Chicago, IL (January 27, 2025) – Officers have released an update related to a collision that took place over the weekend, adding that a 69-year-old Des Plaines man died Sunday morning, January 26, at Lutheran General Hospital from injuries sustained in the two-car crash.
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The identity of the driver is not being released until family members have been notified, according to the Arlington Heights Police Department. Police said the crash occurred at around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday at the intersection of Lake Cook Road and Bloomington Avenue, in the very northwest section of the Village. It shut down the road for several hours for crash cleanup and an investigation.
Police and fire personnel responded to the scene of the crash, which was originally reported at Lake Cook and Wilke Roads. It was quickly located further west at Bloomington Avenue. That said, no additional details were released, and an inquiry is still ongoing.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family members of the deceased man.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Illinois
A wrongful death is legally used to denote a casualty resulting from another party’s negligence and occurring in an accident. That said, proving that another party was indeed negligent and caused the accident is a complicated matter that requires the knowledge and skills of an Illinois car accident lawyer.
After the death of a loved one or family member, eligible individuals may pursue civil litigation with the assistance of legal counsel to recover damages. Litigation damages may consist of funeral expenses, pain and suffering experienced before the decedent’s passing, bereavement-related losses of companionship, and additional damages. Moreover, penalties may be imposed by the courts in cases involving severe negligence, such as driving while drunk or otherwise intoxicated.
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When a loved one’s death is caused by the carelessness or deliberate actions of another individual, it is an unfathomable tragedy. Whether your objective is to obtain justice or seek counsel, our skilled team will provide you with the essential information to understand and effectively maneuver wrongful death laws in Illinois.
Do not waste your time and energy trying to handle the aftermath of a fatal accident on your own; you deserve the best possible representation you can get at this devastating time in your life. Do not wait to contact Ankin Law’s wrongful death attorneys in Normal for a free consultation at 844-600-0000.
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