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White Co, IL – Alberto Ruiz, Others Injured in Crash on I-64

by | Jul 23, 2020 | Car Accidents, Injuries

White Co, IL (July 20, 2020) – According to reports from the Illinois State Police (ISP), there were multiple injuries following a car accident. Initial reports revealed that the collision occurred in White County. Emergency response units and local law enforcement officials were called to the scene of the accident early on Saturday morning, July 18. The accident took place at around 2:45 a.m. 

The site of the crash was reportedly located on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 64. According to local sources, 28-year-old Alberto Ruiz of Henderson, Illinois was driving a white box truck on I-64 EB when the vehicle left the roadway. The truck proceeded to strike a guardrail in the middle of the highway. Ruiz and five other passengers were transported to a nearby medical facility for the treatment of sustained injuries. 

Ruiz was cited for multiple charges, including driving while license suspended, driving an uninsured vehicle, illegal transportation of open alcohol, and several seat belt violations. At this time, local law enforcement officials are investigating the cause of the incident. More details will be made public as the investigation progresses. 

Our thoughts are with Alberto Ruiz, the other injured victims, and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

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White Co, IL - Alberto Ruiz, Others Injured in Crash on I-64

Each day, people are injured in killed in vehicle collisions across Illinois. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) monitors and records crashes that are reported in the state each year. In 2011, there were a total of 281,788 reported vehicle collisions in the state. That is an average of 772 car accidents taking place each day. In these crashes, a reported 84,172 people sustained injuries, with an average of nine traffic injuries each hour. Of those injured, nearly 12,000 suffered debilitating injuries that left them unable to walk or perform routine tasks as they once could. Illinois car accidents can leave victims in a stressful and frustrating situation. 

In order to recover compensation after a crash, you have to determine that the negligence of another party directly contributed to your injuries. This can be difficult on your own, and many crash victims find themselves overwhelmed by the personal injury process. An experienced Illinois personal injury lawyer can help you construct a strong case, make sure your legal rights are secured, and ensure that the liable party is held accountable for their role in the accident. 

When you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an Illinois car crash, or in any way by the negligence of another person, it is important to protect your rights. At Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd., we believe in providing top-quality legal representation to all our clients to increase their chances of a successful claim, and we have a proven track record helping crash victims obtain fair and full compensation to cover their damages after a crash. Contact our offices today at 877-930-2551 to discuss your case today and see what our team of Illinois car crash attorneys can do for you. 

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