Rockford, IL (September 2, 2020) – There was a reported fatality following a collision on Monday, August 31, in Rockford. The deadly car accident reportedly took place near the intersection of E. State Street and S. 2nd Street early that morning.
Emergency responders and law enforcement officials were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the injured parties. According to reports from the Winnebago County Coroner’s Office, the deceased victim was the front-seat passenger of a vehicle involved in a two-car accident. The 73-year-old woman was transported to a nearby medical facility where she was later pronounced dead.
The cause of the crash has not been disclosed at this time. The identity of the deceased party has not been released at this time. No further updates on the collision are currently available.
An ongoing investigation into the accident is being managed by the Rockford Police Department. More details will be reported as it continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Car Accidents in Illinois
Each year, car crashes are the leading cause of death for residents across Illinois. There are more than six million collisions reported across the country each year, contributing to tens of thousands of deaths. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there were 281,788 reported vehicle collisions statewide in 2011. That is an average of 772 crashes taking place each day. That year, there were 834 deadly Illinois car accidents contributing to the deaths of 918 people.
The grief and devastation of losing a loved one due to another’s negligence are nearly unbearable. Surviving family members often take on damages resulting from the accident, and they may be able to recover lost compensation by pursuing a wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced Illinois personal injury attorney. In an Illinois wrongful death claim, a representative of the decedent’s estate, usually a close family member, seeks damages from those at fault for the person’s death to obtain compensation for damages.
At Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd., we understand the grief and pain that families experience when a family member is killed. While no amount of money can bring back a lost family member, an Illinois wrongful death lawsuit can help families address the financial difficulties associated with the accident. Our legal team is dedicated to making sure that each of our clients recovers the compensation they deserve after losing a loved one. Contact our offices today at 877-930-2551 to see what our Illinois wrongful death lawyers can do for you.
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