OAK LAWN CAR ACCIDENTS

KNOW THE BASICS 

The village of Oak Lawn is located  in Cook County, near Chicago. In 2020 it had a population of approximately 58,362 people. 

Cook County Accidents

In 2021, there were 156,289 motor vehicle accidents in Cook County that caused more than 3000 incapacitating injuries.

Illinois Car Accidents

Illinois had 295,604 motor vehicle collisions in 2021. Of those, 1,217 were fatal, resulting in 1,341 deaths.

12.2%

increase in deaths from 2020

Nationwide

In 2021, 42,939 died as a result of motor vehicle crashes in the U.S.

#1

Vehicle accidents are the top cause of death for people under 55 in the U.S.

Illinois negligence laws require drivers to be cautious, but car accidents can and do still occur.

Passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists are all at risk of being injured in a collision.

TOP CAUSES OF CAR ACCIDENTS

Speeding

The most common causes of car accidents include:

Reckless & aggressive driving

Distracted driving

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Failing to follow traffic signs

Head Injuries

Accident victims who have suffered a concussion or traumatic brain injury may struggle with long-term effects and extensive rehabilitation.

Dealing with insurance companies after a car accident while trying to cope with your injuries can be challenging.

If someone caused your accident by engaging in dangerous behavior like aggressive driving or using a cellphone, you may be able to file a claim for negligence.

NEGLIGENCE

How do I prove negligence?

THERE ARE THREE BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR AN OAK LAWN CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM

THE DRIVER WAS NEGLIGENT

For example, if a car driver crashed into another vehicle because they were speeding through a stoplight, the driver would be considered negligent.

If the victim broke their leg in the crash and had severe pain, the driver’s negligence would be considered to have caused the personal injury.

THE NEGLIGENCE CAUSED INJURY

THE INJURY CAUSED HARM

If the broken leg resulted in medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, the victim could be awarded compensatory damages.

Get medical treatment

If you have been injured in a car accident, you should:

Obtain a police report

Document the accident

Gather contact details from witnesses

Speak to a car accident lawyer

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