How much does it cost to hire David for a car accidents case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does David offer a free consultation?

David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

How long do car accidents cases in Illinois typically take?

Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can David take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

David is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is David accepting new car accidents clients right now?

David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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David Abels, Car Accidents Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites

PartneratAbels & Annes, P.C.

Chicago, IL

Practicing car accidents in Chicago since 1994.

32+: Years practicing
2: Bar admissions

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David Abels is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Abels & Annes, P.C..

Based in: Chicago, IL
Experience: over 32 years
Known for: Car Accidents · Construction · Dog Bites

Handles Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites matters from Chicago, IL.
Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David Abels

David concentrates on car accidents, construction, dog bites, general, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Chicago, Illinois

David takes car accidents matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Chicago, Illinois

David takes construction matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Dog Bites cases in Chicago, Illinois

David takes dog bites matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

General cases in Chicago, Illinois

David takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Chicago, Illinois

David takes medical malpractice matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David Abels — Over 32 years of Illinois car accidents experience

David Abels is a law partner at Abels & Annes, P.C. concentrating in personal injury, auto accident, premises liability and wrongful death cases. He often handles bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle crashes, truck collisions, and many other areas of personal injury law. He has successfully collected millions of dollars for his clients and has focused on handling personal injury cases since 1997.

Honors

From 2016-2020, Dave has been on the Top 100 Lawyer List published by Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters. There are more than 90,000 attorneys in Illinois, so the selection places him in approximately the top one-tenth of one percent. Further, Dave has been a Super Lawyer every year since 2014. This distinction is for the top five percent of attorneys in our state.

Additionally, Dave has a “10.0 Superb” personal injury lawyer rating from AVVO, a legal website that rates lawyers based on overall legal experience.

Dave is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Membership in the Million Dollars Advocates Forum is for attorneys who have won million dollars verdicts, awards and settlements. Membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum is for lawyers who have acted as counsel in at least one multi-million dollar verdict, award, or settlement.

Education

Dave was born in Chicago and grew up in Evanston, Illinois. He graduated from Evanston Township High School in 1987. He was an avid hockey player and later became captain of Evanston’s high school hockey team.

In college, Dave continued to play hockey for the University of Wisconsin at Madison on the junior varsity team. In 1991, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from UW Madison.

After college, Dave continued his education at the John Marshall Law School in Chicago. In 1994, he received his juris doctor degree from John Marshall and was sworn in to the Illinois Bar that same year. He is also a member of the Arizona State Bar.

Prior Legal Experience

Soon after becoming licensed in Illinois, Dave joined The Henry County State’s Attorney’s Office, in Cambridge, Illinois. There, he prosecuted traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases. He tried numerous bench trials and over 20 jury trials as an ASA.

His experience at the State’s Attorney’s Office was incredibly valuable for his legal career. Almost immediately after law school he was gaining experience that most lawyers don’t obtain until many years later. His courtroom battles prepared him well to fight for the rights of those seriously injured in accidents.

After leaving the State’s Attorney’s Office, Dave returned to Chicago and worked for a criminal defense firm. There he mainly worked on felony criminal cases in Cook County, Illinois. Most of his time was spent in the criminal courtrooms at 26th & California in Chicago.

In 1997, Dave decided that he wanted to spend his career in personal injury law where he could fight for the rights of accident victims. He went to work a personal injury law firm in Chicago and has been working on injury cases ever since. Later, he became a law partner at that firm.

Abels & Annes, P.C., a Personal Injury Law Firm Since 2008

In 2008, Dave formed a new partnership with Gary Annes, a well-known personal injury litigator in Chicago. The law firm of Abels & Annes, P.C. was born with the goal of fighting for the rights of those injured through negligence of others.

Partnering with Gary has allowed the firm to provide comprehensive services to its clients from the first day of a case through its resolution. While at Abels & Annes, P.C., Dave has fought to collect millions of dollars in settlements for his clients and has a solid track record of success.

Dave has represented clients in several high profile cases. This has resulted in him speaking on several news programs.

The name Abels & Annes, P.C. has been mentioned in news publications as far away as the Washington Post, the Miami Herald, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the Huffington Post. He was recently interviewed by USA Today in an article titled “Here are 6 lifesaving (and money-saving) tips for when you get in a car crash”.

A Chicago Accident & Injury Lawyer Available 24/7

Dave prides himself on making his clients happy and obtaining strong results. Further, he understands that sustaining injuries in an accident can be the most difficult time in someone’s life.

As the reviews from his clients indicate, Dave gets the job done right. And to prove that point, most of the law firm’s new business comes from his old clients referring new ones.

Dave’s goal from the outset of every case is to serve the best interests of the clients. With every case he handles, Dave fights for the best possible outcome. He is definitely willing to take on the insurance companies and do what is right for injured victims.

Dave recognizes that people need help at all hours. This is why the law firm of Abels & Annes, P.C. always has a personal injury attorney standing by 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

David's approach to car accidents cases

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, construction, and dog bites matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

David Abels's legal education and bar admissions

John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 1994
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A. · 1991

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

Arizona
2010 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1994 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

David Abels's office in Chicago

David's primary office is at 100 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1710, Chicago, IL, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Abels & Annes, P.C.

100 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1710

Chicago, IL 60602

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Abels — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Abels

How much does it cost to hire David for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
David is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new car accidents clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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