What is the statute of limitations for truck accidents in Illinois?

In Illinois, the statute of limitations for truck accident claims is 2 years from the date of the accident. Do not wait — evidence disappears quickly and missing the deadline bars your claim entirely.

How many truck accident fatalities occur in Illinois each year?

Illinois records approximately 155 truck crash fatalities per year, ranking #8 in the nation for commercial vehicle crash deaths.

What should I do after a truck accident in Illinois?

After a truck accident in Illinois: call 911 immediately, seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, get witness information, and contact an experienced truck accident attorney before speaking to any insurance company. Juan Cordero Lawyers offers free consultations with no fee unless you win.

#8 Most Dangerous State

Illinois

Truck Accident News, Crash Reports & Legal Resources

Annual Fatalities

155

truck crash deaths/year

National Rank

#8 of 50

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident

Dangerous Interstates

I-55, I-57, I-80

High-Risk Cities

Chicago, Rockford, Peoria

Recent Truck Accidents in Illinois

Breaking News Jun 3, 2026 Joliet, IL

I-80 Truck Crash Near Joliet Kills One, Backs Up Traffic for Miles

A semi truck collided with a passenger vehicle on I-80 near Joliet, killing the driver and causing a massive traffic backup stretching into Indiana.

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Traffic Alert May 30, 2026 Chicago, IL

Chicago I-94 Truck Accident Snarls Rush Hour for Three Hours

A commercial truck crash on I-94 in Chicago during evening rush hour caused gridlock across the city's expressway network.

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Regulation May 24, 2026 Springfield, IL

Illinois Cracks Down on Overweight Trucks After Bridge Damage Reports

Illinois DOT launched an enforcement campaign targeting overweight commercial trucks after inspectors found structural damage to multiple highway bridges.

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Did You Know?

Chicago is the nation's largest inland freight hub — more commercial trucks pass through Illinois than almost any other state.

Most Dangerous Roads in Illinois

I-55

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I-57

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I-80

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I-90

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I-94

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Illinois Truck Accident Law

Illinois follows a modified comparative fault rule — you can recover if you are less than 51% at fault. Illinois courts have been favorable to truck accident victims in cases involving carrier negligence.

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident

Don't wait — evidence disappears and deadlines are strict.

After a Truck Accident in IL

1Call 911 and get medical attention immediately
2Document the scene — photos, truck number, company name
3Get contact info from all witnesses
4Do not speak to the trucking company's insurance
5Contact a truck accident attorney before signing anything

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