Three years ago Richard Wright and his fifteen year old daughter were riding a motorcycle on the streets of Joliet. When they got to an intersection they were struck by a Chevrolet truck that was attempting to make a left hand turn. Richard Wright suffered numerous injuries including a fractured wrist and a fractured ankle that required surgery. His daughter also suffered numerous injuries including a badly broken ankle that will require additional surgery this year and a severe leg fracture.
Richard Wright filed a personal injury lawsuit against the truck driver who caused his injuries and his daughter’s injuries. Earlier this month the Wrights settled their truck accident case for $6 million dollars. It is believed to be the largest personal injury settlement award in the history of Will County.
Truck accidents are a serious problem on Illinois roads and truck accident victims can incur significant injuries. If you or your child have been hurt, or a loved one has been killed, in a truck accident then it is important to seek the counsel of experienced Illinois truck accident attorneys. Your truck accident attorney can help you through settlement negotiations and trial, if necessary to seek a fair and equitable damage award for the injuries sustained in an Illinois truck accident.