Two Injured In Decatur Semi-Truck Accident on Route 48
Truck Accident - February 24, 2025
Semi-Truck Drove Off Bridge on Route 38 in Decatur, Leaving Two People Injured
DECATUR, ILLINOIS (February 23, 2025) – Two people were hospitalized in a Decatur collision along Interstate 72 and Route 48.
Macon County officials are saying that the incident took place around 12:45 a.m. on Friday. A semi-truck was traveling down Interstate 72 when the driver lost control.
They ended up driving off the bridge and landing onto Route 48 below. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help all of the victims.
The passenger and driver of the truck were both taken to the hospital in order to receive care. A full investigation into the cause of the Decatur semi-truck accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Macon County Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-trucks are involved in many serious injury and fatal collisions every year. According to the National Safety Council, “A total of 5,936 people died in large-truck crashes in 2022. The number of deaths increased 2% from 2021 and is up 49% in the last 10 years. The majority of deaths in large-truck crashes are occupants of other vehicles (70%), followed by truck occupants (19%), and non-occupants, primarily pedestrians and bicyclists (11%).” There are a number of factors that could contribute to a semi-truck accident.
- Truck accidents are more likely to happen during periods of inclement weather.
- Truck accidents are more likely to happen when one or more drivers are speeding.
- Truck accidents are more likely to happen if one or more drivers are fatigued.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. Pursuant to Illinois Vehicle Code 625, no person shall operate a motor vehicle on the freeway at a speed faster than would be reasonable or prudent given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down in order to avoid collisions, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of semi-truck accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
The vast majority of semi-truck accidents are preventable. They tend to involve unsafe driving practices and traffic violations. In particular, many truck accidents occurred during periods of inclement weather. It is important for victims of truck accidents to understand that they do have legal options. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating Macon County Semi-Truck Accidents
We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to the people injured in this Decatur semi-truck accident. It is our sincere hope that they’re able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the Illinois State Patrol.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Decatur semi-truck accident? Our team of truck accident attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.
