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Pedestrian Accidents in Chicago: Too Many Injuries and Deaths

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at 844SeeMike.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.

For the past five years, we have been tracking a troubling increase in pedestrian accidents and fatalities in the city of Chicago. Fortunately, however, pedestrian fatalities have been at below-average levels in 2019 and we hope to see these statistics continue to decrease.

Overall in the United States, pedestrian fatalities have increased by about 50% in the past ten years – from 4,100 in 2009 to over 6,200 in 2018 – while we in Chicago are on track to see fewer fatalities than 2018. Still, these accidents are all too common and can result in, if not death, serious injuries and long-term health complications. Pedestrians in Chicago are advised to be especially mindful of crossing roads at night and on weekends, as an estimated 75% of pedestrian accidents resulting in a fatality occur at nighttime and about half involve alcohol use by either the driver or pedestrian. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to negligence, contact our office today and we will fight for full compensation for your injuries and losses.

We are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, including when you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident. We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at the work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.

Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule a meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.

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