Kathryn Good Killed in Oregon, Illinois Car Accident With Pickup Truck on West Pines Road

Pedestrian Accident - October 8, 2025

Kathryn Good, 68, of Streamwood, Died in Pickup Truck Accident While Riding Scooter in Oregon, Illinois

OREGON, ILLINOIS (October 7, 2025) – A woman identified as Kathryn Good, of Streamwood, has tragically died in an Oregon, Illinois car accident on West Pines Road.

Ogle County officials are saying that the accident took place in a rural part of Oregon. Kathryn Good was riding a 2018 Yamaha SMAX scooter eastbound on West Pines Road when she was hit by a pickup truck turning into a private residence.

Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim. Despite life-saving measures by first responders, Kathryn Good was pronounced dead at the scene.

A full investigation into the Oregon, Illinois scooter accident remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for Ogle County Pedestrian Accidents

All drivers in Illinois must exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway. Pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/11-1002, “When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation the driver of a vehicle shall stop and yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon the half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling.” Even if a pedestrian is outside of a marked crosswalk, drivers must still slow down to avoid colliding with them. Drivers should take several actions to avoid pedestrian accidents.

• Blind Spots: Drivers must check their blind spots before turning at an intersection. This is especially important during the early morning and late evening hours when visibility is reduced.
• Horns: Drivers should use their horns when necessary to alert pedestrians of their presence. Drivers must be particularly cautious when children are nearby.
• Maintenance: Drivers should ensure that their vehicles are periodically inspected and well maintained. A lack of maintenance can increase the odds that core vehicle components fail.

Depending on the facts of any case, there could be several liable parties for any pedestrian collision. This is especially true if the vehicle involved in the collision was a van or pickup truck. These vehicles are commonly used for commercial purposes. In Illinois, employers can be vicariously liable for the wrongful actions of their employees–insofar as those employees were operating within the course and scope of their job duties.

Steps to Take After an Illinois Car Accident

Motor vehicle accidents remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, “In 2021, 43,230 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes, of which 7,388 were people walking. Millions more were injured – sometimes permanently – each year. This was the highest number of fatalities since 2005.” It is important that certain actions are taken after any pedestrian accident.

• Police Investigation: The police should be called to the scene so that they can begin an immediate investigation.
• Evidence Preservation: All evidence related to the crash should be documented and properly preserved. Photos of the accident site should be taken.
• Trip Purpose: The purpose of any vehicle’s trip to a destination should be determined.
• Independent Review: The accident should be thoroughly reviewed by people experienced in tort claims.

The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are preventable. They tend to involve drivers that are not paying adequate attention to the road ahead of them. Unfortunately, it is relatively common for drivers and their insurance providers to accept responsibility for what happened. It is more likely that they will blame the victim for what happened. This is why it is so critical that pedestrian accidents are properly reviewed by an outside party.

Investigating Ogle County Pedestrian Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our deepest condolences to the family of Kathryn Good. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong. Many questions remain unanswered.

Do you need more information about an Ogle County pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian accident investigators is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any particular incident, we may be able to help. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.