Pedestrian Killed In Collinsville Car Accident on Collinsville Road at Yale Avenue
Wrongful Death - February 21, 2023
Male Pedestrian Died In Collinsville Collision With Pickup Truck on Collinsville Road at Yale Avenue
COLLINSVILLE, ILLINOIS (February 21, 2023) – A pedestrian was killed in a Collinsville car accident with a pickup truck by the intersection of Collinsville Road at Yale Avenue.
St. Clair County officials are saying that the collision took place around 6:08 p.m. on Thursday. A 65-year-old man was attempting to cross the road when they were hit by a GMC pickup truck.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, the pedestrian died at the scene.
A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Collinsville Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians have a small profile and are more likely to be overlooked by drivers. Small children and elderly people account for a disproportionate number of those injured in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “More than 7,000 pedestrians were killed on our nation’s roads in crashes involving a motor vehicle in 2020. That’s about one death every 75 minutes.” There are many steps that drivers should take to avoid pedestrian collisions.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should be well rested before they head out onto the road.
- Drivers should use their turn signals to let pedestrians know of their intentions.
Every driver must exercise due care in order to avoid pedestrians. Pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1, drivers should slow down and use their horn when necessary to alert pedestrians of their presence. Drivers must be especially cautious around pedestrians or any confused person in the roadway. When drivers fail to slow down to avoid hitting pedestrians, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. If a pickup truck driver was working at the time of a collision, the company that they were working for could be held at fault. There are many steps that should be taken after any pedestrian collision.
- Surveillance footage of the crash should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough investigation should be conducted.
Most pedestrian accidents are preventable. The family of any person that died in a pedestrian accident can seek accountability through a civil claim. Plaintiffs in a civil claim will need to demonstrate negligence. Negligence is the failure to use the care expected of a reasonable, prudent person in a similar set of circumstances. It is very important that all evidence is properly preserved after any collision.
Investigating An Illinois Pedestrian Accident
We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man that died in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. It is our hope that city officials will consider measures to help make this intersection safer.
Do you need more information about a Collinsville car accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. 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 more information about a particular incident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.
