Despite that traffic fatalities in the United States decreased in 2010, pedestrian deaths reportedly rose by more than four percent and injuries rose almost 20 percent. Some reportedly believe distractions from the use of electronic devices likely contributed to the spike. Unfortunately, most police departments do not maintain data regarding…
Living in a busy urban area can be very hazardous for pedestrians. Too often motorists fail to keep a proper lookout for people crossing the street, and sometimes the consequences can be deadly. This past weekend there were several accidents in the Chicago land area. In one incident, a motorist…
As a Chicago pedestrian accident lawyer, I can tell you that in my experience these types of collisions tend to increase during summer months. Our office started working on a case last month where a pedestrian was killed while crossing in a crosswalk. Now comes word of another deadly accident,…
Illinois pedestrian accident attorneys at our office are in the process of trying to resolve a case for a woman that was struck by a car crossing the street in a crosswalk. The claim arises out of an automobile vs. pedestrian collision which took place on September 18, 2011 at…
A young woman was struck and killed as she walked across the street in Palatine the other day during evening rush hour. The fatal Chicago pedestrian accident happened as the woman was making her way to the train station, heading for Chicago. The woman, Yesenia Enriquez, 24, was killed on…
Could an increase in Metra rates lead to more bicycle and pedestrian accidents? According to the Daily Herald, the Metra fares will be increasing by about 30 percent for 10-ride tickets and for monthly passes. At the beginning of the year, many residents switched over to Metra to avoid higher…
According to Governor Pat Quinn, the Illinois Safe Routes to School Program will be offering communities and schools districts nearly $22 million to help ensure safe routes to school for children who bike or walk to school. This program is federally funded and is used to help reduce the risks…
According to the Chicago Pedestrian Plan and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), our city has seen an 8 percent decrease in the number of pedestrian accidents from 2005 to 2009. Among all large U.S. cities, our city has the fifth-lowest pedestrian fatality rate. While that may be something for…
Throughout the remainder of the year and through the holiday season, parking lots will serve as the backdrop for many accidents in Chicago and elsewhere. Shoppers, drivers and pedestrians should be cautious in these areas to avoid an accident.Our Chicago personal injury attorneys urge residents to be cautious of negligent…
Four children and an adult were sent to the hospital and were listed in critical condition because of a rollover car accident in Illinois on Interstate 94. The accident happened when another vehicle reportedly cut off an SUV on the interstate, according to the Chicago Tribune. It all took place…