30+ Years
Legal Experience
About Tor Hoerman
After earning his law degree from Chicago-Kent School of Law in 1995, Tor Hoerman began his legal career at the defense firm Bullaro, Carton & Stone. He soon transitioned to the plaintiffs' firm Kralovec, Jambois & Schwartz, where he discovered his passion for advocating on behalf of injured clients. At K,J&S, Tor honed his courtroom skills at the Daley Center, spending his days either trying cases or arguing motions.
In 2003, Tor seized the opportunity to engage in tobacco and opioid litigation at The Simmons Firm in Alton, IL. Here, he quickly adapted to the complexities of mass tort litigation, working collaboratively to challenge major corporations. As a partner at Simmons, he played a pivotal role in the case against Purdue Pharma, which resulted in a significant settlement and contributed to the Department of Justice's successful criminal admissions from corporate executives.
In 2009, Tor realized his dream by founding TorHoerman Law, LLC, bringing his entire mass tort team with him. The firm, with offices in Edwardsville, Chicago, St. Louis, and Philadelphia, is recognized as a leader in mass torts and personal injury. Whether clients face injuries from workplace accidents, car incidents, defective drugs, or wrongful death, THL's experienced team is dedicated to pursuing justice.
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
Where did Tor Hoerman start his legal career?
Tor Hoerman began his legal career at the defense firm Bullaro, Carton & Stone.
What type of law does Tor Hoerman specialize in?
Tor Hoerman specializes in mass torts and personal injury law.
When did Tor Hoerman found his own law firm?
Tor Hoerman founded TorHoerman Law, LLC in 2009.
What significant case did Tor Hoerman work on at The Simmons Firm?
Tor Hoerman was a lead lawyer in the case against Purdue Pharma, resulting in a large settlement.
What is the focus of TorHoerman Law, LLC?
TorHoerman Law, LLC focuses on mass torts and personal injury cases.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Tor Hoerman 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 Tor for a free case review
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