Getting to Know Oak Park: Facts and Local Guide

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The Kryder Law Group has helped residents of Oak Parkfor decades. Our firm handles car, truck and motorcycle accidents for those injured in Oak Park, Illinois. We also handle workers’ compensation claims, premises liability claims, medical malpractice and all types of personal injury claims.

Learn more about Oak Park, Illinois in our local guide including information about:

 

Oak Park, Illinois at a Glance

Where it’s located: 9 miles away from Chicago, IL

Founding Date: 1902

Population: 52,381

County: Cook

Notable People and Fun Facts:

  • Carl Rogers, psychologist, author and researcher
  • Frank Lloyd Wright, architect and writer
  • Dan Castellaneta, actor and voice of cartoon character Homer Simpson
  • Betty White, actres

Oak Park lies on top of the shore of the ancient, glacial “Lake Chicago.” The long arm of beach gravel and sand that formed between Lake Chicago and the Des Plaines Bay is known as the “Oak Park Spit.” The period 1892-1950 saw the construction of almost all of the housing stock in Oak Park, and most of the village’s current buildings. In 1976, the village was designated an “All American City” and is today still a model community for dealing with the manifest complications of life in a “small town” in the middle of a metropolitan region filled with millions of residents.

 

Oak Park Local Resources

Oak Park Police Department
Address: 123 Madison St, Oak Park, IL 60302
Phone Number: (708) 386 – 3800

The mission of the Oak Park Police Department is to provide high-quality law enforcement services that are accessible to all members of the community. Oak Park Police officers believe in the dignity of all people and respect individual and constitutional rights. The Department follows a community based policing philosophy that relies on citizen involvement, problem solving, ethical behavior, leadership and the value of employees. This philosophy and its values guide interactions both within the Police Department and the community. Oak Park Police Officers work to promote quality of life by maintaining and improving peace, order and safety through excellence in law enforcement and community service.

Oak Park Fire Department
Address:  100 N Euclid Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone Number: (708) 358-5600

Oak Park has three fire stations that house a variety of apparatus from ambulances to ladder trucks and command vehicles. Fire Headquarters is located at 100 N. Euclid Ave. The Oak Park Fire Department provides emergency services including fire suppression, basic and advanced life support, hazardous materials mitigation and special rescues. Non-emergency activities include alarm registration, child auto seats inspections, public education and CPR/AED classes, station tours, pre-fire planning, as well as annual fire inspections of every commercial and public building in the Village.

Oak Park Clerks Office
Phone Number: (708) 358 – 5672

The Office of the Village Clerk records the proceedings of all Village Board meetings and special meetings; maintains all official legislative records, certifications and the Village seal; and monitors Village compliance with the Illinois Open Meetings Act and Illinois Freedom of Information Act.

Oak Park Public Library
Address: 34 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 6030
Phone Number: (708) 383 – 8200

Vision: To empower every voice in our community.
Mission: We share the information, services, and opportunities that fulfill Oak Park’s aspirations.
Community Aspirations: Literacy, Education, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, Empathy, Health, Safety, Affordability

 

Local Businesses & Restaurants in Oak Park

Below is a list of attractions, restaurants, and things to do in the surrounding area:

Rustico
Address: 722 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone Number: (708) 948 – 7855

Mediterranean eatery featuring tapas, entrees & pizzas in a rustic-chic setting with full bar.

George’s Family Restaurant
Address: 145 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Phone Number: (708) 848 – 4949

Relaxed venue serving an extensive menu of breakfast foods, plus American fare & global options.

Amerikas Restaurant
Address: 734 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone Number: (708) 613 – 4254

A menu featuring dishes with American & Latin flavors in a relaxed setting with outdoor tables.

The Little Gem Cafe
Address: 189 N Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone Number: (708) 613 – 5491

Relaxed choice for upscale fare, with live music & weekend brunch.

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
Address: 951 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Phone Number: (312) 994 – 4000

Oak Park Conservatory
Address: 615 Garfield St, Oak Park, IL 60304
Phone Number: (708) 725 – 2400

 

Local Education in Oak Park

Private Colleges / Universities

  • Dominican University
  • University of Chicago
  • Illinois Institute of Technology
  • DeVry University

Public Colleges / Universities

  • Chicago State University
  • University of Illinois at Chicago
  • North Eastern Illinois University

Community Colleges

  • Moraine Valley Community College
  • Joliet Community College

 

Local Crime and Accident Rates

According to data, The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Oak Park is 1 in 30.

 

Transportation Information

For public transportation, Oak Park is accessible from Chicago by service on the Green Line and the Blue Line at five CTA stations in Oak Park. Oak Park also has a station for Metra’s Union Pacific/West Line. Bus transit service within Oak Park and to other suburbs is also provided by the CTA and Pace.

