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Crosswalk Law: 🚶 Strong Protection
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 1.6 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
200+
Annual Fatalities
1.6 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Illinois Crosswalk Laws

🚶 Strong Pedestrian Protections

Illinois updated crosswalk laws to require drivers to STOP for pedestrians, not just yield. Strong protections in Chicago.

Right-of-Way Rules

Drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Chicago has Vision Zero program.

Illinois Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In Illinois, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (51%)

Illinois uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 51% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Illinois requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$20,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Illinois

Chicago arterials
Cicero Avenue
Western Avenue corridor

What Makes Illinois Unique

  • Chicago has robust pedestrian programs
  • State law requires stop, not yield
  • High traffic density in metro areas

Cities We Serve in Illinois

Chicago
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Aurora
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Naperville
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Rockford
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