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Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur, Illinois

Champaign is located 135 miles south of Chicago, 124 miles west of Indianapolis, Indiana, and 178 mi northeast of St. Louis, Missouri. The city was home to 84,513 people as of July 1, 2014. Champaign is the tenth-most populous city in Illinois, and the state's fourth-most populous city outside of the Chicago metropolitan area.Champaign offers the best of urban life in a friendly, smaller city. With a world class university and a vibrant downtown, Champaign offers arts, culture, and diversity.

Springfield, Illinois is the birthplace and burial place of Abraham Lincoln. Springfield is the capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. Census makes it the state's sixth most populous city. It is the largest city in central Illinois. As of 2013, the city's population was estimated to have increased to 117,006.

Decatur, Illinois is the largest city and the county seat of Macon County. The city was founded in 1829 and is located along the Sangamon River and Lake Decatur in Central Illinois. In 2015, the city's estimated population was 73,254. The city is home of private Millikin University and public Richland Community College. Decatur has vast industrial and agricultural processing production, including the North American headquarters of agricultural conglomerate Archer Daniels Midland, international agribusiness Tate & Lyle's largest corn-processing plant, and the designing and manufacturing facilities for Caterpillar Inc.'s wheel-tractor scrapers, off-highway trucks, and large mining trucks.

Links to recent accidents in the Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur area

Here is information on the most recent accidents in region:

Major Freeways

In Champaign, Interstate 57 (I-57) is an Interstate Highway in Missouri and Illinois that parallels the old Illinois Central rail line for much of its route. It goes from Sikeston, Missouri, at Interstate 55 to Chicago, Illinois, at Interstate 94. Interstate 72 (I-72) is an Interstate Highway with a western terminus in Hannibal, Missouri, at an intersection with U.S. Route 61; its eastern terminus is at Country Fair Drive in Champaign. The route runs through both Decatur and Springfield.

In Springfield, Interstate 55 runs from north to south past Springfield, while I-72, which is concurrent with US 36 from the Missouri state line to Decatur, runs from east to west. Springfield is also served by Amtrak passenger trains, which operate between Chicago and St. Louis and stop at the former Gulf, Mobile & Ohio station. Springfield is also served by Greyhound lines at a station on North Dirksen Parkway. Local mass transportation needs are met by a bus service. The Springfield Mass Transit District (SMTD) operates Springfield's bus system. The city also lies along historic Route 66.

In Decatur, Interstate 72, U.S. Route 51, U.S. Route 36, Illinois Route 48, Illinois Route 105, and Illinois Route 121 are key highway links for the area.

Information on the major hospitals in Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur:

Presence Comfort Medical Center - Champaign;

Carle Foundation Hospital - Champaign;

HSHS St. John's Hospital - Springfield;

Memorial Medical Center - Springfield;

Decatur Memorial Hospital - Decatur.

When someone is injured in an accident in Champaign, Springfield, or Decatur, 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 Champaign, Springfield, or Decatur injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Champaign - Springfield - Decatur personal 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 Champaign - Springfield - Decatur 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 Champaign - Springfield - Decatur accident attorney can do to help.

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Louisville - Kentucky's largest city; a blend of the old and the new

Louisville is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the 28th most populous city in the United States. Louisville was founded in 1778, one of the oldest cities west of the Appalachian Mountains. Today the city is known as the home of the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Fried Chicken, the University of Louisville and its Louisville Cardinals athletic teams. Although situated in a Southern state, Louisville is influenced by both Southern and Midwestern culture. It is sometimes referred to as either one of the northernmost Southern cities or as one of the southernmost Northern cities in the United States.

Louisville's Major Roadways:

  • Interstate 64 passes through Louisville and runs for a total of 191 miles, beginning in St. Louis, Missouri and ending in Richmond, Virginia.
  • Interstate 65 is a major highway that runs from Gary, Indiana to Mobile, Alabama, passing through Louisville on the way.
  • Interstate 71 begins in Louisville and runs northeast, ending in Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Interstate 264 (Henry Watterson Expressway east of US 31W, and Shawnee Expressway west of US 31W) runs a circle on the southern side of Louisville.
  • Interstate 265 / Gene Snyder Freeway rings around the Louisville metropolitan area, which includes some of southern Indiana.

Other Transportation in Louisville

  • Public Transportation in Louisville consists mostly of buses run by the Transit Authority of River City. A trolley system is also available in the downtown and shopping districts.
  • Louisville has historically been a major center for railway traffic. In modern times, the city is served by two major freight railroads, CSX and Norfolk Southern. Two regional railroads, Paducah and Louisville Railway, and the Louisville and Indiana Railroad, are also present in the area.
  • Louisville's main airport is the Louisville International Airport, which is the global airport hub for UPS. 

