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Joseph Murphy

Joseph Murphy

39+ Years

Legal Experience

About Joseph Murphy

Joseph D. Murphy leads as the president of Meyer Capel. After law school, he served a two-year clerkship with a federal district court judge. Mr. Murphy began his legal career at a Wall Street law firm, where he developed expertise in trademark licensing and intellectual property litigation.

He later joined a Washington, D.C.-based firm, focusing on franchise litigation and counseling. In 1994, Mr. Murphy returned to Champaign-Urbana to join Meyer Capel. Since then, he has concentrated his practice on intellectual property, including franchise licensing, as well as telecommunications.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Business Law
Communications & Internet Law
Intellectual Property
Business Contracts
Business Dissolution
Business Finance
Business Formation
Business Litigation
Franchising
Mergers & Acquisitions
Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Internet Law
Media & Advertising
Telecommunications Law

Illinois Car Accident Laws

Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$20K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph D. Murphy's role at Meyer Capel?

Joseph D. Murphy serves as the president of Meyer Capel.

What areas of law does Joseph D. Murphy specialize in?

He specializes in intellectual property and telecommunications law.

Where did Joseph D. Murphy begin his legal career?

He began his legal career at a Wall Street law firm.

What was Joseph D. Murphy's focus at the Washington, D.C. firm?

His focus was on franchise litigation and counseling.

Contact Information

306 W Church St Champaign IL 61820
Champaign County, IL
2173521800 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Joseph Murphy for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Joseph for a free case review

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