Chicago, IL – Three Injured in Truck Accident on W 71st St near S Wentworth Ave

Chicago, IL (August 22, 2023) – A truck accident reported on Monday morning in Chicago left multiple people injured.

On August 21, the Chicago Fire Department and Chicago police responded to the scene of a crash that took place in the Englewood area. According to official reports, an SUV and a fire truck collided on West 71^st Street near South Wentworth Avenue. The incident left the SUV with significant damage.

Two children and one adult suffered injuries in the crash. All three victims were rushed to area hospitals, where they were admitted in serious to critical condition.

The accident is being investigated by the Chicago Police Department at this time.

We hope the three people hurt as a result of this accident recover quickly.

Truck Accidents in Illinois

Truck accidents leave tens of thousands of people injured in the United States every year. The unfortunate truth is that far too many of these accidents are a direct result of negligence. It is also common to see people suffer spinal cord injuries and broken bones due to drivers who are speeding, under the influence, or otherwise negligent.

After being harmed as a result of a truck accident, you have the ability to recover financial compensation by filing a personal injury claim against the responsible party. These claims can help you recover the financial resources that you need to alleviate some of the impacts that you face following your accident. Some of the damages you can request compensation for following a truck accident include:

• Property Damage: If your vehicle was damaged in the truck crash, you may be entitled to recover the cost of repairing or replacing it. In some cases, you may also be able to recover compensation to provide you with a rental car while your vehicle is being repaired.
• Medical Expenses: You may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses related to injuries sustained in the truck accident. This includes costs for hospitalization, surgery, doctor visits, prescription medications or medical devices, rehabilitation, and any other necessary medical treatments.
• Pain and Suffering: In addition to economic damages, you might also be able to recover compensation for pain, suffering, emotional distress, and other non-economic losses resulting from the accident.

To ensure you have the best chance of maximizing the compensation you recover for these and other damages, it is important that you seek guidance from a truck accident lawyer right away. Your attorney will be able to build a case on your behalf and fight for fair compensation.

At Burg Simpson, we are committed to helping those who have been injured in truck accidents get the justice they deserve. Our experienced auto accident attorneys have a proven track record of recovering full compensation for our clients. We understand how difficult it can be to go through such an experience and strive to provide the best legal representation available. If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck accident, contact our dedicated truck accident law firm today at (888) 895-2080 to schedule a free consultation to get started.