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Thousands of Americans die and millions are injured in car crashes every year. Some wrecks are unavoidable, but most crashes can be prevented. They are caused by someone’s careless acts.
If you or a loved one was injured in a Chicago car accident, you have the legal right to hold the at-fault party accountable. For decades, the personal injury attorneys at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C., have helped victims of serious car crashes obtain money to cover their medical bills, lost earnings, rehabilitation and pain and suffering.
To learn how we can help you, call our Chicago and Waukegan car accident attorneys today at 877.788.2045 or contact us online. We represent clients throughout the Chicagoland area and across Illinois. We can provide you with a free consultation.
Causes of Chicago Car Accidents
Chicago car accidents can be attributed to a wide variety of causes. These causes include:
- Distracted driving: Chicagoland already has laws banning different types of distracted driving, such as texting while driving or talking on a cell phone behind the wheel. Oak Park officials are currently considering a ban on eating, drinking and applying makeup while driving as well.
- Driver impairment: More than 400 fatal car crashes in Illinois last year were alcohol-related, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Other forms of impairment include the use of drugs (both illegal substances and prescription/over-the-counter medications), fatigue and illness.
- Defective car parts: Faulty vehicle parts, such as seat belts, accelerator controls, wiring, wheels, tire blowouts and brake failures, can lead to violent, and often fatal, car crashes.
- Poor road conditions: Uneven pavement or potholes can cause deadly crashes and life-threatening injuries to motorists. Other threats include foreign obstacles or substances on the road surface. These can cause drivers to swerve suddenly or overcorrect the vehicle as they try to regain control.
- Speeding: Driving at speeds exceeding safe conditions based on the weather, road conditions, traffic or the speed of surrounding motorists frequently causes motor vehicle collisions in Chicago.
- Inadequate road design: Some roads are notorious for being accident “black spots” for many reasons, including alignment, visibility, surface conditions and road markings.
Our Attorneys Help People Hurt In Chicago Car Wrecks
Car accidents lead to all sorts of injuries. Some crashes cause only minor bumps, bruises or soreness. However, other collisions can cause devastating and life-changing damage in just a few seconds.
At Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C., our car accident attorneys have helped people who have suffered any number of injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI): A TBI can result from impact with an object, such as the steering wheel or car dashboard. It can lead to lifelong disabilities.
- Spinal cord injury: Spinal cord injuries often lead to incapacitating paralysis, paraplegia, quadriplegia (also called tetraplegia) and hemiplegia.
- Neck injuries: The highest number of injuries in Chicago-area car wrecks result from rear-end collisions. Neck injuries commonly result from these accidents. The head often whips forward and back in response to the impact. This produces whiplash and other cervical injuries.
- Broken bones: It is not uncommon for victims of car accidents to suffer broken bones in the arms, legs, knees and wrists. This occurs when they brace for impact with the other vehicle. The fracture may be serious enough to require surgery. It may also require weeks or months to properly heal.
- Amputation: A body part may be fully severed in the auto crash. Other severe injuries, such as a crushed limb, may require amputation due to tissue damage and heavy bleeding.
How Much Money Will I Get After My Chicago Car Accident?
Studies show that insurance companies, on average, pay almost triple the amount of money in cases where the victim is represented by a car accident lawyer. But every crash has its own set of complexities. How much compensation you receive can be based on a number of factors.
In general, victims of car accidents can receive compensation to cover:
- Medical bills
- Hospital expenses
- Rehabilitation
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Property damage
- Disfigurement
- Future medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
Contact Our Chicago and Waukegan Car Accident Lawyers Today
Proving negligence in a car crash case takes an investment of time, experience and resources. A qualified Chicago and Waukegan car accident lawyer can provide these advantages. Protect yourself and your loved ones by contacting Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C., for a free evaluation. We have experience helping personal injury victims recover the money they need and deserve. Call us today at 877.788.2045 or use our online contact form.