Major Hospitals and Medical Centers in Louisville

If you know someone who has recently been in an accident in the Louisville area, it is likely that they were taken to one of the following places for treatment.

Resources and Outreach Organizations in Louisville

Search Louisville Accidents by Type

Here at Accident Data Center, we sort our accident reports by the types of vehicles involved. Here are all the categories of Louisville accidents.

When someone is injured in an accident in Louisville, 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. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

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Evansville - city at the border of three states

Evansville is the commercial, medical, and cultural hub of Southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky tri-state area. It is the third-largest city in the state of Indiana and the largest city in Southern Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 117,429 and a metropolitan population of 358,676. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County. Summers in Evansville are hot and humid, and winters are cool to cold. 

Major Roadways in Evansville

  • Interstate 64 is a major east-west highway that connects Indiana to Illinois and Kentucky.
  • Interstate 69 runs diagonally northeast to southwest through the state of Indiana.
  • U.S. Highway 41 is a north-south highway that runs parallel to the Illinois State line on the Indiana side.

Other Transportation in Evansville

Major Hospitals and Medical Centers in Evansville, Indiana

If you know someone who has been injured in an accident and are trying to get information about their condition, here are links to the major hospitals and medical centers around Evansville.

Outreach Programs and Resources in Evansville

Search Accident Types in Evansville

Information on the most recent accidents in Lexington can be sorted by the types of vehicles involved. Click the links below to learn about specific accident types.

When someone is injured in an accident in Evansville, 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. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

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Quincy, Illinois, Hannibal, Missouri, and Keokuk, Iowa

Quincy known as Illinois's "Gem City," is a city on the Mississippi River and the county seat of Adams County, Illinois. As of July 1, 2015, the Quincy Micro Area had an estimated population of 77,220. During the 19th Century, Quincy was a thriving transportation center as riverboats and rail service linked the city to many destinations west and along the river. It was once Illinois' second-largest city. The city holds several historic districts, including the Downtown Quincy Historic District and the South Side German Historic District showcasing the architecture of Quincy's many German immigrants from the late-19th century. Today, Quincy remains a prominent river city. It has been twice recognized as an All-America City and is a participant in the Tree City USA program. 

Hannibal, Missouri is located in Marion and Ralls counties. It is located at the intersection of Interstate 72 and U.S. Routes 24, 36, and 61, approximately 100 miles northwest of St. Louis. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the population was 17,606, making it the largest city in Marion County, although it is not the county seat. It is also the principal city of the Hannibal, Missouri micropolitan area, which consists of both counties.

Keokuk, Iowa is a city and a county seat of Lee County along with Fort Madison. It is also the most southerly city in Iowa. The population was 10,780 at the 2010 census. The city is named after the Sauk chief Keokuk, who is thought to be buried in Rand Park. It is located in the extreme southeast corner of Iowa where the Des Moines River meets with the Mississippi. It is located at the junction of U.S. Routes 61, 136 and 218. Just across the rivers are the towns of Hamilton and Warsaw, Illinois, and Alexandria, Missouri. Keokuk, along with the city of Fort Madison, is a principal city of the Fort Madison-Keokuk micropolitan area, which includes all of Lee County, Iowa and Clark County, Missouri.

Links to recent accidents in the Quincy, Hannibal, and Keokuk areas

Here is information on the most recent accidents in Quincy, Hannibal, and Keokuk, including:

Major Freeways

Interstate 72 passes approximately 12 miles (19 km) south of Quincy. Its spur route, Interstate 172, passes just east of town. Illinois Route 104 (Broadway) is a main east-west artery from the Mississippi River bridges to Interstate 172. Illinois Route 96 enters the city from the southeast and travels north (through the east side of Quincy) to U.S. Route 24. Illinois Route 57 branches south from U.S. 24 downtown and passes Quincy's Civic Center on its way to Interstate 172 southeast of the city. Illinois 96 also serves as the Great River Road, which follows the path of the Mississippi River. Eastbound U.S. 24 crosses the Mississippi River from Missouri on the Quincy Memorial Bridge, while westbound traffic uses the newer Bayview Bridge.

Interstate 72 was extended into Hannibal across the Mark Twain Memorial Bridge in 2000. Interstate 72 extends west to the intersection with U.S. Route 61. Future plans call for extending Interstate 72 west along U.S. Route 36 to Cameron, MO giving Hannibal an east-west link connecting Kansas City to Springfield, IL. U.S. Route 61 connects to Saint Louis to the south and is part of the Avenue of the Saints corridor that links to Saint Paul, MN. 

