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Gov. Quinn Signs Law Allowing Speed Cameras At Some Intersections

by on February 12, 2012 in Accident, bus accident, car accident, new law, transportation news, truck accident

Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed the Chicago speed camera bill into law Monday.

The new law, Senate Bill 965, allows Chicago to use its red light camera to issue speeding tickets by mail at 79 intersections within 1/8 of a mile from a school or park. The bill should take effect July 1.

It is set to be the largest automated speed enforcement program. In order for officials to utilize the new law, they must retrofit the 79 eligible locations with speed camera hardware, which could take some time.

Drivers photographed at the intersections and exceeding the speed limit by 5 mph and 11 mph would be fined $50 and those exceeding the speed limit by more than 11 mph would be fined $100.

Red cameras were first installed in Chicago by the Chicago Department of Transportation in 2003. The Chicago city council now must pass an ordinance allowing the city to utilize the red light cameras as speed camera enforcements Wednesday.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a car or truck accident, you need an experienced Chicago car accident attorney. Contact our offices today for a free case evaluation.

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Amtrak Sues Trucking Company Involved In Deadly Crash

by on June 30, 2011 in Accident, accidental death, train accident, transportation news, truck accident, wrongful death

Amtrak sued the truck company involved in a Nevada crash that killed six and injured many more last Friday morning.

The crash occurred when the truck driver slammed into the train through the crossing gate in Nevada. About 200 passengers were on the California Zephyr at the time, traveling from Chicago to Emeryville, Ca.

The 43-year-old driver was one of those killed in the accident. The National Transportation and Safety Board is still investigating the accident and said it may take up to a year to complete the investigation.

Amtrak is suing the John Davis Trucking Company, based in Nevada, for unspecified damages, including loss of its train cars, loss of business and expenses associated with the clean-up and investigation.

The lawsuit is the second in connection with the accident. Earlier this week, an Amtrak attendee sued the trucking company for negligence.

If you or your loved one has been injured in a trucking or train accident, our offices may be able to help you. Contact us today for your free, immediate case evaluation.

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