If you have suffered serious injuries in a single-vehicle accident due to the negligence of someone else, seek legal help from a Chicago single-vehicle accident lawyer. Our car accident law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, offers legal representation to victims of single-vehicle car accidents in Chicago and the surrounding areas.
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What Is My Single-Vehicle Personal Injury Case Worth?
A Chicago car accident lawyer assesses the value of your car crash case based on factors such as:
Motor vehicle accidents involving one car can include:
Rollover accidents
Run-off-road accidents
Collisions with fixed objects
Tire blowouts
Hydroplaning accidents
Causes of Single-Vehicle Accidents
Some factors that can contribute to single-vehicle accidents include:
Driver error—the leading cause of single-vehicle accidents—includes distracted driving, speeding, or driving under the influence
Road conditions like poorly maintained roads or inclement weather
Vehicle defects including brakes or tires
Wildlife or debris on the road
Defective road design
Who Might Be At-Fault for a Single-Vehicle Car Accident in Chicago?
In Illinois, single-vehicle accidents usually fit under a theory called negligence per se. In such cases, the law generally assumes fault on the part of the driver operating the vehicle. Although this is frequently associated with cases of drunk driving, it also applies to auto accidents involving single-car accidents.
Others who might be at fault in a Chicago car accident claim:
Government agencies if poor road conditions or defective design contributed to the accident
Vehicle manufacturer in cases where a vehicle defect caused the accident
Types of Compensation for Single-Vehicle Car Crash Injuries in Chicago
Can I File a Claim If I Was at Fault in a Single-Vehicle Accident?
Even if you were partially at fault for a single-vehicle accident, you may still be entitled to compensation under Illinois’ comparative negligence laws. This means that if it is determined that you were 20% at fault for the accident, your damages award will be reduced by 20%. However, if it is found that you were more than 50% at fault for auto accident, you may not be able to recover any damages.
Do I Need a Car Accident Attorney for a Single-Vehicle Accident?
An experienced car accident attorney can provide help in single motor vehicle accident cases:
Our Chicago car accident lawyers will investigate your accident to collect evidence like witness statements, surveillance footage, and expert testimony to support your car accident claim.
Our car accident lawyers will negotiate for maximum compensation when dealing with the insurance company.
If necessary, we can represent you in court to advocate for your rights.
Can Injured Passengers Can File Single-Vehicle Car Accident Claims?
If the driver of the vehicle is clearly responsible for the accident, the injured passenger would proceed to initiate legal action such as a car accident lawsuit against the driver of the vehicle.
If a single-car accident is caused by a mechanical failure or manufacturer defect, the injured passenger or driver might seek compensation through a product liability claim against the vehicle manufacturer or the manufacturer of its parts.
Call The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one has been involved in a single-vehicle accident, contact our law firm for a free consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer to discuss your legal options and potential compensation.
If you have been injured in a single vehicle collision, you may be entitled to compensation from the driver, vehicle manufacturer, or other negligent party.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
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