Aurora Car Accident Attorney
Representing drivers, passengers, and pedestrians injured in crashes in Aurora and throughout Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Will, and Cook Counties. Free consultation, and no fee unless you win. Injuries…
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Aurora · Kane County · Chicagoland
Aurora Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyer
Terry W. Heady has spent 30 years representing seriously injured people and the families of those killed by negligence — in Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Will, and Cook County courtrooms, and in federal court. Free consultation, and no fee unless you win.
30 Years
Trying injury cases to verdict
9.3 / Superb
Avvo rating, Five Star certification
Top 100 Trial Lawyers – Illinois, The National Trial Lawyers (2026). Click the seal to view the listing.
Practice Areas
Serious injury cases, tried in Kane County and across Chicagoland
30 years focused on injury and employment law. That focus is what lets a solo practice go toe to toe with insurance defense firms.
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Verdicts and settlements
Most cases, regardless of the lawyer trying the case, settle before trial. However, lawyers who have proven themselves capable of trying cases before a jury obtain the best settlements.
$2,300,000
Medical Malpractice · Settlement
Young mother whose radiologist failed to properly review x-rays, resulting in a small bowel perforation, sepsis, and multiple surgeries.
$900,000
Med Mal · Jury Verdict, Will County
Physician found negligent for excessive prednisone prescription causing hip necrosis and bilateral hip replacement. No pre-trial offer was made.
$487,000
Auto · Jury Verdict, Kane County
Herniated disc requiring cervical fusion. The insurer withdrew a $50,000 offer before trial and denied causation.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its own facts, the applicable law, the venue, and the insurance coverage available.
Client Reviews
What clients have said
★★★★★
“I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Terry. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported and informed throughout the entire legal process. His dedication, professionalism, and attention to detail were truly exceptional. What stood out the most was his genuine care for my case — he took the time to explain every step and made sure I understood all my options. Thanks to his hard work, we achieved a fantastic outcome. I highly recommend Terry to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney!”
— Michele Cardona, Google review
“Terry was the one who seemed to really know the law… He worked very hard on preparing the case and impressed me with his work ethic.”
— Susana, client review
“I got my settlement in just a couple of months when I knew going in it could take years!”
— Marc, client review
Know Your Rights
You have no legal obligation to give a recorded statement
Soon after an accident you may be contacted by an insurance adjuster who represents the guilty party. Their objective will be to keep you from getting fair compensation for your injuries. Talk to a lawyer before you talk to them.
Free consultation. No fee unless you win.
Evening and weekend appointments available. The firm advances litigation expenses, and you owe nothing if the case does not result in a favorable judgment.
Call 630-892-8109