Chicago, IL (June 6, 2020) – There were reportedly highway closures in Chicago following a serious injury collision on Friday, June 5th. The collision reportedly occurred on I-80 EB at around 5:20 p.m. All lanes on the highway were called down at Kedzie Avenue.
Reports from the Illinois State Police revealed that there were serious injuries at the scene. Few details concerning the number of injured parties at the scene have been revealed at this time. No other updates are currently available.
An ongoing investigation into the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Chicago Car Accidents
An average of 772 crashes happened daily across Illinois in 2011. In those accidents, 84,172 people suffered injuries in Illinois car crashes that year. That is around nine people being injured each hour statewide.
What you do the moments after an accident is of critical importance. Many crash victims are unsure of how to get the compensation they need to recover after a serious accident. In some cases, injured parties can consult with a qualified Illinois car crash attorney to discuss their next steps to take.
When you or a loved one is injured, it’s extremely serious. At Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd., we understand this, and it forms our entire approach. If you’ve been unfairly injured in a car accident, contact our offices today at 877-930-2551.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Chicago and broader Illinois community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation. The photographs depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
