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Chicago, IL – Man on Scooter Hit & Killed in Pedestrian Wreck on W Erie St in South Austin

Chicago, IL - Man Hit & Killed in Pedestrian Wreck on W Erie St in South Austin

Chicago, IL (April 28, 2022) – A 35-year-old man died after he was hit by a semi-truck driver on Chicago’s West Side Thursday afternoon, April 28.

According to officers with the Chicago Police Department, the man was riding on a scooter in the 4700 block of West Erie Street when he entered the intersection with North Cicero, located in the South Austin neighborhood. A truck driver traveling southbound through the intersection hit the man as he crossed the street.

Medics rushed the man to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The CPD’s Major Accident Investigation Unit is investigating the collision, and no citations have been issued at this time. Witnesses are asked to contact the police with any additional information.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased man.

Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Illinois

Across the country, pedestrian deaths have increased by more than 30% in recent years, despite the fact that the number of deaths caused by other types of vehicle accidents has generally decreased. This unfortunate trend is mirrored throughout Illinois, home to some of the busiest cities in the United States, including Chicago, Springfield, and Bloomington, where pedestrians face an increased risk of serious injury or death in auto collisions.

In fact, the Cook County area consistently leads the state in pedestrian deaths. According to officials from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), pedestrian fatalities reached a five-year high in 2019, with over 100 fatalities in Cook County alone. Sadly, when victims suffer injuries or are killed in wrecks caused by the reckless actions of others, they and their family members are the ones who pay the price.

Whether they’re forced to cope with emotional trauma or exorbitant financial expenses, those affected by these serious incidents may feel like they have nowhere to turn in the aftermath of a serious accident. Oftentimes, injured victims or grieving families face an uphill battle with at-fault drivers and insurance negotiations, leaving them to deal with unimaginable stress.

If you’ve sustained injuries in one of these accidents or lost a loved one, you may have a number of legal options available to you as you move forward. When you’ve been involved in a car crash caused by the negligent actions of another party, contact a car accident attorney in Chicago as soon as possible.

Wrongful Death Attorney in Chicago

Thankfully, if your loved one has died due to the reckless behavior of another individual, you may have legal recourse. The Illinois Wrongful Death Act allows victims who are hurt by another driver’s negligent or distracted driving to seek compensation from the responsible party. If a suit is successful, compensation is then awarded to family members and any dependents.

Obtaining a full, fair monetary award from drivers or their insurance companies can be difficult for victims, however, so it’s essential for family members to contact an attorney as soon as they can in the aftermath of a wreck. Here at the D&W Law Group, we stop at nothing to fight for the fair, full monetary award you deserve when you’ve been involved in a preventable accident or have lost a loved one.

We believe grieving families should never have to stand alone during this process. Moreover, when you get in touch with our skilled, experienced legal team, we will ensure your claim is filed in a timely manner. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the D&W Law Group at 312-888-8888 for a no-cost personal consultation tailored to your needs. Our dedicated and compassionate Chicago wrongful death attorneys are ready to review your legal options and help you seek justice today.

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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