In early October, a truck driver caused a four-vehicle crash on IL Route 59. The truck driver later died at Northwestern Medicine, Central DuPage Hospital. Witnesses said the semi-tractor trailer was traveling south when it veered to the left, striking a vehicle. The semi then rolled, striking a commercial vehicle and a passenger car. Lane closures were necessary to remove collision debris from the road and begin a crash investigation.
The drivers of the other three vehicles suffered injuries, although none were life-threatening. What happens when a semi-truck driver is responsible for a multi-car accident? It can be difficult enough to be involved in a truck accident between the truck and one vehicle. Trucking companies tend to “circle the wagons” immediately to prevent injured parties from getting the settlement they need and deserve.