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John J. Malm & Associates has been ranked the No. 1 Car Accident Law Firm in Naperville for 2026 by TrustAnalytica, an independent consumer trust and analytics platform that evaluates professional service providers nationwide. The designation reflects the firm’s consistent record of client satisfaction, professional integrity, and results-driven advocacy in motor vehicle accident cases, under…

When you’re injured in a car accident, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether to accept or reject a settlement offer from an insurance company. Insurers often make an initial offer early in the claims process, but that amount may not fairly compensate you for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and…

Dog attacks and bites remain a significant public safety and legal issue in Illinois. While dogs are beloved companions for millions of households, preventable dog attacks can lead to severe physical injury, emotional trauma, and substantial financial loss for victims. If you or a loved one has suffered a dog attack due to someone else’s…

Winter weather brings both beauty and danger to roads across Illinois and the United States. Snow, ice, and sleet significantly increase the risk of crashes, particularly multi-vehicle pileups, which occur when a collision involving multiple vehicles cascades in quick succession. These catastrophic incidents can result in extensive property damage, serious injuries, and fatalities. Understanding the…

In a personal injury claim, the ability to prove that an injury was caused by another party’s negligence plays a critical role in whether a case succeeds and how much compensation a victim may recover. Some injuries are clear and well-documented, such as broken bones, open wounds, or severe lacerations, but others are much more…

When an insurance company denies a wrongful death claim, the decision often arrives quietly: by letter, with careful language and firm conclusions. Liability is rejected. Responsibility is shifted. For a grieving family, the denial can feel definitive, as though the matter has already been decided. But an insurance denial is not a final determination of…

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, one of the most important steps in your recovery, and in documenting your injuries for a potential legal claim, is orthopedic imaging. Even in crashes where you initially feel “fine,” imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans can uncover hidden trauma, guide appropriate medical…

Placing an aging parent in a nursing home can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging decisions a family confronts. Many adult children worry not only about their parent’s well-being but also about whether they will be held responsible for paying huge nursing home bills. Long-term care in a nursing facility often runs…

Impaired-driving crashes are among the most devastating and preventable tragedies on Illinois roads. Victims often face overwhelming medical bills, long recoveries, and emotional trauma, and they need to understand the legal tools available to pursue compensation. In this blog, we discuss how civil liability works after an accident caused by an impaired driver in Illinois,…

A single emergency-room visit after a car accident raises an important question for many injured people: is that initial ER care enough to support a personal-injury claim, or do you need ongoing treatment, referrals, or specialist care to recover compensation? The short answer is: yes, you can file a car-accident claim if your only medical…