Detrice Wortham Killed in Chicago Red-Light Crash on Stoney Island

CRASH INVESTIGATION

Red-light violations contribute to hundreds of fatalities and thousands of injuries across the United States every year.

According to safety data from 2018, 846 people lost their lives in crashes connected to red-light running incidents. Many of those victims were pedestrians, bicyclists, or occupants of other vehicles struck by drivers who ignored traffic signals, said Candice Bond, Managing Partner with Bond Legal.

During that same year, approximately 139,000 people suffered injuries in crashes involving drivers accused of running red lights.

“Investigators and accident reconstruction specialists are often essential in determining exactly how a collision occurred. These efforts can play a critical role in helping victims and their families pursue compensation for losses resulting from a serious crash,” Bond added.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the outcome of the investigation, surviving family members of the victim may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim. Families impacted by fatal crashes may seek compensation for damages that include loss of companionship, emotional suffering, and other related losses following a tragic accident.

Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal, noted, “Families coping with the sudden loss of a loved one are often faced with complicated legal procedures intended to safeguard their rights. An experienced attorney can provide important guidance during this difficult period while helping ensure surviving relatives obtain the compensation they deserve.”

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