Chicago, IL (October 14, 2024) – According to troopers with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and local officers, the inbound and outbound lanes on the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) were closed early Monday morning, October 14.

Heavy delays were reported after a pedestrian on the roadway was struck and killed overnight, the ISP confirmed. The crash, which involved an SUV and a pedestrian, took place around 4:20 a.m. Per the ISP, the pedestrian, an adult male, was struck and killed near the outbound lanes.

As of 5:00 a.m., ISP said traffic was being diverted in both directions. In the outbound lanes, traffic was diverted at 9th Avenue, ISP said, with traffic in the inbound lanes diverted at 25th Avenue. However, no further details were released, and the deceased victim was not identified. It’s unclear if citations are pending, but an inquiry into the cause of the accident remains ongoing.

We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased man’s family at this time.

Pedestrian Accidents in Illinois

The state of Illinois and the surrounding Chicagoland area see a high volume of pedestrian accidents, which cause tens of thousands of casualties nationwide. If a negligent party—such as a train conductor, driver, transportation corporation, or manufacturer—caused a pedestrian accident or caused the loss of a loved one in one of these incidents, the victim may be entitled to a number of legal remedies.

Our pedestrian accident lawyers at Ankin Law can assist you in obtaining financial support to cover your medical costs, lost income, and mental suffering. For many years, our Chicago pedestrian accident lawyers have successfully gotten settlements for neighborhood clients. Being one of the biggest personal injury law offices in Illinois, we have secured jury verdicts and settlements totaling hundreds of millions of dollars.

Moreover, our team utilizes the combined knowledge, experience, and expertise of over eighty personal injury lawyers, pedestrian accident lawyers, and support staff to help you prevail in your case. Our attorneys will provide you with access to top-tier medical professionals, collision investigators, and accident reconstructionists who can help you establish culpability and obtain fair compensation for your injuries. Don’t wait to reach out to our pedestrian accident lawyers in Chicagoland at 844-600-0000 to learn more about your legal options at this frustrating time in your life.

Note: We use outside sources such as news reports, police reports, social media platforms, and first-hand or eyewitness accounts about accidents that happen throughout the state of Illinois. We have not verified any of the facts surrounding this particular accident. Please contact Ankin Law, LLC, if you locate incorrect information in our post. We will correct it immediately or remove a post if requested.

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