Other Transportation

The Quincy Regional Airport is to Quincy's east, about 5 miles outside of the city limits. Due to Quincy's close proximity to St. Louis, Cape Air offers 6 daily commuter flights that take less than an hour. They also have a code-share agreement with American Airlines. Flight instruction, plane rentals and hangar space are also available at the Airport. 

Hannibal Regional Airport, (formerly Hannibal Municipal Airport) was named William P. Lear Field in 2003 in honor of Lear who grew up in Hannibal and invented the Lear Jet. The airport is located 4 miles (6.4 km) west of the southern area and has one runway 4,400' x 100'. Freight railroad tracks link Hannibal in all directions: Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) tracks lead north to the Quad Cities and south to Saint Louis. Norfolk Southern (NS) tracks lead west to Kansas City and east to Springfield, IL.

Information on Quincy, Hannibal, and Keokuk's major hospitals:

Blessing Hospital - Quincy;

Hannibal Regional Hospital;

Keokuk Area Hospital.

When someone is injured in an accident in Quincy, Hannibal, or Keokuk, 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. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

Where to find legal assistance after a Quincy, Hannibal, or Keokuk injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Quincy - Hannibal - Keokuk personal 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 Quincy - Hannibal - Keokuk 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 Quincy - Hannibal - Keokuk accident attorney can do to help.

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Las Vegas is one of the nation's deadliest cities for pedestrian accidents

Las Vegas is a major tourist destination, with millions of people from around the world visiting each month. Since walking is a primary way of getting around Vegas, it makes sense that there are more pedestrians on the streets than in other cities the same size. It also makes sense that the sheer numbers of pedestrians means a higher number of pedestrian accidents.

Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina -  The Research Triangle of the Piedmont region

Raleigh and Durham are two cities that comprise The Research Triangle, commonly referred to as simply The Triangle, a region in the Piedmont of North Carolina, anchored by North Carolina State University, Duke University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The eight-county region, officially named the Raleigh–Durham–Cary–Chapel Hill combined statistical area (CSA), comprises the Raleigh-Cary and Durham–Chapel Hill metropolitan areas and the Dunn, Henderson, Oxford, and Sanford Micropolitan Statistical Areas. A 2013 Census estimate put the population at 2,037,430, making it the second largest metropolitan area in the state of North Carolina behind Charlotte. 

Raleigh is the capital of the state, the seat of Wake County. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees, which line the streets in the heart of the city. The city covers a land area of 142.8 square miles. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population as 451,066 as of July 1, 2015. It is also one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The city of Raleigh is named after Sir Walter Raleigh, who established the lost Roanoke Colony in present-day Dare County.

Durham is the county seat of Durham County, though portions also extend into Wake County in the east and Orange County in the west. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population to be 251,893 as of July 1, 2014. Major employers in Durham are Duke University and Duke Medical Center (39,000 employees, 14,000 students), about 2 miles west of the original downtown area, and companies in the Research Triangle Park (49,000 employees), about 10 miles southeast. 

Links to recent accidents in Raleigh and Durham

Here is information on the most recent accidents in region:

Major Freeways in Raleigh and Durham

  • I-40 traverses the southern part of the city, connecting Raleigh to Durham and Chapel Hill toward the west, and coastal Wilmington, North Carolina to the southeast.
  • I-440, Also known locally as the Raleigh Beltline, makes a loop around the central part of the city. The I-440 route labeling formerly encompassed the entire loop around the city, co-numbered though South Raleigh with I-40. In 2002, the NCDOT removed the I-440 designation from the co-numbered I-40 (southern and southwestern) sections of the loop, and the directional signage on the remaining I-440 portion was changed from Inner/Outer to East/West. The route designation changes were made to avoid driver confusion over the Inner/Outer designations, especially with Raleigh's new "Outer Beltline", as I-540 has become known.
  • I-540/NC 540 is currently under development. It is a partially completed outer beltway that will run around the outer edges of Wake County and into a small portion of southeast Durham county. The route is complete and currently open between the NC 55 Bypassinterchange Holly Springs and the US-64/US-264 interchange in suburban Knightdale. The route is tolled between NC 54 in Cary to its current southwestern terminus at NC 55 Bypass. Completion of the loop is planned (but unfunded), and also contingent upon selection of an agreeable route around the town of Garner.
  • I-495, designated in December 2013. The route will eventually connect I-440 to I-95 just east of Rocky Mount. It will be concurrent with U.S. 64 for its entire length, following the same roadway as currently exists. The segment from I-440 to I-540 is signed as I-495, while the segment to the east of I-540 is signed as "Future I-495". The highway is currently to Interstate standards only along the Knightdale Bypass, which runs from I-440 to the Business 64 exit between Knightdale and Wendell. East of this point, the road is a controlled access freeway, but does not meet interstate standards. The "future" designation will be removed as the road is eventually upgraded by improving the road's shoulders, which are currently too narrow to qualify for an Interstate Highway. 

