Chicago, IL – Several Hurt in Multi-Vehicle Collision on I-57 Inbound at Sauk Trl

Chicago, IL (May 8, 2022) – A multi-vehicle collision occurred in Chicago on Sunday afternoon, May 8.

Two persons were injured, according to preliminary reports from the scene. Police were called to the incident on Interstate 57, just south of Sauk Trail, at 3:30 p.m. Officers believe two cars crashed in the area, leaving two or three persons injured, though the circumstances leading up to the incident are yet unknown.

Both victims were transferred to a nearby hospital with mild to moderate injuries, but they are expected to recover fully. However, no identifying information about people involved has been made public at this time.

At this point, no citations have been issued, and Chicago Police Department detectives said their investigation is still underway.

The CPD is asking witnesses and anybody else with information to contact them.

Our hearts go out to the injured and their families. We wish them a complete recovery.

Illinois Highway Auto Accidents

The Federal Highway Administration (FHA) reports more than 2.5 million highway traffic accidents each year, the majority of which involve impairment, speeding, or inattentive driving. According to officials, these account for 40% of all car collisions across the country, the second most common type of car accident, behind rear-end crashes.

Unfortunately, a huge number of automobile accidents occur in Cook County, particularly on packed interstates and major city junctions. Moreover, per recent state statistics, approximately a quarter of all Illinois automobile accidents occur in and around the Chicago metro area.

Regardless of what caused an accident, victims and their families pay the price when they are injured as a result of the irresponsible conduct of others. Sadly, those who have been touched by these major situations may feel helpless in the face of devastating mental anguish and high medical expenditures.

Fortunately, if you or a loved one has been injured in one of these incidents, you may have a variety of legal alternatives available to you in the aftermath. If you’ve been in an automobile accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should contact a Chicago car accident attorney as soon as possible.

Victims of vehicle accidents caused by another driver’s negligent or inattentive driving are entitled to compensation under Illinois law. However, accident victims should seek skilled legal representation since collecting a full, reasonable monetary settlement from drivers or their insurance companies can be challenging.

Because our attorneys are knowledgeable with the ins and outs of the complexities of Illinois’ legal system, we know what it takes to create a successful accident claim. Furthermore, our experienced, sympathetic legal team will stop at nothing to ensure that you receive the full and robust compensation to which you are entitled following an avoidable accident.

If you’ve been injured in a vehicle accident, please call our Chicagoland personal injury attorneys as soon as possible.

Get into contact with our lawyers at the D&W Law Group at 312-888-8888, and find out how to schedule a no-cost consultation tailored to your specific requirements and needs. Our experienced Chicago personal injury attorneys are ready to discuss your legal options, arrange the facts of your case, and assist you in seeking justice right now.

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.