The Deratany Law Firm

The Deratany Law Firm The personal injury attorneys of The Deratany Law Firm have recovered over $500 million for our clients.

The Chicago Personal Injury Attorneys of The Deratany Firm have won millions for clients across Illinois & Florida. Since 1992, we have been concentrating on Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Wrongful Death, Adoption Negligence and Motor Vehicle Accident cases helping victims receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries. Medical Malpractice: Birth Injury, Cerebral Palsy,

Nursing Home Abuse, Surgical Errors, Failure to Diagnose;

Motor Vehicle Accidents: Car Accident, Head-On Collision, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident, Boat Accident, Taxicab Accident;

Serious / Fatal Injuries: Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Slip & Fall, Dog Bites, Wrongful Death;

Public Transit Accident: Bus Accident, Train Accident, Plane Accident, Subway Accident, Taxicab Accident, Tour Bus Accident;

Consumer Protection: Product Liability, Lead Paint, Lead Poisoning, Mesothelioma, Asbestos, Motor Vehicle Defects;

Adoption Negligence, Construction Accidents, Environmental Law.

Please join us in congratulating Jay Paul Deratany on once again being selected to Super Lawyers!This year marks an incr...
05/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating Jay Paul Deratany on once again being selected to Super Lawyers!

This year marks an incredible milestone - Jay has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for 21 consecutive years, dating back to 2006.

Super Lawyers honors outstanding attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement through a rigorous selection process that includes nominations, independent research, and evaluations by fellow attorneys. Only a select number of lawyers receive this distinction each year.

Jay’s continued recognition is a testament to his dedication, compassion, and relentless advocacy for his clients. Congrats, Jay! 👏⚖️

https://profiles.superlawyers.com/illinois/chicago/lawyer/jay-paul-deratany/190c5e8d-51cf-4f5a-979a-efda65fff2b2.html

When should you seek legal help for a brain injury? You should seek legal help for a brain injury as soon as you have re...
04/30/2026

When should you seek legal help for a brain injury?
You should seek legal help for a brain injury as soon as you have reason to believe someone else’s negligence caused or contributed to it. This includes brain injuries from car and truck accidents, falls, medical negligence, workplace incidents, and assaults. The sooner an attorney can begin investigating, the better positioned your case will be when it comes time to pursue compensation. Want to know more? Our blog explains: https://lawinjury.com/when-should-you-seek-legal-help-for-a-brain-injury/

Not every brain injury leads to a legal claim, but many do. Learn when to seek legal help after a TBI, what strengthens a case, and why timing matters.

"Anna suffered an unimaginable loss, but at least her family no longer has to worry about being able to afford the care ...
06/14/2025

"Anna suffered an unimaginable loss, but at least her family no longer has to worry about being able to afford the care she needs,” said attorney, Thomas Stewart, a partner with Deratany and Kosner. “From the very first day, this case was about getting justice for Anna. Hearing the jury’s verdict and knowing that we were able to achieve that justice provided an immense feeling of happiness - and frankly, relief. We’re honored that the Wyrwal family trusted our firm with this case.”


32-Year-Old Woman Left in State of Unresponsiveness Following Negligent Emergency Care at Chicago Hospital CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Cook County jury has awarded a $43,330,947.34 verdict to the Estate of Anna …

This year, Deratany & Kosner is celebrating 30 years among Chicago's top personal injury law firms. Throughout the years...
12/28/2023

This year, Deratany & Kosner is celebrating 30 years among Chicago's top personal injury law firms. Throughout the years, we've made it our goal to let our shared passion for advocacy and justice guide us through every case. With over $500 Million recovered on behalf of our clients and several historic verdicts in Chicago and nationwide, we consider ourselves fortunate and thankful for the fruitful years.

On behalf of all of us at Deratany & Kosner, thank you so much for your support!

https://mailchi.mp/f13d89895651/new-years-2024

If you got hurt on the job, you may be eligible for more financial recovery than your workers' compensation claim offers...
12/27/2023

If you got hurt on the job, you may be eligible for more financial recovery than your workers' compensation claim offers you. For example, suppose the fault lies with a third party, like a subcontractor, a manufacturer of faulty equipment, or some other entity other than your employer. In that case, you may be able to file an additional lawsuit seeking damages. To learn more about your potential third-party claim, visit lawinjury.com/personal-injury/ 🚜🤕

We have made it to another holiday as a trusted personal injury law firm, and it’s all thanks to you! We appreciate all ...
12/24/2023

We have made it to another holiday as a trusted personal injury law firm, and it’s all thanks to you! We appreciate all of you – our clients – for supporting us throughout the years and trusting us to pursue justice on your behalf. Happy holidays! ✨🎄❄️

At Deratany & Kosner, we believe that our clients shouldn't fear not being able to afford legal representation. That is ...
12/21/2023

At Deratany & Kosner, we believe that our clients shouldn't fear not being able to afford legal representation. That is why we offer a free case evaluation to all prospective clients, and if you choose to retain us, we work on a contingency fee basis. You will not have to pay attorney fees unless a favorable verdict or settlement is reached on your behalf. If we are not successful, you pay us nothing. ⚖️👩🏽‍⚖️

Behind every successful case is a team of dedicated attorneys, experts, and paralegals, putting in their joint energy an...
12/18/2023

Behind every successful case is a team of dedicated attorneys, experts, and paralegals, putting in their joint energy and experience to guarantee your desired outcome.

Get the Deratany & Kosner legal team on your side today at lawinjury.com. 🤝

Did you know Foster Boy, the movie, has over 3,000 positive reviews on Amazon Prime? The 2020 courtroom drama was produc...
12/15/2023

Did you know Foster Boy, the movie, has over 3,000 positive reviews on Amazon Prime? The 2020 courtroom drama was produced and written by our own Jay Paul Deratany. Make Foster Boy your next watch! 🍿🎬 amazon.com/Foster-Boy-Matthew-Modine/dp/B08FKT816Y

A high-powered corporate lawyer (Matthew Modine) and an angry young man who has suffered in a corrupt foster care system (Shane Paul McGhie), must work together to find justice and expose the immorality of for-profit foster care.

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