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
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
Need Legal Help?
Contact Joseph Murphy for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Joseph for a free case review
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