Chicago, IL (November 13, 2024) – On Wednesday morning, November 13, officers were at the scene of an area accident after a vehicle collided with an apartment building in Auburn Gresham.

This collision occurred just before 7:30 a.m. in the vicinity of Aberdeen Street and 76th Street. News footage showed the car driving through a fence and becoming trapped in the building.

According to the Chicago Fire Department, at least one individual was transported to the hospital, though their condition was not immediately known. It is also unclear whether or not any citations will be issued. However, police are still investigating the cause of the accident. Witnesses were asked to contact the Chicago Police Department if they had more information.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their family members at this time.

Car Accident Injuries in Illinois

An alarming proportion of car accidents occur in the state of Illinois and the greater Chicagoland area, resulting in tens of thousands of injuries. Nevertheless, there may be certain legal remedies that are available to a victim who has been struck, injured, or killed by a negligent party, regardless of whether that entity is a vehicle manufacturer, trucking company, or your average driver.

Our wrongful death attorneys at Ankin Law can help you obtain compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. Our unwavering wrongful death attorneys have successfully obtained compensation for local clients for several decades. We have obtained hundreds of millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements as one of the largest personal injury law firms in Illinois.

To assist you in winning your case, our team combines the proficiency, experience, and knowledge of more than eighty personal injury lawyers and support staff. When you work with our lawyers, you will have access to premier medical professionals, collision investigators, and accident reconstructionists on our side, all of whom can assist you in establishing fault and increasing your chances of receiving fair compensation for your loved one’s death. Please contact our personal injury lawyers in Chicagoland at 844-600-0000 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about your legal options at this challenging time.

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 any incorrect information in our post. We will correct it immediately or remove a post if requested.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended as a solicitation for business. It’s vital to understand that these posts do not offer legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Legal outcomes can differ based on individual circumstances. For personalized legal guidance, please reach out directly to Ankin Law, LLC. The featured image used in this post was not taken at this accident scene.