Experience.
Commitment.
Results.

Representing individuals and families in serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases throughout Illinois.

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Our practice

Your Case. Our Commitment.

We understand that every case is important to the person behind it, and we approach each one with the attention, preparation, and commitment it deserves.

Automobile and Trucking

Individuals injured in automobile or trucking accidents caused by another driver’s negligence may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, disfigurement, loss of quality of life, and lost earnings. Our firm represents individuals seriously injured as a result of negligent driving.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a physician, hospital, or other healthcare provider fails to meet accepted standards of care, resulting in injury or death. Our firm represents individuals and families harmed by medical negligence, including failures to diagnose, surgical errors, and improper medical treatment.

Wrongful Death

When negligence or wrongful conduct results in the death of a loved one, surviving family members may be entitled to compensation for their loss. Our firm has extensive experience representing families in wrongful death cases and helping them pursue accountability and financial recovery.

Nursing Home Negligence

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities must provide appropriate care and a safe environment. Negligence can lead to serious injury or death from falls, pressure sores, medication errors, neglect, or inadequate supervision. Our firm represents residents and families harmed by substandard care.

Police Pursuit & Liability

Police pursuits can cause devastating injuries to innocent motorists, passengers, and pedestrians. When officers engage in reckless or unjustified pursuit tactics, injured individuals may have claims against the responsible officers or governmental entities. Our firm investigates these incidents and pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages when legally recoverable.

Premises Liability

Property owners have a duty to exercise reasonable care to keep their premises safe. Our firm represents people injured by dangerous conditions on residential, commercial, or public property, including slip-and-fall accidents and other preventable injuries, as well as dog bite cases.

About the firm

Experience. Preparation. Personal Attention.

At Paul L. Jacobs Law Group, we combine decades of litigation experience with a commitment to thorough preparation and personalized representation. Our firm represents individuals and families in serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases, approaching each matter with careful attention to detail and a determination to achieve the best possible result. We understand that every case is unique and believe every client deserves experienced counsel, individual attention, and a strong advocate for their interests.

A distinct perspective

Experience on Both Sides of the Courtroom

Before dedicating his practice exclusively to representing injured individuals and their families, Paul L. Jacobs represented physicians, hospitals, and healthcare systems at a prominent Chicago defense firm. This experience provided him with valuable insight into how insurance companies, healthcare providers, and defense attorneys investigate, evaluate, and defend personal injury and medical malpractice claims. Today, he draws upon that knowledge to anticipate defense strategies, identify potential weaknesses in opposing arguments, and develop effective approaches to litigation. This unique perspective, combined with decades of experience, allows our firm to approach each case with the preparation, strategy, and attention to detail necessary to advocate effectively for our clients.

Case results

A Record of Results

Our firm has successfully represented individuals and families in a wide range of personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. The following settlements reflect our commitment to thorough preparation, dedicated advocacy, and achieving meaningful results for our clients.

$1,687,500
Settlement

Wrongful Death · Medical Malpractice

$1,100,000
Settlement

Wrongful Death · Medical Malpractice

$1,100,000
Settlement

Medical Malpractice

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Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case depends on its own facts and circumstances.

Attorney profile

Paul L. Jacobs

Learn more about Paul L. Jacobs’s background, legal experience, professional credentials, and approach to representing injured clients.

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Office Address
161 N. Clark Street, Suite 2925
Chicago, Illinois 60601

Telephone: (312) 543-7806
Fax: (312) 971-3526
Email: pjacobslaw@gmail.com
Website: www.pljlawgroup.com

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