The type and layout of a road can influence the types of collisions most likely to occur in an area. Roads with intersections, stop lights, and stop signs may lead to failure-to-yield crashes which often include multiple cars colliding in a T-bone crash. Highways, expressways, and interstates usually involve high rates of speed and directional traffic separated by a median or a guardrail. Along these roadways, sideswipe accidents are relatively common and are likely to cause serious damage.
With the major expressways that feed into Chicago from the surrounding suburbs, sideswipe collisions are a common occurrence in the city and are one of the reasons that collisions enact such a devastating toll. From the financial impact of a crash like the physical destruction of a car to the emotion toll enacted when a loved one it injured, it is difficult to fully measure these losses but it is clear that a typical expressway accident can range from thousands to millions of dollars in total suffering. When a car accident in Chicago leaves you injured or harms your loved one, laws may provide you with certain protections and may entitle you to relief. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer in the area can help you understand your options and your rights if you have questions following an accident.
On Saturday night, shortly before 11:00 p.m., police confirmed that three vehicles collided on Lake Shore Drive and injured at least two. Officials believe that a northbound Jeep collided with two separate vehicles near the 1300 block of South Lake Shore Drive before the Jeep came to a rest. The suspected cause of the crash has not yet been released but authorities have reported that the Jeep sideswiped the two other vehicles and that charges are currently pending against the Jeep’s driver.
Both the driver of the Jeep and a passenger were injured in the crash and were assessed at the scene by emergency medical personnel. The victims were in need of greater medical help and were transported to area hospitals for assistance where their current conditions are not known.
When an accident occurs, it can be difficult for a victim to know where to turn for help or even if help as possible. At Abels & Annes, P.C., our personal injury attorneys strive to take the guesswork out of the legal process by offering all injury victims a free case consultation without obligation.
You can call us 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year toll free at 9855) 529-2442 or locally at (312) 924-7575 and you will speak with a licensed lawyer who will discuss your unique accident, your injuries, and your options for relief. Compensation may be possible to cover your losses including medical expense and pain and suffering depending on the facts surrounding your crash and who may be responsible for your injuries.
If you have been hurt, please do not suffer in silence. Call Abels & Annes, P.C. today and let us help you seek the help you deserve.
Prior Blog Entry:
NBA’s Ty Lawson Arrested on Suspicion of DUI, Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer Blog, published January 23, 2015.
Resource:
2 hurt in crash on Lake Shore Drive, by Alexandra Chachkevitch, Chicago Tribune, published January 25, 2015.