Lake County, IL (August 14, 2025) – A 79-year-old woman is in critical condition after being struck by a car on Wednesday afternoon, August 13. The incident occurred around 1:50 p.m. on Big Hollow Road near Leonard Avenue in Ingleside.
According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the elderly woman was walking in the roadway when she was hit by a Nissan Altima driven by a 41-year-old woman from Wood Dale. Investigators indicated that the driver attempted to swerve to avoid the pedestrian but was unable to do so in time. Fortunately, the driver and a small child in the back seat were not injured in the crash.
The elderly woman was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident with the help of the Lake County Sheriff’s Technical Crash Team.
Our thoughts are with the injured woman and her loved ones, and we wish her a full and speedy recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Illinois
Pedestrian accidents are unfortunately common in many parts of the country, including Lake County. The elderly, like the woman involved in this recent incident, are particularly vulnerable. In many cases, the circumstances leading to such accidents may involve issues like impaired visibility, distractions, or pedestrians walking in the roadway when it’s not safe. While the investigation is ongoing in this case, it highlights the importance of both pedestrian safety and driver awareness.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), pedestrian fatalities have been on the rise in recent years, especially in urban areas. In fact, a large number of these incidents occur at intersections or in places where pedestrian traffic is high. This underscores the need for safer walkways, better lighting, and stronger awareness campaigns for both drivers and pedestrians.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident, it’s essential to understand your legal rights. A pedestrian accident lawyer can help you navigate the legal complexities and secure the compensation you may deserve, especially in cases involving severe injuries or medical expenses. Legal professionals can also help determine liability, whether it involves driver negligence, pedestrian carelessness, or other contributing factors.
At Ankin Law, LLC, we are committed to helping those affected by personal injury accidents. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident or any other accident, call us today at (844) 600-0000 for a free consultation.
Let Ankin Law, LLC help you move forward during this difficult time.
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