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Chicago, IL – Multi-Driver Wreck, Injuries on Northwest Hwy at Newark Ave

Chicago, IL - Multi-Driver Wreck, Injuries on Northwest Hwy at Newark Ave

Chicago, IL (September 18, 2022) – On Sunday afternoon, September 18, two cars crashed on Chicago’s Northwest Highway, causing authorities to respond.

Police were investigating a crash involving two or three vehicles that occurred at 2:10 p.m. on the northbound-southbound freeway near Newark Avenue. Because of the miles-long traffic jam, police and medical personnel were sent to the area to investigate and treat any wounded victims. There was a fire in one of the cars, but Chicago Fire Rescue was able to put it out after the accident.

There is no confirmed count of casualties, but video from the site shows two people being transported to a hospital by ambulance.

In the meantime, the cops haven’t said anything further and are still looking into it.

Our thoughts are with the wounded, and we hope they recover fully and quickly.

Chicago’s Traffic Accidents & Injuries

Roughly 1,025 persons lost their lives in accidents in the state of Illinois in 2013. Many fatal automobile accidents in the state may be traced back to three main causes: excessive speed, collisions with fixed objects, and driver distraction.

The four- and six-lane roadways in Cook County see a disproportionately high number of severe accidents and deaths. In addition, 26 percent of the state of Illinois’ accident cases occur in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Victims of vehicle accidents often end up paying the price for the reckless actions of others. In addition, being a witness to such events may be very traumatic on many levels. If you were hurt in an automobile accident in Chicago and think it was someone else’s fault, you should immediately go to a lawyer.

An Illinois resident who has been hurt in an accident that wasn’t their fault may sue the at-fault party in civil court to get financial compensation for their suffering. If you were recently involved in one in Illinois, you should talk to a lawyer who focuses on vehicle accidents. Attempting to settle with the negligent driver’s insurance company on your own might be challenging.

Our lawyers at D&W Law Group have extensive knowledge of state and local law, so you can be certain that we will thoroughly examine your accident claim. Please contact our Chicago law office without delay if you or a loved one has been injured in an accident. Get in touch with them at 312-888-8888 to set up a no-cost first appointment for you and your loved ones.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident, our Chicago personal injury attorneys are here to help you take the next steps and collect the evidence you need to win your case. We will defend you forcefully in court if we determine that legal action is necessary to safeguard your rights and interests after the vehicle accident. You may be certain that we won’t hold back in our pursuit of justice on your behalf. During this trying, unpleasant, and stressful time, we will work tirelessly to help 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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