “dram shop” laws in Illinois provide liability against the bars and nightclubs who served the intoxicated individual.
Second, you should know that “dram shop” liability does not require negligence by the bar club owner. Rather, it simply needs to be shown that the bar served or provided the alcohol to the intoxicated person illegally.
Third, you should know that the insurance company will do everything that they can to dispute the allegation that the person was intoxicated or that he got intoxicated at their bar or nightclub.
This is what you should do.
First, you should obtain the names and phone numbers of all witnesses who have knowledge of the fact that the individual was intoxicated and that the individual got intoxicated at defendants bar or nightclub.
Second, you should file a police report and have it documented that the individual is intoxicated.
Third, you should get the names of bar employees who may have personal knowledge of the incident.
Finally, you should retain an attorney immediately.
Your initial consultation with the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale is free and you will be under no obligation. We will discuss with you your rights and provide you a free and comprehensive evaluation of your case. We will explain to you in detail in steps involved in prosecuting your claim. At no time will you be charged a fee unless we collect.
At the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale, your questions are welcome. No office visit is necessary. If you are disabled, we will visit you at your home or hospital.
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