Introduction
GWC Injury Lawyers, LLC, is one of the largest personal injury and workers’ compensation law firms in Illinois. With more than 40 years of experience, the firm has represented thousands of clients and recovered over $2.5 billion in verdicts and settlements. Its attorneys are known for their commitment to working people, particularly members of organized labor, and for their ability to handle high-stakes cases involving catastrophic injuries, workplace accidents, and wrongful death.
Founded on the principle of advocating for injured individuals and their families, GWC has grown to include over 20 attorneys and multiple office locations throughout Illinois. From its headquarters in Chicago, the firm provides statewide coverage, making it accessible to victims in urban, suburban, and rural communities alike.
Areas of Practice
GWC Injury Lawyers provides comprehensive representation across a wide range of practice areas:
- Workers’ Compensation – Advocacy for injured employees, including union laborers, construction workers, healthcare staff, and industrial employees. Claims cover medical benefits, wage replacement, disability compensation, and vocational training.
- Construction Accidents – Representation for union tradesmen and construction professionals injured by defective scaffolding, electrical hazards, unsafe equipment, or OSHA violations.
- Personal Injury – Litigation for victims of motor vehicle accidents, defective products, slip and falls, and other negligence-based injuries.
- Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents – Cases involving catastrophic collisions, commercial trucking incidents, and uninsured motorist claims.
- Medical Malpractice – Claims against hospitals and physicians for negligent care, surgical mistakes, or misdiagnoses.
- Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect – Representation for elderly residents harmed by mistreatment or neglect.
- Wrongful Death – Advocacy for families pursuing compensation for the loss of a loved one caused by negligence.
- Class Actions and Mass Torts – Large-scale litigation on behalf of groups harmed by corporations or defective products.
This breadth of practice allows GWC to handle nearly any injury-related case while leveraging its resources for complex litigation.
Case Results
The firm has a history of securing record-setting verdicts and settlements, including:
- $20 million settlement for a union laborer who suffered a catastrophic spinal injury on a construction site.
- $13.75 million settlement for a tuckpointer who sustained brain injuries in a scaffold collapse.
- $6.3 million recovery for a union electrician injured by faulty equipment.
- $6.1 million settlement for victims of a truck accident.
- $6 million settlement for a conveyor operator injured by defective machinery.
- Numerous multimillion-dollar recoveries in workers’ compensation and wrongful death cases.
These results highlight the firm’s ability to litigate against powerful corporations and insurers while securing justice for clients.
Legal Philosophy
GWC Injury Lawyers is guided by a philosophy of trial readiness, labor advocacy, and client-centered service. Attorneys prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which compels defendants to negotiate seriously and ensures clients receive full value for their claims.
The firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless compensation is recovered. With a long history of representing union members, GWC emphasizes accessibility, integrity, and a strong commitment to protecting working-class families.
Recognition
GWC Injury Lawyers and its attorneys have been recognized with numerous honors:
- Consistently ranked among Illinois’s top personal injury and workers’ compensation firms.
- Multiple attorneys selected to Super Lawyers and Leading Lawyers.
- Recognition in Chicago Lawyer Magazine as one of the state’s top settlement firms.
- Leadership roles in professional associations, including the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and the Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association.
Client Experience
Clients describe GWC as professional, compassionate, and aggressive in litigation. Testimonials highlight attorneys’ responsiveness, clear explanations, and persistence in securing maximum compensation. Many union clients emphasize that the firm treats them with respect, reflecting its roots in advocating for laborers and working families.
The firm is also known for maintaining close communication, with attorneys and staff available to answer questions promptly and keep clients informed throughout the legal process.
Offices and Contact Information
GWC Injury Lawyers maintains offices across Illinois, with its main location in downtown Chicago:
- Chicago Office:
GWC Injury Lawyers, LLC
111 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 999-9999
Additional offices are located in Burr Ridge, Libertyville, Rockford, Naperville, Joliet, Schaumburg, Waukegan, and Champaign.
Website:
www.gwclaw.com
Conclusion
For more than four decades, GWC Injury Lawyers has stood as a leading advocate for personal injury and workers’ compensation victims in Illinois. With billions recovered, a trial-ready approach, and a reputation for representing working people and their families, the firm continues to deliver meaningful results.
By combining courtroom strength with client-centered advocacy, GWC Injury Lawyers remains a trusted partner for individuals and families seeking justice and financial recovery after serious injuries or workplace accidents.