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Peoria and Bloomington, Illinois

Peoria is a city in and the county seat of Peoria County, Illinois. It the largest city on the Illinois River. Established in 1691, Peoria is the oldest European settlement in Illinois, and is named after the Peoria tribe. As of the 2010 census, the city was the seventh-most populated in Illinois, with a population of 115,007. 

Bloomington is the county seat of McLean County. It is adjacent to Normal, and is the more populous of the two principal municipalities of the Bloomington-Normal metropolitan area. The 2010 census showed the city had a population of 76,610, making it the 12th most populated city in Illinois, and the fifth-most populous city in the state outside of the Chicago Metropolitan Area. Combined with Normal, the twin cities have a population of roughly 130,000.

Links to recent accidents in the Peoria and Bloomington area

Here is information on the most recent accidents in region:

• Peoria and Bloomington car accidents;
• Peoria and Bloomington motorcycle accidents;
• Peoria and Bloomington aircraft accidents;
• Peoria and Bloomington bicycle accidents;
• Peoria and Bloomington pedestrian accidents;
• Peoria and Bloomington commercial truck accidents.

Major Freeways

The Peoria area is served by three Interstate highways: Interstate 74, which runs from northwest to southeast through the downtown area, Interstate 474, a southern bypass of I-74 through portions of Peoria and the suburbs of Bartonville and Creve Coeur, and Interstate 155, which runs south from I-74 in Morton to Interstate 55 in Lincoln which connects to Springfield and St. Louis. I-74 crosses over the Illinois River via the Murray Baker Bridge, while I-474 crosses via the Shade-Lohmann Bridge. The nearest metropolitan centers accessible on I-74 are the Quad Cities to the west, and Bloomington-Normal to the east.

Interstates 39, 55 and 74 intersect at Bloomington, making the city a substantial transportation hub. US highways 51 and 150 and Illinois state route 9 also run through Bloomington. The legendary highway U.S. Route 66 once ran directly through the city's downtown and later on a bypass to the east. The Bloomington-Normal Public Transit System operates Bloomington-Normal's internal bus system, and several intercity bus lines operate north-south and east-west service through the city.

Bloomington is serviced by passenger rail, bus service, and several airlines.

Information on the major hospitals in Peoria and Bloomington:

• OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - Peoria;
• Peoria Hospital;
• Kindred Hospital Peoria;
• OSF Saint Joseph Medical Center - Bloomington;
• BroMenn Medical Center - Bloomington.

When someone is injured in an accident in Peoria or Bloomington, it is important to gather information about what happens next.

Being injured in a serious accident is always a shocking and scary experience, and dealing with the aftermath is exhausting and stressful. Accident victims are forced to deal with hospitalization, medical treatments, missed work, and lost income, often while trying to manage pain and disability from their injuries. And then the insurance adjusters start circling. When an accident or injury is serious, people need legal assistance.

Where to find legal assistance after a Peoria or Bloomington injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Peoria - Bloomington personal injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Peoria - Bloomington wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Peoria - Bloomington accident attorney can do to help.

Waco

Waco is the largest city in McLennan County and is situated along the Brazos River in eastern central Texas. The city is about halfway between Dallas and Austin. Waco's downtown is built around the Waco Suspension Bridge, which was a very important crossing when it was built in 1870. 

Temple

Temple is a city in Bell County, Texas. Temple is located in the region referred to as Central Texas and is a principal city in the Killeen–Temple–Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical Area. Temple is 65 miles north of Austin and 34 miles south of Waco.

Bryan

Bryan is  is a city in Brazos County, Texas. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 76,201. It is the county seat of Brazos County and is located in the heart of the Brazos Valley. It borders the city of College Station, which lies to its south. Together they are referred to as the Bryan–College Station metropolitan area, the sixteenth largest metropolitan area in Texas.

Major Roadways

• Interstate 35 is the major north-south highway in Waco, connecting the city directly to Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio.
• Texas State Highway 6 runs northwest-southeast through the city, connecting it to Bryan and Houston.
• U.S. Route 84 is the major east-west thoroughfare in the area.
• Texas State Highway 31 passes just east of Waco, and connects the city to Tyler, Longview, and Shreveport.

Other Transportation

• The Waco Transit System offers bus service in the city Monday-Saturdays.
• The Waco Regional Airport provides daily flights to the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
• The TSTC Waco Airport is a general aviation facility, and was the primary fly-in point for former President George W. Bush when he was visiting his ranch in Crawford.
• Amtrak's Texas Eagle passenger train route stops in McGregor which is about 20 miles from the city.

