Woman Killed In McHenry Car Accident on Route 120
Pedestrian Accident - March 28, 2024
Elderly Woman Died After McHenry Township Collision In The Area of Route 120 and Oak Drive
MCHENRY, ILLINOIS (March 28, 2024) – An elderly woman tragically died in a McHenry car accident involving a pickup truck on Route 120 and Oak Drive.
McHenry officials are saying that the accident took place around 6:38 a.m. on Wednesday. A pedestrian was crossing the road when they were hit by a GMC Sierra pickup truck making a left turn.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. She was transported to Northwester Medicine Hospital in McHenry, where she was pronounced dead.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Illinois Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured in pedestrian accidents every year in the United States. Elderly pedestrians are particularly at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Adults ages 65 years and older accounted for about 17% of the U.S. population in 2021. However, this group accounted for 21% of all pedestrian deaths in 2021.” Collisions are more likely to happen in urban settings and at intersections. There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid hitting pedestrians.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before turning.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.
- Drivers should be well rested before heading out onto the road.
- Drivers should abstain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.
Drivers must do everything in their power to avoid harming pedestrians. Pursuant to Illinois Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1, every driver must exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian. They must also use their horns when necessary and exercise the proper precautions to avoid colliding with any child or obviously confused person. When a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that certain steps be taken after any pedestrian collision.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- The police report for the collision should be collected.
Depending on the facts of any case, liability for a pedestrian collision could extend beyond any driver. Pickup trucks are often used for commercial purposes such as landscaping or construction. If the driver of a pickup truck was working at the time of a collision, their employer could be held at fault. It is important for accident victims to understand that they do have rights. The family of any person who died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a civil claim.
Investigating Illinois Pedestrian Accidents
We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman who died in this McHenry pedestrian collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other tragedies like this.
Do you need more information about a McHenry pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held accountable for their actions. 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.
