Elgin, IL

Jared Staver

Jared Staver is a founding attorney who has practiced personal injury law for over 25 years, fighting for clients' compensation and leveling the playing field against insurance companies.

Kent M. Lucaccioni

Kent M. Lucaccioni founded the firm of Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd. and has built his reputation representing seriously injured clients in all areas of personal injury law including medical malpractice, automobile and trucking negligence, nursing home negligence, construction negligence, premise liability, professional negligence as well as representing the families of wrongful death victims. As one of the leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois, Mr. Lucaccioni has obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements and jury verdicts. At the age of 30, Mr. Lucaccioni was one of the nation’s youngest injury attorneys to win a million dollar verdict on behalf of his injured client. In over 30 years of practice, Mr. Lucaccioni has established himself as one of the leading trial attorneys in the state.

Andrew S. Kryder

Andrew Kryder is the founding member of The Kryder Law Group LLC. With over 20 years of litigation experience, Andy has focused his practice on personal injury matters. He has compiled an impressive record of Verdicts and Settlements, distinguished himself as a litigator at the Circuit Court and Appellate Court levels, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. The firm has recovered over $100 million dollars in compensation for thousands of clients.

Carol O'Connor Cadiz

Carol O'Connor Cadiz is the owner and attorney at O'Connor Cadiz Accident and Injury Law, practicing since 1996. She graduated from DePaul University College of Law in 1996 and holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. She is licensed in Illinois and the Northern District of Illinois (Federal Court). Carol is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, serving clients in Kane, Cook, DuPage, Lake, and McHenry counties. She focuses on personal injury and long-term disability cases, emphasizing personalized client service and clear communication. She is a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and a national lawyer group.

Ronald F. Wittmeyer, Jr.

Ronald F. Wittmeyer, Jr. is the founding and managing attorney of Law Offices of R. F. Wittmeyer, Ltd., with over thirty years of experience in plaintiffs’ personal injury law. He is committed to aggressively prosecuting cases for injured clients, ensuring they receive full and adequate compensation. Mr. Wittmeyer is admitted to practice in Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and is Board Certified as a Civil Trial Attorney by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 1982 and holds a BA in Political Science from Southern Illinois University. Before becoming an attorney, he worked as an insurance adjuster for five years. He is a former Chairperson and President of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association and a founding member of the Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers organization. He received the Illinois Super Lawyers Award in 2007.

Marina Y. Safarov

Marina Y. Safarov is an attorney specializing in personal injury law, known for her compassionate and zealous advocacy. She believes in open communication with clients to achieve successful outcomes. Marina graduated from The John Marshall Law School, earning four CALI Excellence for the Future Awards, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Roosevelt University. She is fluent in Russian and English. Prior to joining the firm, Marina represented both plaintiffs and defendants in various accident cases, giving her a comprehensive understanding of legal strategies. She is actively involved in community service, including Outreach Community Ministries and the Pro Bono Help Desk.

Larry A. Appelbaum

Larry A. Appelbaum is a dedicated attorney with over 37 years of experience, focusing on catastrophic personal injury, construction litigation, professional negligence, automobile accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death cases. He earned his law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois. Larry has a diverse legal background, including experience as a trial attorney and staff counsel for major insurance companies. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, and the Lake County Bar Association. He received the American Jurisprudence Award in Insurance Law and the Vernon Hills Park District Community Service Award in 2024.