Go here to learn more about recent Waco, Temple, and Bryan accidents including:

Waco, Temple, and Bryan car accidents;

Waco, Temple, and Bryan truck accidents;

Waco, Temple, and Bryan bicycle accidents;

Waco, Temple, and Bryan motorcycle accidents;

Waco, Temple, and Bryan aircraft accidents;

Waco, Temple, and Bryan bus accidents.

Major hospitals in the region:

• Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center in Waco;
• Providence Healthcare Network;
• Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple;
• Central Texas Veteran's Hospital in Temple;
• St. Joseph Regional Health Center in Bryan.

Where to find legal assistance after a Waco, Temple, or Bryan injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Waco-Temple-Bryan personal injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Waco-Temple-Bryan wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Waco-Temple-Bryan car accident lawyer can do to help.

Gainesville

Gainesville is the largest city in north-central Florida and is home to the University of Florida and Santa Fe College. College students make up a significant portion of the population, and college reated events are important to the community. Because of its inland location, Gainesville experiences wide temperature fluctuation, with temperatures averaging in the low 70s at night and in the 90s during the day. Gaiensville has even been known to experience sustained freezes every few years. Gatorade was invented in Gainesville in the 1960s as a drink for the UF sports team, though their headquarters has since been moved to Chicago.

Major Roadways

• Interstate 75 is a north-south highway that travels from the Ontario border to southern Florida. I-75 serves as a primary route through all of Florida, running 471 miles and connecting Ocala, Gainesville, and Fort Myers. 
• State Road 24 passes through Gainesville, connecting it to the southwestern coast.
• State Road 26 is an east-west route that runs through north central Florida.

Other Transportation

• The Amtrak Silver Service route provides passenger rail all along the eastern coast of the United States, from New York to Tampa and stopping in Gainesville along the way.
• The Gainesville Regional Transit System provides over 37 bus routes in Gainesville and its surrounding areas.
• In the northern end of the city is the Gainesville Regional Airport, which provides daily flights to Miami, Atlanta, Orlando, and Charlotte.

Gainesville Accidents by Type

• Gainesville car accidents
• Gainesville pedestrian accidents
• Gainesville motorcycle accidents
• Gainesville bicycle accidents
• Gainesville commercial truck accidents
• Other types of Gainesville accidents

Nearby Hospitals

• North Florida Regional Medical Center
• University of Florida Health

Other Safety Resources and Grief Support

• Gainesville P.D. Pedestrian Saftey Brochure
• Gainesville Cycling Club Riding and Safety Tips
• City of Gainesville Bicycle/Pedestrian Program
• Griefnet.org Online Grief Support

Where to find legal assistance after a Gainesville accident 

Wichita - The largest city in Kansas and home of nearly 8,000 traffic accidents in 2013

Known fondly as the "The Air Capital of the World," Wichita is a hub of culture, media and commerce. It's home to several universitites and boasts Kansas's largest airport. The major roadways in Wichita include:

• Interstate 35;
• U.S. Route 400;
• K-42;
• K-96.

Hutchinson, the largest city and county seat in Reno County, is located on the Arkansas River. It has been home to salt mines since 1887, thus its nickname of "Salt City".

For up-to-date information about roadways and conditions, visit the Kansas Department of Transportation website. And to find out about current weather conditions in the Wichita-Hutchinson area, go to Accuweather.

Links to recent accidents in the Wichita-Hutchinson area

Here is information on the most recent accidents in Wichita:

• Wichita and Hutchinson car accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson commercial truck accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson pedestrian accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson aircraft accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson bicycle accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson bus accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson train accidents;
• Wichita and Hutchinson motorcycle accidents.

If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in Wichita, go to the link above for the accident type you are seeking.

Many accident victims would like a free copy of the traffic collision report which may give the following information:

• the date, time of day, and street location of the collision;
• the weather conditions at the time of the crash;
• the names and addresses of all drivers;
• the insurance company of each driver;
• a diagram detailing the crash scene;
• the name and badge number of the law enforcement officers who responded to the accident.

If you know someone who has been injured in a Wichita or Hutchinson accident, here are links to the major hospitals in the area:

• Wesley Medical Center;
• Via Christi Health;
• Children's Mercy Wichita;
• Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System.

Wichita and Hutchinson grief support information for accident victims

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. To learn more, follow the links to Wichita grief support organizations and Hutchinson grief support groups.

Wichita legal information for accident victims

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Wichita or Hutchinson, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Wichita or Hutchinson injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Wichita injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work when an injured person is out-of-network, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Wichita wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Wichita - Hutchinson personal injury attorney can do to help.