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High Speed Chase Leads to Fatal Crash in Murphysboro, Illinois
category: Car Accidents
High Speed Chase Leads to Fatal Crash in Murphysboro, Illinois A driver’s refusal to stop for police led to a fatal crash in Murphysboro, Illinois the morning of February 4, 2025, leaving one person dead and another with life-threatening injuries, according to the Illinois State Police. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a Murphysboro Illinois Police Department officer attempted to conduct a traf …
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Category: Car Accidents
High Speed Chase Leads to Fatal Crash in Murphysboro, Illinois
High Speed Chase Leads to Fatal Crash in Murphysboro, Illinois A driver’s refusal to stop for police led to a fatal crash in Murphysboro, Illinois the morning of February 4, 2025, leaving one person dead and another with life-threatening injuries, according to the Illinois State Police. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a Murphysboro Illinois Police Depart …

Category: Distracted Driving
Distracted Driver in Mt. Vernon, Illinois Hits Pedestrian While Allegedly Using Cell Phone
Driver's Negligence Blamed in Mount Vernon Pedestrian Crash A serious accident in Mount Vernon, Illinois left a pedestrian in critical condition after an 18-year-old driver, allegedly distracted by an electronic device, struck him on Salem Road. According to Mount Vernon Police Chief Robert Brands, the crash occurred shortly before 9 p.m. on Wednesday, …

Category: Wrongful Death
Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death Cases in Illinois
Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death Cases in Illinois. For more than 50 years, Hassakis & Hassakis has helped survivors of families claim millions of dollars for wrongful death settlements in Southern Illinois. Our firm recognizes how difficult it can be to lose a family member, spouse, or financial dependant due to a negligent act that may or may not …

Category: Truck Accidents
Practical Tips for Staying Safe Around Large Trucks
Practical Tips for Staying Safe Around Large Trucks. Sharing the road with large trucks requires extra caution to ensure safety for all drivers. Trucks are significantly larger and less maneuverable than standard vehicles, making it essential to drive responsibly when near them. At Hassakis & Hassakis, we’re committed to promoting road safety across …