Mexican Band La Picosa Involved In McHenry Car Accident That Injured 9

Personal Injury - July 14, 2025

Transport Van Carrying “La Picosa” Crashed Into Pole Along Route 31 by Prime Parkway in McHenry

Nine Injured In McHenry Van Accident Involving Mexican Band La Picosa

MCHENRY, ILLINOIS (July 14, 2025) – The Mexican band “La Picosa” was involved in a car accident in McHenry, Illinois, on Route 21 and Prime Parkway.

McHenry County officials are saying that the incident took place around 7:20 p.m. on Saturday. A transportation van carrying “La Picosa” left the roadway and collided with a utility pole.

Authorities suspect that the driver may have fallen asleep. Photos of the accident site showed the white van with major damage.

Paramedics were called to the scene to help the victims. Eight people were taken to the hospital in an ambulance. One person had to be airlifted from the scene.

An additional five people declined medical treatment. Following the accident, “La Picosa” issued a statement that they were ok.

Two people who were part of the crew remain in the hospital. A full investigation into the incident remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for McHenry County Car Accidents

Car accidents remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death in the United States. Many of these incidents involve drivers who fall asleep or are fatigued. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Association, “NHTSA estimates that in 2017, 91,000 police-reported crashes involved drowsy drivers. These crashes led to an estimated 50,000 people injured and nearly 800 deaths. But there is broad agreement across the traffic safety, sleep science, and public health communities that this is an underestimate of the impact of drowsy driving.” There are many different factors that could contribute to drowsy driving.

  • Medications: There are many different medications that could cause drowsiness as a side effect.
  • Long Hours: Drivers routinely become fatigued due to working long hours.
  • Inadequate Breaks: Drivers may become fatigued because they have not gotten the chance to take a break during their trips.

All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid collisions. This necessitates that they follow all traffic regulations. Pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/11-709, a vehicle shall be driven entirely within a single lane of traffic and not move from that lane unless such a movement can be undertaken with reasonable safety. There is a presumption of negligence on the part of any driver who leaves the roadway and collides with a fixed object.

If the driver of a vehicle was working at the time of a collision, their employer could potentially be held at fault. As a general principle, employers within the state of Illinois are considered vicariously liable for the wrongful actions of their workers–insofar as they are operating within the course and scope of their job duties. It is very common for vans to be used for commercial purposes. Certain steps should be taken after any car accident.

  • Accident victims should seek a thorough medical evaluation, even if they feel ok after a collision. Many injuries are not immediately apparent.
  • Photos of the accident site should be taken.
  • A police report of the incident should be collected.
  • Victims should seek the skilled guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney.

It can be hard to know where to begin after any collision. These incidents can be enormously disruptive to a person’s life. People are often left with high medical bills and may need to take extensive periods of time away from work. Any person injured in a car accident within the state of Illinois may be able to seek some measure of justice through a personal injury claim. Damages can help cover medical bills and lost wages.

Investigating Illinois Car Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this McHenry car accident. It is our sincere hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. This was a preventable collision that should not have taken place. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the Illinois State Police.

Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a McHenry van accident? You may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here to serve your needs. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.