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Frank H Byers II

Frank H Byers II

Law Offices of Frank H Byers II

48+ Years

Legal Experience

About Frank H Byers II

Frank H Byers II has been serving the legal needs of Macon County, Illinois, since 1977. His career began at the family-run Byers & Byers, which later expanded to Byers, Byers & Greenleaf. Following his father's retirement, Frank joined Fuller, Hopp, McCarthy, Quigg & Byers as a partner. In 1995, he founded Frank H. Byers, II, Ltd., a full-service litigation firm that represents clients in both state and federal courts across Illinois.

The firm specializes in a wide range of practice areas, including personal injury and wrongful death litigation for plaintiffs and defendants, worker’s compensation claims for claimants and employers, and discrimination litigation. Additionally, Frank's firm handles Social Security Disability applications, family law matters such as custody, divorce, and support, as well as estate planning, probate litigation, and real estate transactions.

Beyond these areas, the firm also advises on business organization and consulting, assists with governmental approvals for zoning and licensing, and handles mechanic’s liens and contract disputes. The firm is well-versed in traffic and criminal defense litigation. Frank H. Byers, II, Ltd. has a strong record of trying numerous jury and bench trials and has extensive experience in briefing and arguing appeals in both state and federal appellate courts.

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

Personal Injury
Divorce
Workers' Compensation
Probate
Criminal Law
Animal & Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Car Accidents
Construction Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Premises Liability
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Collaborative Law
Contested Divorce

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 areas of law does Frank H Byers II specialize in?

Frank H Byers II specializes in personal injury, wrongful death, worker’s compensation, discrimination litigation, estate planning, and criminal defense.

Where does Frank H Byers II practice law?

Frank H Byers II practices law in Macon County, Illinois, and appears in both state and federal courts.

When did Frank H Byers II begin his legal career?

Frank H Byers II began his legal career in 1977.

What firm did Frank H Byers II establish in 1995?

In 1995, Frank H Byers II established the firm Frank H. Byers, II, Ltd.

Contact Information

160 West Main Street Decatur IL 62523
Decatur, IL
2178753301 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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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 Frank for a free case review

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