Introduction
Taxman, Pollock, Murray & Bekkerman, LLC (TPMB Legal) is a Chicago-based trial law firm dedicated exclusively to representing injured individuals and their families. Founded by four established attorneys, the firm has grown quickly into one of the city’s fastest expanding plaintiff-focused practices. Its lawyers emphasize thorough preparation, use of expert witnesses, and a trial-first strategy that ensures cases are ready for court when settlement is not sufficient. With more than $750 million secured in verdicts and settlements, the firm’s record reflects both depth of experience and an unwavering focus on client recovery.
Areas of Practice
- Car Accidents – Advocacy for victims of vehicle collisions, including rideshare, drunk driving, and multi-vehicle crashes.
- Truck Accidents – Litigating claims against trucking companies and drivers where negligence, fatigue, or maintenance failures lead to serious injuries.
- Motorcycle Accidents – Representation for riders hurt by inattentive or reckless drivers.
- Construction Accidents – Pursuing claims for workers injured on job sites due to unsafe conditions or defective equipment.
- Medical Malpractice – Holding hospitals and physicians accountable for surgical errors, misdiagnosis, or neglect.
- Nursing Home Abuse – Addressing negligence and mistreatment in long-term care facilities.
- Product Liability – Taking action against manufacturers for defective or unsafe consumer products.
- Wrongful Death – Supporting families seeking accountability after fatal accidents or negligence.
- Workers’ Compensation – Representing employees injured on the job in claims against employers and insurers.
Case Results
- $67,000,000 work injury verdict
- $27,000,000 work accident recovery
- $21,000,000 construction accident result
- $18,600,000 construction accident settlement
- $18,500,000 auto accident settlement
- $18,000,000 medical malpractice result
- $12,400,000 construction accident settlement
- $7,200,000 medical malpractice recovery
Legal Philosophy
TPMB Legal approaches each case with rigorous preparation and an insistence on accountability. The attorneys prepare for trial from the start, leveraging expert testimony in fields such as medicine, engineering, and workplace safety. They stress client-centered service, handling legal burdens so clients can focus on recovery. All matters are taken on contingency, ensuring that clients pay nothing unless compensation is obtained.
Recognition
The firm and its partners have received peer recognition through organizations such as Super Lawyers and Best Law Firms. Their attorneys are consistently honored