If you or your loved one has suffered severe injuries while walking in Hoffman Estates, seek legal representation from a skilled Hoffman Estates pedestrian accident lawyer in our personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers.
Pedestrian accidents can result in serious injuries or even fatalities, and you deserve to have someone working for your rights and seeking the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
In this Article
Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right-of-Way in Illinois?
In Illinois, pedestrians generally have the right-of-way in intersections and crosswalks.
However, this does not mean that they are immune to causing accidents or being found partially at fault for an accident. It is important for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and follow traffic laws to avoid accidents.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents that Lead to Personal Injury Cases
Some common causes of car accidents involving pedestrians include:
Distracted driving: Often caused by texting, eating, or other distractions, this is a top cause of pedestrian accidents.
Speeding: Exceeding speed limits reduces drivers’ reaction times, making it harder to stop for pedestrians.
DUI: Impaired judgment and slower reactions from driving under the influence can lead to serious pedestrian accidents.
Failure to yield: Drivers must give way to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections, but failing to do so can cause accidents.
Poor road design or maintenance: Neglected sidewalks and poorly lit areas increase pedestrian accident risks.
What Are the Most Common Injuries Pedestrians Suffer in Accidents with Vehicles?
Pedestrians involved in accidents with vehicles can suffer a wide range of injuries and catastrophic injuries, including:
How Can a Hoffman Estates Personal Injury Lawyer Help Injured Pedestrians?
A personal injury lawyer can assist accident victims with a personal injury claim by:
Gathering evidence and reconstructing the accident to determine liability.
Negotiating with insurance companies to secure fair compensation.
Representing you in court to fight for your rights with a personal injury lawsuit if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
Seeking Compensation for Pedestrian Accidents
In Illinois, pedestrians who are injured in accidents caused by the negligence or recklessness of another party can file personal injury claims to seek compensation including:
Medical bills and other medical expenses
Lost wages or other lost income and loss of earning capacity
Personal injury lawyers determine fault in a pedestrian accident and identify who was negligent or broke the law. This can include:
Drivers who were speeding, under the influence, or distracted.
Local governments responsible for poor road conditions or crosswalks.
Pedestrians can also be at fault in motor vehicle accidents if they ignored traffic signals or walked into traffic illegally.
Contact a Hoffman Estates Injury Attorney Today
If you or your loved one has been involved in a car accident or a pedestrian accident in Hoffman Estates, yu may have a valid personal injury case. Do not hesitate to seek legal representation by calling our law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
We offer a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can evaluate your case and outline your legal options.
If you or your loved one has suffered severe injuries while walking in Hoffman Estates, The Kryder Law Group, LLC can help you.
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$3 Million
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$2.2 Million
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$2 Million
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$1.5 Million
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$1.4 Million
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$800,000
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$660,000
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$550,000
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$550,000
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$500,000
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$460,000
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$450,000
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$425,000
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$425,000
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$415,000
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$400,000
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$370,000
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$315,000
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$310,000
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$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
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$250,000
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$250,000
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$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
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$219,000
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$200,000
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$190,000
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$175,000
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$170,000
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$150,000
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