If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries in a highway motor vehicle accident in Chicago due to the recklessness or negligence of another driver, a Chicago highway car accident lawyer at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are here to assist you.
In this Article
What Causes Chicago Car Accidents on the Highway?
The most common causes of serious injuries in Chicago car accidents on the highway that our car accident lawyers see include:
Speeding and carelessness: Fast driving and disregard for laws.
Distracted driving: Texting, calling, or eating.
Drunk driving: Alcohol and drugs.
Fatigue: Long trips can induce drowsiness.
Vehicle defects: Mechanical issues in motor vehicle accidents.
Are Interstate Highways More Dangerous than State Highways?
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), in 2023 there were 1,245 fatalities on Illinois’ roads. Almost 40% of these fatalities, or 479 deaths, happened on State/US Routes. Just 14%, or 172, of the deaths in 2023 occurred on Interstate highways. There were 2.8 times more deaths on state highways compared with Interstates.
Interstate highways, while designed for faster traffic with wider lanes and improved visibility, can pose risks due to high speeds that can result in more severe injuries and accidents for car accident victims. State highways, despite lower speed limits, may see increased accidents due to their proximity to residences, intersections, and frequent stops.
What Type of Compensation Can I Recover After a Highway Accident?
A Chicago car accident attorney may seek compensation for victims of highway accidents that can include medical bills and expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. In fatal car accidents where a loved one is lost, families may also receive compensation for wrongful death.
Can I Seek Compensation If I Am Partially At Fault for a Highway Accident?
Yes, under Illinois’ comparative negligence law for auto accidents, you can still seek compensation even if you are partially at fault for the accident.
How Much Is My Car Accident Claim Worth?
To determine the value of your case and give you an idea what to expect, experienced Chicago car accident attorneys analyze the details of the auto accident, including:
Who was at fault?
How much was the property damage?
How severe were the injuries, and what was the impact the personal injury had on the client’s daily life?
What past and future wages were lost?
What past and future medical expenses are there?
How much emotional distress is the client suffering?
What is the insurance company coverage?
What Will a Highway Car Accident Attorney Do for Me?
A highway car accident claims attorney:
Manages all aspects of the compensation claim process.
Collects and analyzes evidence from the accident scene and police report.
Negotiates and handles all communication with insurance companies for maximum compensation.
Represents you if the case goes to court.
Provides legal advice to help you make informed decisions.
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
Take the first step toward justice. Schedule a free consultation with a personal injury attorney at our law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers.
In this session, we’ll assess your case, discuss your options, and answer your questions. We work on personal injury claims on a contingency basis – you pay us only when we win your case.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Tyler S.
I was involved in a pretty serious car accident. I had to have surgery and could not work. I initially hired a lawyer that I was not familiar with. The communication was lacking and I felt like I was not a priority. After several months of patiently waiting for things to improve, I decided to look for another attorney. Read More…