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In 2025, Illinois saw a troubling rise in pedestrian fatalities even as overall traffic deaths edged downward. According to preliminary data from the Illinois Department of Transportation, pedestrian deaths climbed from 195 in 2022 to 218 in 2025, bucking the broader statewide trend of decreasing crash fatalities. This escalation has brought renewed urgency to efforts…

Pedestrian accidents remain one of the most serious and persistent traffic safety issues in the United States. Despite advances in road design and vehicle technology, pedestrian deaths have reached their highest levels in decades. In 2023, there were 7,314 pedestrian fatalities nationwide, the highest number since 1981, and an estimated 68,000 pedestrian injuries. That means,…

Pedestrian accidents on highways are among the most devastating types of traffic collisions. When a person on foot is struck by a vehicle traveling at highway speeds, the chances of severe injury or death are very high. In this blog, we explain where and why these collisions happen, who is most at risk, the legal…

Every school day in Illinois, thousands of children and caregivers cross streets during the busiest driving hours. When drivers speed, glance at a phone, or ignore a crossing guard, the risk of a serious pedestrian accident spikes, especially in the chaos of morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal. State law tries to protect kids with special…

Pedestrian accidents can result in life-altering injuries, long-term disabilities, and even death. Despite the severity of these incidents, many victims find that insurance companies are quick to downplay the value of their claims. At John J. Malm & Associates, our Illinois pedestrian accident attorneys have seen firsthand how insurers minimize the impact of these crashes…

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the United States. It’s inexpensive, requires minimal equipment, and can be done almost anywhere. But for all its benefits, running—especially on streets and near traffic—carries serious risks. Every year, hundreds of runners are struck by cars, often with devastating or fatal consequences. “Runners have…

Being struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian is a terrifying and often life-altering experience. In the aftermath of such an accident, victims are left to deal with physical injuries, emotional trauma, lost wages, and mounting medical bills. But what happens if the at-fault driver has no insurance—or worse, if they flee the scene? Many…

In Illinois, pedestrians often jaywalk, due to various reasons. Sometimes, jaywalking pedestrians are struck by a car or involved in an accident, leading to serious injuries. In these cases, the pedestrians ask whether they still have a legal right to pursue compensation from drivers involved in the incident. While Illinois still allows jaywalkers to pursue…

According to the Daily Herald, Illinois experienced a notable decline in overall fatal car accidents in 2024, reaching the lowest levels since 2020. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) reported 1,103 fatal traffic crashes resulting in 1,196 deaths, marking a 3.5% decrease from 2023. However, the Daily Herald reports that this positive trend was overshadowed…

In recent years, car manufacturers have developed a variety of technologies aimed at preventing pedestrian accidents. From automatic emergency braking systems to advanced sensors that can detect pedestrians in a vehicle’s path, these innovations are designed to reduce the growing number of fatalities and injuries involving pedestrians. Yet, according to a recent study by the…