ISP: Elease Tolar Dies After I-57 Tractor-Trailer Crash Near Ludlow

FATAL SEMI-TRUCK ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

The circumstances of the crash are under investigation by the Illinois State Police.

A variety of factors can contribute to a tractor-trailer crash, including loss of control of the truck, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, and driver fatigue.

Candice Bond, an experienced tractor-trailer accident attorney, said that in cases such as this, it’s imperative to have an independent investigation conducted in a timely manner to protect a victim’s family’s rights.

“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for Accident Injury News. “A skilled attorney can protect a grieving family from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver. Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding you through the legal process.”

In 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5,788 people were killed in traffic crashes involving large trucks, 17% more than in 2020. Additionally, 72% of people killed in such crashes in 2021 were occupants of other vehicles.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the results of the investigation, the family of Elease Tolar may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of love and companionship, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this one.

“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal. “We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”

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