Most travel in Durham is by private motor vehicle on its network of public streets and highways. Important arteries for traffic include NC 147, which connects Duke University, downtown, and Research Triangle Park, U.S. 15-501 between Durham and Chapel Hill, I-85, connecting Durham to Virginia and western North Carolina cities, and I-40 running across southern Durham County between the Research Triangle Park and Chapel Hill. The I-40 corridor has been the main site of commercial and residential development in Durham since its opening in the early 1990s. Over 95% of commuters use a car to get to work, with 14% of those people in carpools.

Durham maintains an extensive network of bicycle routes and trails and has been recognized with a Bicycle Friendly Community Award. The American Tobacco Trail begins in downtown and continues south through Research Triangle Park and ends in Wake County. The city is also considering furthering the progress on the Triangle Greenway System.

Information on the major hospitals in Raleigh and Durham:

Duke Raleigh Hospital;

WakeMed Raleigh Campus;

Duke Regional Hospital.

When someone is injured in an accident in Raleigh or Durham, 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.

Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.

Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Learn more here about how a Raleigh Durham personal injury lawyer can help.

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Lexington - Heartland of American music and horse racing capital

Lexington is the second-largest city in Kentucky and the 61st largest in the United States anchoring a metropolitan area of 489,435 people and a combined statistical area of 708,677 people. Lexington ranks tenth among US cities in college education rate, with 39.5% of residents having at least a bachelor's degree. It is the location of the Kentucky Horse Park, The Red Mile and Keeneland race courses, as well as Rupp Arena, the world's largest basketball-specific arena. Lexington faces the challege of balancing the rural roots that give the city its character with a growing population. 

Lexington major roadways

Major roadways in and around Lexington include:

  • Interstate 64 and Interstate 75 are directly accessible on the northeast border of Lexington, but the freeways do not run through downtown.
  • New Circle Road / Kentucky Route 4 is a state highway that serves as an inner beltway around Lexington. The state designates the start and finish of the road at its interchange with Nicholasville Road on the city's south side.
  • Man o' War Boulevard is a 17-mile urban arterial named after the racehorse Man o' War circling Lexington to its south. Its western terminus is at US 60 Versailles Road at Keeneland Race Course's main entrance, from which the highway heads southeast, intersecting with US 68 (Harrodsburg Road), US 27 (Nicholasville Road), and other roads.

Other Transportation in Lexington

Major Hospitals and Medical Centers

If you know someone who has been injured in an accident and are trying to get information about their condition, here are links to the major hospitals and medical centers around Lexington.

Outreach Programs and Resources in Lexington

Search Lexington accidents by type

Information on the most recent accidents in Lexington can be sorted by the types of vehicles involved. Click the links below to learn about specific accident types.

When someone is seriously injured or killed in an accident, it is important to get help from an experienced personal injury attorney. A good accident lawyer works with injured folks to get financial compensation for accidents and injuries. Learn more about:

 

Click the links below to learn more about common issues related to Lexington personal injuries and accidents, including:

When someone is injured in an accident in Lexington, 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. Find out more about how a good Lexington personal injury attorney helps accident victims.

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What every family needs to know about a wrongful death case

When someone is killed because of the carelessness or misconduct of another person, the surviving members of the victim's family may bring a "wrongful death" lawsuit.  Wrongful death lawsuits can also be filed against corporations and governmental agencies for their negligence. A wrongful death lawsuit may only be filed by the personal representative of the decedent's estate. This is usually a close family member, like a spouse, adult child or parent. A personal injury attorney can assist in helping the family have a personal representative appointed.

In Montgomery and Selma, pedestrian accidents and fatalities are on the rise

At one point or another, everyone is a pedestrian. As the expense of driving and insuring a vehicle rise, more and more people choose to walk to their destinations. As the number of pedestrians increases, so do the number of pedestrian accidents. To see where the Montgomery and Selma communities rank in terms of pedestrian collisions nationally, please go to this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.

What's in your pocket could hurt you - why the FDA hasn't declared e-cigarettes safe

What's in your pocket could hurt you - why the FDA hasn't declared e-cigarettes safe

Though e-cigarettes don't need to be lit with a lighter like smoking tobacco, they can still burn you. Although you mostly see car accident stories on this site, there's an increasing number of claims made against electronic cigarette manufacturers for selling products that might not be safe. Curious how this can happen under the FDA's nose? Read this article on why the FDA hasn't issued regulations on e-cigarettes yet.