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Founder/Trial Lawyer
Shane P. Keane-Founder/Trial Lawyer
Shane P. Keane has dedicated his career to representing individuals in complex and catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, including injuries arising out of automobile collisions, construction negligence, excessive force, dog bites, premises liability, and medical negligence. Shane also represents injured workers and railroad workers injured due to unsafe conditions in the workplace. Shane is a trial lawyer with jury and workers’ compensation trial experience. He is a zealous advocate for each and every one of his clients. Shane has been involved in numerous high-profile and multi-million dollar cases.
Shane has beens recognized as a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and a Super Lawyers Rising Star which is awarded to only 2.5% of attorneys in Illinois.
Fighting for Justice
Shane is a committed and aggressive advocate with extensive experience going up against some of the largest corporations and insurance companies in the country. Chicago personal injury lawyer Shane Keane is not afraid to stand up for the little guy, and he has a passion for helping those in need. He is committed to serving all of his client’s needs and being available for them 24/7. Shane will keep fighting until justice is served and his clients get the compensation they deserve.
Compassion and Understanding
Shane takes great pride in working with his clients on a personal level and helping them through difficult situations they never expected to be in. He has represented individuals and families following catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, burn injuries, amputations, and families who have suffered the untimely loss of a loved one. Shane knows that catastrophic injuries affect not only the individual but the family as a whole. Shane takes great pride in putting people first while representing individuals and families.
Serving Clients Throughout Illinois
Shane handles personal injury and workers’ compensation matters throughout the Chicagoland area and Illinois. He earned his law degree from Loyola University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois where he attended on a merit scholarship. Following law school, Shane immediately went to work for a prominent Chicago personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm. During law school, he was on the Dean’s List while also working at a Downtown Chicago personal injury law firm. Prior to law school, Shane earned his Bachelor in Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Shane is an Illinois native and grew up in Joliet, Illinois.
Chicago personal injury lawyer Shane Keane is an active member in several bar associations, including the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Chicago Bar Association, Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association, and Illinois State Bar Association.
Our Practice
Tenacious & Aggressive Personal Injury Attorney
Shane P. Keane is an experienced trial attorney committed to representing individuals and families throughout Illinois in personal injury and wrongful death cases arising from the negligence and carelessness of others. Shane is a skilled attorney focused on areas of complex personal injuries and deaths resulting from car accidents, construction accidents, premises liability, excessive force, dog bites, bicycle and pedestrian accidents, trucking accidents, defective products, and medical malpractice. Shane has the knowledge and experience necessary to help you through this difficult process. Shane knows that serious personal injuries and wrongful deaths cause more than just physical harm. He will fight for you every step of the way and make sure justice is served.
From day one, Shane Keane prepares to take your case to trial. He is not afraid to go up against the biggest corporations and insurance companies in the country. Shane takes every step necessary to help you get justice and fair compensation through settlement. He will not be intimated into taking a low settlement offer. Shane is a highly skilled and passionate advocate and will not stop fighting until you get what you deserve.
Shane prides himself on being available to you whenever you need us. He is committed and dedicated to you and your family.
After an accident, many people don’t know what to do next. There are a number of small things you can do to give your case the best chance at being successful:
- Call 911 Even if the other individual tells you not to, promptly report your accident and injuries to the police. When the police arrive, be cooperative, stay calm, and don’t’ admit fault or assign blame.
- Document the scene For example, take pictures of the vehicles involved if it was a car accident or the defect that caused you to fall if it is a premises liability case, and also take pictures of your injuries. The more documentation the better.
- Seek immediate medical attention The longer you wait, the worse you injuries might become. Even if you don’t have visible injuries, the shock and adrenaline from the accident might mask serious injuries. Make sure you tell your doctors exactly what happened and follow the doctor’s recommendations.
- Do not speak with the insurance company It is very important to first speak with an attorney before signing or saying anything. You do not want to say or sign anything that will cost you the chance at fair and just compensation.
- Keep a journal. Doing so will help you remember details that would otherwise be forgotten, details that could help your case at court. You will want to record information about your disabilities as a result of your injuries such as your inability to drive, your inability to dress yourself, the degree of pain you felt when performing everyday tasks, the amount of help you needed to perform daily tasks, activities you can no longer do, the way the injury changed your life, and any permanent life changes that resulted from your injuries.
- Keep good records. You should keep a list of all the doctors you have seen and keep track of doctor bills and all expenses associated with your injuries including home nursing care, special clothing, medications, transportation costs, therapy, injections, and rehabilitation.
- Do not discuss your injury or how it happened with anyone other than your doctors or attorney, unless your attorney advises you to do so.