 

Kryder Law Scholarships

College bound residents of Oak Park are invited to apply for the Kryder Law Group local scholarship. The legal team and staff at The Kryder Law Group, LLC are deeply committed to serving their communities. One way they fulfill this drive for service is by offering scholarships to college-bound students. Kryder Law would like to hear from a diverse group of applicants. It does not matter if you have just been accepted to college or if you are midway through your higher education. Topics change throughout the year, as well as the criteria and application materials, therefore make sure if interested in applying to the Kryder Law Group local scholarship, check on the website for updated information.

 

Why Residents of Oak Park, Illinois Have Chosen The Kryder Law Group, LLC to Handle Their Personal Injury Cases

The Kryder Law Group is a personal injury law firm servicing Oak Park, Illinois and surrounding areas. Each personal injury lawyer at the Kryder Law Group has years of experience and has handled hundreds of accident claims. Each injury attorney has handled Oak Park car, truck, bus and motorcycle accidents in the Oak Park, Illinois area. In addition, the injury lawyers at the Kryder Law Group have handled Oak Park work injuries, Oak Park dog bite injuries, Oak Park construction injuries, Oak Park slip and falls, Oak Park nursing home neglect cases and many other types of injury claims for residents of Oak Park, Illinois and surrounding neighborhoods. You can be confident each injury lawyer at the Kryder Law Group has the experience to handle your personal injury case and maximize the value of your personal injury settlement or jury verdict.

 

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Cases Handled by The Kryder Law Group, LLC for Residents of Oak Park, Illinois

If you have been injured in Oak Park, Illinois you need an experienced Injury Lawyer. The Kryder Law Group can handle the following types of cases if you live in Oak Park, Illinois:

  1. Oak Park Auto Accidents
  2. Oak Park Bus Accidents
  3. Truck accidents in Oak Park
  4. Slip and Falls at Oak Park stores or on property
  5. Work Injuries that occur at Oak Park businesses
  6. Commercial vehicle accidents that might happen in Oak Park with deliver trucks, Uber, Lyft, UPS, Fed Ex and Amazon
  7. Construction Accidents that occur at Oak Park, Illinois construction sites
  8. Vicious Animal Attacks that happen in Oak Park, Illinois
  9. Wrongful Death
  10. Medical Malpractice, Birth Injuries, Failure to diagnose that happen at Oak Park hospitals

 

Questions to Consider When Hiring a Oak Park Personal Injury Lawyer for Your Injury Claim

Is it worth hiring a Oak Park personal injury attorney for my personal injury claim?

If you have a serious injury, a Oak Park injury lawyer can help you maximize your recovery. An experienced lawyer, like those at the Kryder Law Group, know the value of your case and how to make an insurance company pay the maximum compensations for your pain and suffering. A personal injury lawyer can also help you recover lost wages and other compensation you may be entitled to.

How much is my Oak Park, Illinois injury claim worth?

Every case is different, but you may be entitled to lost wages, medical bills, future medical bills, disability, loss of a normal life compensation, money for pain and suffering. The personal injury lawyers at the Kryder Law Group can evaluate your case for free. See what you get in your free Oak Park personal injury evaluation below.

If I am injured in Oak Park, Illinois, How long will it take to settle my personal injury claim?

Some cases can be resolved quickly after your medical treatment has concluded. However, in other instances cases can take longer if the injury causes permanent disability. If you live in Oak Park, Illinois and would like to discuss your case call the Kryder Law Group for a free analysis of your case.

If I speak to a lawyer, what is included in My Free Personal Injury Consultation?

We offer free legal advice to people who live in Oak Park, Illinois. We like to understand the goals and expectations of every client before we begin. That is why the Kryder Law Group provides a free personal injury consultation to every client. If you live in Oak Park, Illinois we will provide a free legal consultation.

Here is what you will get in your free legal consultation:

  • We will evaluate the strength or weakness of your case.
  • We will identify all points of compensation you are entitled to.
  • We will evaluate the existence of available insurance.
  • We will discuss your injury and whether specialists are needed.
  • We will evaluate whether expert testimony is needed for your case.
  • We will listen to you and answer any questions you may have.

If you reside in Oak Park, Illinois the Kryder Law Group will provide you with a free evaluation. Just call our office and tell us about your case. There is no fee, unless we win. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

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    Settlements & Verdicts

    $7.5M
    $7.5 Million Recovered for a Construction Worker Injured on Site
    $3M
    $3 Million Recovered for the Family of a Person Struck by a Garbage Truck
    $2.2M
    $2.2 Million Recovered for a Salesperson Injured in an Automobile Collision
    $2M
    $2 Million Recovered for a Person Struck by a Speeding Vehicle While Waiting for the CTA Bus
    $1.4M
    $1.4 Million Recovered for a Computer Programmer Injured in a Slip and Fall
    $1.25M
    1.25 Million for a Veteran who Sustained Severe Leg and Arm Injuries in a Motorcycle Collision.  (Policy Limits)
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