Accident News

Benton, IL – Four-Car Crash, Injuries Close I-57 at MM 68

Benton, IL (November 17, 2024) – Troopers with the Illinois State Police said a four-vehicle crash tied up traffic on I-57 in Franklin County and resulted in injuries on Friday afternoon, November 15. The Franklin County Emergency Management Agency first alerted the public at 4:20 p.m. on November 15 of a traffic crash along Interstate

Chicago, IL – Two Hurt in School Bus Accident on Todd Farm Dr

Chicago, IL (November 16, 2024) – Two people, including an elementary school student, were hurt when a school bus collided with a car Wednesday afternoon in northwest suburban Elgin. Police said the crash happened shortly after 2:00 p.m. near Todd Farm Drive and Braeburn Drive. A School District U-46 school bus carrying 37 students in

Chicago, IL – Fatal Auto Accident Closes I-55 at LaGrange Rd

Chicago, IL (November 15, 2024) – One person has died after a crash on the Stevenson Expressway early Thursday morning, November 14, Illinois State Police and the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office said on Friday. The person who died was not immediately identified, but officers added that three people were also hurt in the incident. According to

Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Chicago, IL – Deadly Vehicle Collision Occurs at Rte 25 & Fabyan Pkwy

Chicago, IL (November 10, 2024) – A man died on Sunday, November 10, following a crash in Geneva, Illinois. Geneva and Batavia Police officers, along with the Batavia Fire Department, arrived at the accident, initially found at 4:55 a.m., near the intersection of Route 25 and Fabyan Parkway. A preliminary investigation indicated that the incident

How Long Do You Have to Sue for a Birth Injury in Chicago?

The Illinois statute of limitations for medical malpractice is two years, but exceptions apply. For example, Chicago parents may have up to eight years after a child’s birth (or even longer) to sue for a birth injury. Work with an attorney to clarify the time limits in your case and to file as promptly as possible.