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Chicago, IL – I-57 Site of Injury Auto Accident, Vehicle Fire at Dixie Hwy

Chicago, IL - I-57 Site of Injury Auto Accident, Vehicle Fire at Dixie Hwy

Chicago, IL (August 31, 2022) – On the afternoon of August 31st, two cars collided on the right side of Interstate 57, prompting a response from the Chicago Police Department.

Close to around 1:25 p.m., police officers arrived on the northbound side of I-57 at the Dixie Highway to begin their investigation. The responding authorities reported significant delays in traffic back to Tri-State Tollway, and emergency medical technicians rushed to the location to assess the situation and treat any wounded people there. Chicago Fire Rescue units also arrived to extinguish a vehicle fire caused by the initial crash.

No official count has been made of the injured, although news footage seemed to show at least two individuals being taken to a local hospital.

However, the police have not provided any updated information. The Chicago Police Department has asked that anybody with further details about the event get in touch as they proceed with their investigation at this time.

We hope for a speedy and complete recovery for the injured victims involved in today’s accident.

Injury Car Accidents Reported in Chicagoland

There were over 97,000 collisions in the state of Illinois in 2013; sadly, 910 of these events have resulted in the deaths of over 1,025 individuals. Distracted and reckless driving, hitting a stationary object, and going too fast are the three most common causes of deadly automobile accidents throughout the state, per traffic researchers.

While accidents sometimes happen on two-lane roads, four- and six-lane highways account for the vast majority of deaths and severe injuries in Cook County. What’s more, the statistics show that the Chicago area accounts for 25% of all accidents in Illinois.

Victims of car accidents often find themselves paying for another person’s carelessness. Moreover, damage to one’s mind and wallet may be just as damaging as broken bones in the aftermath of these unfortunate incidents. Needless to say, any Chicago resident who suffers injuries in a vehicle crash caused by another driver’s negligence should get in touch with a lawyer without delay.

You have the right to sue for damages in Illinois if you were hurt in an automobile accident that was someone else’s fault. A vehicle accident attorney in Illinois can help you understand your legal rights and alternatives after an accident. For instance, if you try to negotiate with the irresponsible driver’s insurance company on your own, you may find it difficult to settle for a fair amount.

But because of our in-depth familiarity with state and local regulations, you may rely on the D&W Law Group to carefully examine each and every fact behind your accident claim. If you’ve been injured in an accident in Chicago, Illinois, please contact our legal firm right away. Reach a representative at 312-888-8888 to learn more about scheduling an initial consultation at no cost to you and yours.

In the event that you have been hurt in a car accident in Chicago, our personal injury attorneys can assist you in gathering evidence and determining the next steps. If necessary, we will go to court to defend your rights and exhaust every option to deliver justice to you and your loved ones.

Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources, including news reports, police accident reports, social media posts, and sometimes eyewitness accounts, to compose these posts. Our firm has not independently verified any of the facts surrounding this particular accident, therefore, if you locate any information that is not correct, please let us know right away. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. We will remove a post upon request. 

Disclaimer: This is not a solicitation for business.  The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you or a loved one is injured in an accident, always seek medical assistance as soon as possible. The photo used in this post was not taken at the described accident scene.

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