Charleston, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

Serving Central & Southern Illinois Since 1996

A personal injury claim can result from someone’s negligence, recklessness, or an intentional act. Although you may have the right to seek justice after an injury, filing a successful claim and negotiating for a fair settlement is far from easy. In the more than 25 years since our firm opened its doors, our attorneys have successfully represented individuals and families in Charleston, IL and across Central and Southern Illinois who have suffered serious personal injuries. We fight for our clients inside and outside the civil courtroom to pursue fair compensation on their behalf.

Call (217) 394-5885 to get started on your case today.

Our Practice Areas

Type of Cases We handle

Building a Strong Personal Injury Claim

Our personal injury lawyers understand how accidents and injuries result not only in devastating pain, suffering, and medical expenses, but cause a disruption from everyday life, the loss of income, and the need for future treatment. Depending on the needs of your case, we will retain the very best experts from the medical profession. We routinely work with an excellent network of surgeons, radiologists, toxicologists, and forensic pathologists. We also retain experts from various disciplines, including accident reconstructionists, civil engineers, economists, and other industry specialists.

Contact Our Lawyers Today for a Free Case Review

If someone in your family has suffered a catastrophic injury or you believe you may have a wrongful death claim, do not wait to involve The Tapella & Eberspacher Law Firm. We handle cases throughout Central and Southern Illinois and St. Louis, Missouri. We offer a free case evaluation during which we will discuss your legal situation, options, and what to do next.

To discuss your case and how we can help you, call (217) 394-5885 or contact us online. Our Charleston, IL personal injury attorneys are standing by!

A History of success

millions recovered for our clients

Wrongful Death $5,900,000 Verdict
Hospital Negligence $5,400,000 Settlement
Medical Malpractice $4,000,000 Settlement
Tractor Death and Injury $2,400,000 Settlement
Medical Malpractice $2,100,000 Settlement
Truck Accident Resulting in Eye Injuries $2,000,000 Settlement
Negligent Care $1,750,000 Verdict
Product Liability $1,750,000 Settlement
Hospital Negligence $1,245,000 Settlement
Worker Killed by a Pickup Truck Driver $1,200,000 Settlement

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Client testimonials

The opinions that matter most

“Highly recommended.”
- Wendy G.
“Bill is very hard-working and he has a great team as well. They go above and beyond.”
- Donna S.
“When I got hurt, I almost lost everything. Bill Tapella was there for me and helped me put my life together.”
- Brenda M.

The Right Attorney can make a Difference

Unwavering Dedication
We will fight for a just outcome & won’t give up in the face of difficult or unexpected challenges.
A Record of Proven Results
Over our hundred years of combined legal experience, we have recovered millions of dollars for injured clients.
Respected in Our Community
When attorneys need an attorney, they call us. Over 200 attorneys routinely refer clients to our capable & qualified team.
Compassionate Advocacy
We genuinely care about the outcome of your case & commit to standing by your side every step of the way.
Committed to Our Clients
We pride ourselves in going the extra mile to make all of our clients feel comfortable, well-informed, and secure.

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