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Dennis Fitzgerald

Dennis Fitzgerald, Attorney at Law

Tinley Park, Illinois · 30 Years Experience

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About Dennis Fitzgerald

A Tinley Park native, Dennis Fitzgerald brings 30 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, he worked for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Board, giving his unique insight into how claims are evaluated. He now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.

Healthcare Worker InjuriesNeedlestick InjuriesWorkers Compensation

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • FMLA
  • ADA Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Dennis Fitzgerald works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Illinois. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Dennis Fitzgerald handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Illinois, including Healthcare Worker Injuries, Needlestick Injuries, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Illinois, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Dennis immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Dennis Fitzgerald's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 30 years of experience in Illinois workers' comp law, Dennis knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Dennis Fitzgerald primarily serves clients in Tinley Park and the surrounding Illinois area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Illinois and were injured at work, contact Dennis's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. University of Virginia School of Law
  • Bar Illinois State Bar, admitted 1996
  • Mbr Illinois Workers' Compensation Bar Association