Manteno Township, IL (November 24, 2024) – A 69-year-old man from Bourbonnais died on November 21 after a head-on collision in Manteno Township. Bob Gessner, the coroner of Kankakee County, reported that Mike Evans was declared deceased at a hospital in Kankakee at 7:10 a.m.
According to the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Department, Evans was traveling north on 4000E Road near 6000N Road at around 6:15 a.m. A 48-year-old man from Dyer, Indiana, was operating the second vehicle as it made its way south on 4000N Road, and the two collided head-on. The man was taken to an area hospital with unknown injuries.
The details of the crash are still being investigated, and the cause of the collision is under inquiry as well. In the interim, officers continued to talk to witnesses with additional information about the cause of the accident.
We offer our deepest condolences to the family of Mike Evans.
Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Illinois
Fatal car accidents in Illinois are a tragic and persistent issue, with hundreds of lives lost each year on the state’s roads. Moreover, key contributing factors include distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving, and hazardous weather conditions. And, of course, high-traffic areas, such as Chicago’s expressways, pose additional risks due to congestion and reckless driving behaviors.
On top of that, legal liability in fatal car accidents can be complex, often involving multiple parties—such as the at-fault driver, vehicle manufacturers (in cases of defective equipment), and even government entities if road conditions or poor signage played a role. Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning that fault can be shared between parties, and victims’ families may face challenges in pursuing claims if they are found partially responsible. For families of the deceased, pursuing justice often requires navigating a tangled legal system, dealing with insurance companies, and ensuring fair compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, and loss of income.
Thankfully, with the help of a Manteno Township personal injury attorney from Ankin Law, you can hold the negligent party liable for your losses while focusing on recovery. Our lawyers will take the burden off you by handling your claim from start to finish, ensuring you get the maximum compensation available.
We will build a solid case to get you and your grieving family the compensation you deserve so you can emotionally recover and move forward from this tragic and unexpected incident. Call our car accident lawyers in Manteno Township at 844-600-0000 to learn more about your options after a major vehicle crash. We offer free consultations, where you can tell us more about your case.
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