--- title: Personal Injury News | MARIO PALERMO (14) description: Mario Palermo is the Founder and Lead Attorney at Palermo Law Group in Oak Brook, Illinois. For over 30 years, he has worked tirelessly to help injury victims and their families in their times of need. He is a seasoned authority on civil litigation, and also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a prestigious group of trial lawyers who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Mr. Palermo has been named a “Leading Lawyer” by his peers in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. 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For over 30 years, he has worked tirelessly to help injury victims and their families in their times of need. He is a seasoned authority on civil litigation, and also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a prestigious group of trial lawyers who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Mr. Palermo has been named a “Leading Lawyer” by his peers in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. Find me on: ### Recent Posts Aug 01 [![](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(19).png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/illinois-car-accident-statistics-2023) ## [Illinois Car Accident Statistics for the First Half of 2023](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/illinois-car-accident-statistics-2023) The first half of 2023 has been a deadly one on Illinois roads. According to data from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), there have been 654 fatalities in 600 fatal crashes so far this year. While the good news is that this is a..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/illinois-car-accident-statistics-2023) - August 1, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/illinois-car-accident-statistics-2023#comments-listing) - [Car Accidents](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/car-accidents) Jul 25 [![](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(18).png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/managing-anxiety-after-dog-attack) ## [Managing Anxiety and Fear After Being Attacked by a Dog](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/managing-anxiety-after-dog-attack) [read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/managing-anxiety-after-dog-attack) - July 25, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/managing-anxiety-after-dog-attack#comments-listing) - [Dog Bites & Attacks](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/dog-bites-attacks) Jul 21 [![](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(17).png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/access-camera-footage-after-an-accident) ## [How to Access Traffic Camera Footage After an Accident](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/access-camera-footage-after-an-accident) [read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/access-camera-footage-after-an-accident) - July 21, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/access-camera-footage-after-an-accident#comments-listing) Jul 11 [![hit-by-uber-driver](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/hit%20by%20uber%20driver%20(1).png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/hit-uber-driver-rights) ## [Hit by an Uber Driver? Know Your Rights](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/hit-uber-driver-rights) Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatic experience, especially when it involves a rideshare service like Uber. If you've been hit by an Uber driver and suffered any kind of bodily injury, it's essential to understand your rights and take..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/hit-uber-driver-rights) - July 11, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/hit-uber-driver-rights#comments-listing) Jul 05 [![car-accident-license-insurance](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/no%20license%20or%20insurance.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/car-accident-license-insurance) ## [Understanding Your Rights: When You've Been in a Car Accident with No License or Insurance](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/car-accident-license-insurance) Being involved in a car accident is a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially if you’ve suffered any form of bodily injury in the crash. But what happens when you find yourself in this situation without a valid driver's license or..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/car-accident-license-insurance) - July 5, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/car-accident-license-insurance#comments-listing) - [Car Accidents](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/car-accidents) Jun 28 [![usps-dog-bite-policy](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/usps%20dog%20bite%20policy.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/usps-dog-bite-policy) ## [USPS Dog Bite Policy: What Every Mail Carrier Needs to Know](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/usps-dog-bite-policy) As a mail carrier, you provide an essential service to your community, but you also face unique occupational safety challenges, one of which is encountering dogs while on your route. Dog bites can result in severe injuries and emotional trauma,..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/usps-dog-bite-policy) - June 28, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/usps-dog-bite-policy#comments-listing) - [Dog Bites & Attacks](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/dog-bites-attacks) Jun 25 [![14-hour-rule](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/14%20hour%20rule.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/14-hour-rule-truck-drivers) ## [The New 14-Hour Rule for Truck Drivers: What You Need to Know](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/14-hour-rule-truck-drivers) [read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/14-hour-rule-truck-drivers) - June 25, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/14-hour-rule-truck-drivers#comments-listing) - [Truck Accidents](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/truck-accidents) Jun 20 [![settlement-check](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/car%20accident%20settlement%20check.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/value-car-accident-settlement-check) ## [Factors That Affect the Value of Your Car Accident Settlement Check](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/value-car-accident-settlement-check) If you've been involved in an auto accident, one of the crucial aspects of your recovery process is obtaining a fair settlement for your injuries and damages. Understanding the factors that influence the value of your car accident settlement check..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/value-car-accident-settlement-check) - June 20, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/value-car-accident-settlement-check#comments-listing) - [Car Accidents](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/car-accidents) May 23 [![truck-accident-injury](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/injured%20in%20a%20truck%20accident.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/injured-truck-accident-compensation) ## [Injured in a Truck Accident? You May Be Entitled to Compensation](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/injured-truck-accident-compensation) As a personal injury lawyer, I have seen countless cases of individuals who have been injured in a truck accident. These types of accidents can be life-threatening and result in serious injuries that impact a person's life for years. Especially when..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/injured-truck-accident-compensation) - May 23, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/injured-truck-accident-compensation#comments-listing) - [Truck Accidents](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/truck-accidents) May 16 [![delivery-driver-dog-bite-injury](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/delivery%20driver%20dog%20bit%20injury.png)](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/delivery-driver-dog-bite-injuries) ## [Delivery Driver Dog Bite Injuries Have Lasting Effects: How A Lawyer Can Help](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/delivery-driver-dog-bite-injuries) Delivery drivers play an essential role in our society, ensuring that we receive our packages and meals on time. Between Amazon, USPS, UPS, FedEx, and other delivery services, so many American workers are out delivering packages daily. However, with..[read more →](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/delivery-driver-dog-bite-injuries) - May 16, 2023 - [MARIO PALERMO](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo) - [No Comments](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/delivery-driver-dog-bite-injuries#comments-listing) - [Dog Bites & Attacks](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/tag/dog-bites-attacks) - - [12](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/12) - [13](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/13) - [14](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/14) - [15](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/15) - [16](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/16) - ### Request a Free Legal Consultation ### Recently Published ## Recent Outcomes ### $1.3 Million Mr. Palermo obtained $1.3 million dollars for an airline employee who was injured on the job. ### $800,000 Palermo obtained $800,000 for the family of 63-year-old woman who died after gallbladder removal surgery. ### $400,000 Palermo obtained $400,000 for a 28-year-old woman from Aurora that was the victim of a hit-and-run. ![PLG-vert-300](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/hubfs/Imported%20images/PLG-vert-300.webp) ### PALERMO LAW GROUP 1415 W. 22nd Street Tower Floor Oak Brook, IL 60523 [630-684-2332](https://www.palermolawgroup.com/blog/author/mario-palermo/page/630-684-2332) [mario@palermolawgroup.com](mailto:mario@palermolawgroup.com) ### Helpful Links - [Personal Injury Lawyer](https://palermolawgroup.com/personal-injury-lawyer-chicago/) - [Personal Injury FAQs](https://palermolawgroup.com/faq-personal-injury-questions/) - [Car Accident Lawyer](https://palermolawgroup.com/car-accident-lawyer/) - [Testimonials](https://palermolawgroup.com/testimonials/) - [Se Habla Español](https://palermolawgroup.com/se-habla-espanol/) ### CONNECT WITH US - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PalermoLawGroup/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mariopalermolawgroup/) © 2026 | Palermo Law Group - All Rights Reserved.