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Types of Single Vehicle Accidents
Rollover crashes are the most frequent type of single-car auto accidents. In accidents of this kind, the driver loses control, leading to the car overturning onto its side or roof.
Other types of car crash accidents with only one vehicle include:
head-on collisions,
rear-end crashes, and
sideswipes where a driver hits a stationary object.
If your single vehicle accident was caused by hazardous road conditions like potholes, debris in the roadway, or inadequate signage, you might be eligible for compensation.
What Can Cause a Single Vehicle Accident in Chicago?
Single vehicle accidents can happen because of various factors, such as driver negligence, reckless driving, and distracted driving. Mechanical failure or defects, poor road conditions, and adverse weather conditions are other potential causes to consider.
In certain instances, an additional at-fault party could bear liability for the accident, such as a negligent automobile manufacturer or the municipality accountable for roadway maintenance.
Who Is Considered at Fault for a Single Car Accident?
In the state of Illinois, single vehicle accidents usually fit under a theory called negligence per se. In such cases, the law generally assumes fault on the part of the driver operating a vehicle involved. Although this is frequently associated with cases of drunk driving, it also frequently arises in the context of single car accidents.
How to Find Out Who May be at Fault
An experienced car accident attorney from our personal injury law firm will work hard to investigate your car accident case and pursue compensation for your car accident injuries from any potential negligent or at-fault parties.
What to Do After a Single Vehicle Accident
After single vehicle car crashes, prioritize your safety by moving away from the road if possible. Contact emergency services, and seek immediate medical attention, even for minor injuries. Document the accident scene with photos, note any hazardous conditions where the accident happened, and initiate an insurance claim promptly. Consult with a car accident lawyer to protect your legal rights.
Compensation Available to Single Auto Accident Victims
Victims of single auto accidents who suffer from serious injuries may be entitled to compensation such as:
medical bills and medical expenses,
lost wages,
pain and suffering,
property damage,
and more.
The exact amount depends on the specifics of the accident and the severity of the injuries. It’s crucial to consult with experienced Chicago car accident lawyers to ensure you receive fair compensation.
How Injured Passengers Can Decide Which Insurance Policy to Pursue in a Single Vehicle Accident
If the driver of the vehicle is clearly responsible for the accident, the injured passenger would proceed to initiate a legal action against the driver of the vehicle.
If a single car accident is caused by a mechanical failure or manufacturer defect, the injured passenger or driver has the option to seek compensation through a product liability claim against the vehicle manufacturer or the manufacturer of its parts. In these types of car accident cases, it is important for car accident victims to have experienced car accident attorneys on their side to help negotiate with the car insurance company.
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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
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$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
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$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
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$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
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$170,000
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$150,000
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