Chicago, IL (October 4, 2024) – A Pennsylvania truck driver is dead after a multi-vehicle crash in West Chicago.
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Authorities said the 54-year-old man was driving a semi-truck south on Route 59 near Stimmel Street at about 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 2, when the crash, which involved at least one other vehicle, occurred on the northbound side of the highway. The impact of that crash caused the semi-truck to roll and collide with two more vehicles, another commercial vehicle, and a passenger car.
The unnamed truck driver was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The drivers of the other three vehicles were also taken to hospitals with injuries not considered life-threatening, police said. Although no more information is currently available in the interim, the incident is being investigated by the Illinois State Police’s accident unit. Troopers also asked any witnesses with additional information to come forward.
We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased man’s family. Our thoughts also go out to the injured victims and their loved ones at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Illinois
Trucking companies and their insurers exist to provide support to their respective industries and are not looking out for victims’ best interests following a crash. They are responsible for persuading plaintiffs to settle for the bare minimum or, in certain instances, for nothing. Victims of truck accidents should have an advocate, and a Chicago-area truck accident attorney knows what it takes to fight these claims. Moreover, the driver is not always liable when a truck crash occurs; their employer, the maintenance fleet, or even the truck manufacturer may also be to blame. Fault can be difficult to determine in these incidents, so consulting with an attorney is essential.
Determining the cause is the initial stage in identifying potential faults involving multiple parties. Unfortunately, truck collision victims often sustain catastrophic, life-altering injuries and do not have the time to deal with a personal injury case on their own. When extended periods of recovery are factored in, truck accident victims typically face serious financial adversity following such an incident. By retaining the services of a Chicago truck accident attorney to hold any negligent party accountable, you can recover the damages you’ve suffered as a result of an 18-wheeler crash and avoid further hardship.
Our truck accident attorneys at Ankin Law have extensive experience litigating and resolving 18-wheeler accident claims on behalf of injured Illinois victims. Call our truck accident lawyers in Chicago at 844-600-0000 to learn more about your compensation options after a major truck accident. We offer free consultations, where you can tell us more about your case.
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