Are You the Victim of a Motor Vehicle Accident?

Statistics show that auto and vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of personal injuries. Drivers can be distracted, careless and even reckless.  Attorneys at The Cochran Firm know that victims injured in auto crashes suffer  not only physically, emotionally but financially as well.

“At The Cochran Firm Chicago, our attorneys are here to provide the legal representation Illinois victims Deserve”

Cases We Handle

Our accident attorneys handle all types of accidents involving motor vehicles. This includes:

  • Truck and Bus accidents
  • Auto and Motorcycle accidents
  • Pedestrian and bicycle accidents

Auto Accident Areas

While we can take various cases, these are some of the most common. If you or a loved one has suffered from any of these areas, please contact us or fill out the Free case Evaluation.

Drunk and Distracted Driver Accidents

Drunk Driving is a choice. Sadly, drunk driver accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths on roads today. According to a report generated by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 10,000 people die daily on the road each year. 

A distracted driver can be any driver who is not fully focused on driving. You may have seen a distracted driver who is on the phone, sending a text message, or even putting on makeup. Whenever drivers take their eyes off the road, they put everyone at risk, which often results in a serious car accident.  Drivers underestimate how one careless error can cause serious harm.

Bus Accidents

Buses are a safe form of transportation but bus accidents do occur. Accidents can be the result of negligence on the part of the bus driver, bus operator, or manufacturer. Those who are injured often require hospital stays and lengthy ongoing medical care and have to deal with lost wages. Our experienced bus accident lawyers will answer all your concerns, explain the judicial process and represent you in the courtroom.

Truck and Commercial Vehicle Accidents

Truck and other commercial vehicle accident cases can be more complicated than a standard motor vehicle crash because in addition to the driver, the company employing the driver also bears liability when various safety standards are violated.  

Drivers of these types of vehicles often operate for long hours, drive while sleep deprived, and contribute to accidents by driving too fast for conditions.  As a result, the mistakes of a commercial vehicle operator can cause catastrophic and life changing harm to other motorists on the roadway and the general public.

If you are the victim of an accident involving a truck or other commercial vehicle,  you should immediately speak with an attorney to protect your rights.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

Motor vehicle crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists are on the rise.  Pedestrian and bike riders are afforded certain protections while using the streets and roadways. Common injuries include crossing the street, while jogging, or exercising, or you can file a pedestrian or bicycle accident case.  After being injured you may find it difficult to complete your regular tasks because of the mental and physical trauma after the accident.  You should immediately speak to a pedestrian and bicycle accident attorney to see if you have a claim. 

Defective Products – Automotive

Manufacturers of products made available to the consuming public have the responsibility and obligation to insure the safety of their products.  For instance an SUV or other motor vehicle that’s prone to rolling over, the airbags do not adequately deploy, the seat belt latch prematurely fails, these defects may establish the bases for pursuing a products liability case.

Sometimes, the driver is not the only cause of an auto accident. Poorly maintained roads and inadequate street signs may also contribute to an auto accident. Roadway defects are the cause of many car accidents in Illinois. As a result, the appropriate government entity is held responsible for car accidents that occur on defectively designed streets and roadways. If you have been injured in an auto accident because of a defective road, you may have a claim against all liable entities.