8 Injured In South Side Chicago Van Accident

Automobile Accidents - September 27, 2024

8 Injured, 3 In Critical Condition In South Side Chicago Car Accident Involving Ford Van and Chevy Impala on South Cottage Grove

8 Injured In South Side Chicago Van Accident

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (September 27, 2024) – At least 8 people were hospitalized in a South Side Chicago transport van collision on South Cottage Grove.

Cook County officials are saying that the collision took place around 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. A white Ford van was involved in a collision with a Chevy Impala making a left turn.

The force of the impact caused the Ford van to strike a pole. A total of 8 people were hospitalized, including three patients with life-threatening injuries.

According to local reports, the driver of the van was cited for failure to yield. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.

Liability For Chicago Car Accidents

Speeding remains a major cause of car accidents across Chicago. According to the Chicago Department of Transportation, “70% of Chicago traffic deaths involved drivers traveling at high speeds. Over half of pedestrians killed in the city are hit by an SUV or larger vehicle.” Drivers should take a number of measures in order to avoid hitting other vehicles.

  • Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
  • Drivers should use their horns to alert other drivers of their presence.
  • Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.

All drivers must take reasonable steps in order to avoid colliding with other vehicles. Pursuant to (625 ILCS 5/11-904), “After slowing or stopping, the driver shall yield the right-of-way to any vehicle in the intersection or approaching on another roadway so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard during the time such driver is moving across or within the intersection.” If a driver fails to slow down to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that certain steps are taken after any car accident.

  • Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
  • Medical records should be preserved.
  • Surveillance footage should be sought.
  • An experienced personal injury attorney should be contacted.

Drivers of buses, vans, and other commercial vehicles are considered common carriers under Illinois law. They are held to a particularly high standard in terms of safety. They must operate their vehicles with a great deal of vigilance in order to avoid collisions. Any person injured in a collision with a van may have legal recourse through a civil claim.

Investigating Chicago Van Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this South Side Chicago Ford van accident. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. This was a preventable collision that should not have taken place.

Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a South Side Chicago car accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.