A 43-year-old man who worked as a mental health counselor at Roseland Community Hospital was killed this morning when a vehicle jumped the curb and struck him. The man, who had previously worked at Cook County Jail and was now dedicated to helping troubled teens avoid incarceration, was on his way to pick up a paycheck when the fatal pedestrian accident occurred.
According to preliminary reports, a male driver lost control of his vehicle on 111th Street, just outside of the hospital. The driver remained at the scene and admitted to the police that he had lost control, but exactly why he did so is still under investigation. The victim had recently proposed to his girlfriend and was “excited about getting married” before his life was tragically cut short.
When someone else’s negligence or recklessness causes a wrongful death, the victim’s surviving family members are faced with the overwhelming grief of a sudden loss. No amount of money can bring back your loved one, but obtaining justice through a wrongful death lawsuit can help you and your family determine the truth behind the circumstances of their death, and hold the responsible parties accountable.
If your spouse or child has been killed because of someone else’s negligence, please contact Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd. today to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced Chicago wrongful death attorneys. We can help your family pursue justice and compensation on behalf of your loved one.
