Chicago, IL (October 17, 2020) – A rollover collision in Chicago left one woman dead and another crash victim seriously injured on Friday, October 16.
The site of the crash was reportedly located near the intersection of Eisenhower Expressway and Harlem Avenue. According to reports from the Illinois State Police, the deadly collision occurred at around 4:30 a.m. that morning. For unknown reasons, the vehicle overturned while traveling down the highway.
The female driver was ejected in the crash and sustained fatal injuries. Another occupant suffered serious injuries and was hospitalized following the crash. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Rollover Accidents in Chicago
Being involved in a rollover crash is a traumatic and terrifying experience. Rollover crashes are fairly rare, only accounting for roughly 2.1% of reported car crashes nationwide in 2010. However, that same year, rollovers were involved in nearly 35% of fatal passenger-vehicle crashes. An estimated 7,600 people lost their lives in rollover collisions in the United States that year.
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 Kmlltdlaw.com, 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 dificulties 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 Chicago wrongful death lawyers can do for you.
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