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Springfield truck accident attorneys

Springfield, Illinois, is one of the many stops along I-55, by which millions of trucks travel yearly to southern destinations out of Chicago and its suburbs.

The dense volume of semi-tractors and large trucks making their way through Illinois regularly makes the state one of the deadliest to travel. Recent years have seen an alarming increase in reported fatalities due to truck driver negligence and disregard of the driver’s trucking company.

The Springfield truck accident attorneys at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC are committed to securing compensation for the victims of preventable truck crashes.

Contact a Springfield truck accident lawyer from our law firm today at (888) 424-5757 for a free consultation. We work on a contingency-fee-basis, which means you don’t have to pay us unless we secure a fair settlement or a jury award.

Springfield at Important Crossroads for Illinois Transportation

The city of Springfield is at the intersection of I-55 and I-72, two vital arteries for transporting materials and goods in and out of the state of Illinois. I-55 extends from Chicago to Louisiana while I-72 runs east and west, allowing travelers to reach Missouri to the west and Champaign and Decatur to the east.

A significant portion of all freight inbound to Chicago from the south and west will follow one of these two routes, and I-55 is the main thoroughfare for transporting goods in Chicago.

The strategic importance of Chicago as a central transportation hub has impacted the rest of the state by increasing the density of trucking traffic through all of Illinois’s significant cities.

Over 6.6 billion miles were logged by trucking companies in Illinois in 2013, and I-55 was one of the most highly trafficked roads in the state. Illinois has a more severe truck accident and fatality rate than most other states.

Deadly and Dangerous Springfield, Illinois Truck Accidents

Recent Springfield, Illinois, truck accidents have revealed just how hazardous the streets and interstates in the area are for visitors and residents. Some of those accidents include:

  • In August 2020, an accident happened where one individual was killed, and two other drivers were injured in a deadly truck accident on Interstate 72. The incident occurred near milepost 150 on Interstate 72. During the truck accident, a service vehicle was working on a disabled tractor-trailer parked off the road. A second tractor-trailer rear-ended the disabled vehicle before striking the service truck. The thirty-two-year-old service truck operator was airlifted to a local hospital but succumbed to his truck accident-related injuries.
  • In October 2019, Illinois State Police (Fulton County) announced that a truck accident victim from Springfield lost control of his Freightliner semi-tractor trailer, leading to the fatal accident. The forty-two-year-old truck driver in the accident had exited the roadway before his vehicle overturned in the eastbound lane on Route 78. Local law enforcement stated on their police report that excessive speed and severe snowy conditions caused the crash.

In 2018, the Illinois Department of Transportation identified 3680 accidents occurring within the city limits of Springfield, Illinois, resulting in ten deaths and 1,166 injuries. By far, rear-end collisions (1047), turning accidents (664), and hitting a vehicle at an angle (655), topped the list of leading factors in crashes in the city.

Springfield, IL Truck Accident Injury Statistics

What Causes Springfield Truck Accidents Most Frequently?

Even though numerous factors can lead to semi-truck accidents (distraction, impairment, poor truck maintenance, lack of training, bad weather, negligence, and recklessness), one of the main factors is exhaustion or drowsiness.

According to an NCBI study, truck drivers typically get 4.78 hours of sleep. Since an adult requires 7.1 hours of sleep per day, it is clear that many truckers have chronic sleep deprivation. Truck drivers are permitted to drive continuously for up to 11 hours. Since they aren’t paid unless they are on the road, some drivers keep two logbooks and clock even more miles.

Springfield truck accident causes

Trucking Accidents Have a High Mortality Rate Compared to Passenger Vehicles

As a Chicago truck accident lawyer understands, truck crashes are five times as likely to result in fatal injuries as accidents involving other types of automobiles.

Far fewer truck crashes were reported throughout Illinois in 2013, but the number of fatalities and catastrophic injuries resulting from truck incidents was telling.

In one year between 2012 and 2013, the number of trucking fatalities rose by 16%, and the number of accidents resulting in severe or life-threatening injuries represented 19% of all those injured in this type of truck accident.

The power of semi-tractors to crush and mangle smaller vehicles, even while traveling at low speeds, makes them hazardous machines capable of causing extensive injuries for everyone involved. Many truck accident injury claims resulting from large trucks and auto accidents involve catastrophic injuries.

The most common injuries are:

  • Severed or mutilated limbs
  • Deep cuts and puncture wounds. If infected, these wounds may facilitate the need for amputation.
  • Compound fractures and broken bones
  • Brain damage and neurological disorders from extensive trauma.
  • Neck, spine, and back injuries leading to full or partial paralysis
  • Death

Trucking companies often cut corners, pressure tractor-trailer drivers to make tight deadlines, and encourage an atmosphere where safety is not a priority. Repeatedly, their actions violate regulations mandated by the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) [1], which makes it more likely that they will be involved in truck accidents.

If you were involved in a truck accident, call an accident lawyer for the best possible chance of recovering damages.

Springfield truck accident injuries

Common Springfield, IL Truck Accident Damages

Damages refer to how the truck accident negatively impacted you. Some of the most common truck accident damages include the following:

  • Medical bills
  • Emotional distress
  • Lost wages
  • Property damage
  • Past and future medical care

The incredible force in these accidents can often cause severe or even fatal injuries. The accident happened through no fault of your own. You should not have to pay for damages that you didn’t cause. An accident lawyer from our law firm will guide you through recovering the compensation you deserve.

What You Should Do Following a Semi-Truck Accident

Seeking medical attention is the most important thing you will do following your truck accident. After that, you should consult a knowledgeable accident lawyer at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers.

You will be guided through each step by your accident lawyer as you make an insurance company claim. Every step of the way, we will fight for you.

The goal of an excellent accident lawyer is to free the injured party from the worry and burden of dealing with the trucking company and their insurance provider so they can concentrate on recovering.

Hiring a Springfield Truck Accident Lawyer

The Springfield truck accident attorneys of Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC believe that protecting the lives of those who must share the roads with these large and deadly trucks should be the top priority. They have represented thousands of victims injured across the State of Illinois.

Our team of experts includes experienced commercial truck accident reconstruction specialists who can gather all the evidence needed to win your case and medical professionals who can treat your severe injuries.

These experts provide testimony to support the value of your recovery and ongoing care and economists who can accurately assess the financial impact your injuries will have on your finances. Your Springfield truck accident lawyer can ensure your personal injury claim involving a motor vehicle accident is resolved through legal advice and expert testimony.

Contact a Springfield truck accident attorney at (888) 424-5757 for a free consultation if you or a loved one were involved in a Chicago truck accident. Learn more about how our legal team can maximize the value of your truck accident case and ensure that your injuries do not become a financial burden on you and your family.

Our personal injury attorneys fight aggressively on your behalf to ensure the insurance company provides adequate financial recovery from the responsible party for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering. You are not charged if your Springfield truck accident lawyer cannot collect compensation on your behalf.

Click here for more information on wrongful death cases, workers’ compensation claims, our law offices’ practice areas, semi-truck accidents, and filing a truck accident claim.

Resources: [1] FMCSA

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