Dangerous Highways in Illinois

Heavy traffic traveling at high speeds can create some of the most dangerous conditions on the road. Coupled with severe weather that is common in Northern Illinois, drivers are at a high risk, especially during the winter months when visibility is low and ice or snow accumulates on the roads. Highway accidents are common throughout the area and can result in very serious, even deadly injuries. At Salvi & Maher, LLP, we represent clients who have been involved in accidents and suffered an injury or lost a loved one.

You need immediate advocacy after a highway accident. Before you sign any paperwork or agree to a settlement, contact us to ensure that your rights are fully protected.

Many of the accidents caused on highways involve rear-end collisions, because drivers may be using a cell phone, texting while driving, or otherwise not paying attention to their surroundings. Others can involve merging or cars changing lanes without checking their blind spots. After a highway accident, it is important to consult with an experienced attorney who can determine the cause of your accident and identify all responsible parties.

At Salvi & Maher, LLP, we work with experts to recreate the accident scene, contact witnesses, and use physical evidence, including black box evidence, to determine the cause of the accident and whether drivers were negligent on the road. Our law firm knows how devastating a highway accident can be for victims. We will take action as soon as possible to protect your rights and recovery.

Dangerous highways in Illinois include:

• Dan Ryan Expressway
• Tri-State Tollway
• Edens Expressway / Interstate 94 (I-94)
• Kennedy Expressway
• Eisenhower Expressway / Interstate 290 (I-290)
• Stevenson Expressway / Interstate 55 (I-55)
• Elgin O'Hare Expressway
• Interstate 57 (I-57)
• Interstate 294 (I-294)
• Interstate 90 (I-90)
• Interstate 80 (I-80)

As a midwestern region linking Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, and even the coasts, Northern Illinois is a national hub of some of the worst traffic in the country. In addition to commuter traffic, the region is known for the heavy trucking loads that traverse its roadways every day. Even though Illinois does not allow trucks in the far left lane, the danger to other drivers continues to be significant. We represent clients in truck accident cases involving improper loads, fatigued drivers, cell phone use, and recklessness or general negligence on the road.