WOMAN HURT IN CAR CRASH IN ROBBINS, ILLINOIS
A woman is recovering after a Car Accident in Robbins, Illinois. The auto collision happened just after midnight Monday near 156th and Kedzie Avenue.
Illinois State Police responded to the vehicle crash. Illinois investigators say the driver, a 21-year old man, had fallen asleep. His car, then, went off the street, hit a tree and struck part of high voltage equipment. While he was not hurt, his 18-year old passenger did suffer injuries. She was taken to Advocate Christ Hospital for treatment for her injuries.
Driving while tired can be a lethal combination for you and your passengers. The website, www.drivers.com, notes research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that about 100,000 police-reported vehicle accidents each year involve drowsiness or fatigue as a big factor. And those auto collisions amount to about 1,500 deaths and 71,000 injuries.
Even if you are well-rested, other drivers on the road with you may not be. Experienced Illinois Auto Accident Lawyers can help if you find yourself a victim of a car crash. Contact the Chicago Vehicle Collision Attorneys at Crossen Kooi for a FREE consultation.
