Buckle up and call your uncle, because we're taking a trip to the hidden goldmine of the Midwest. St. Louis, Kansas City, Cleveland… maybe even Chicago. You know and love them, but there's a lesser-known place with a brilliant charm awaiting your arrival: Southern Illinois. This region is considered the southern third of the state and holds a special place in the heart of Illinoisans. Southern Illinois holds a cultural and historical heritage that stands out. This page is your guide to the area and your best resource for a Southern Illinois injury lawyer.
Have you been injured in Illinois? Has this injury caused you to suffer physically, emotionally, or financially? With the right help, you can win money for your losses. An attorney can present your predicament in court which may result in a large compensation. Read more about Southern Illinois and how to get started with a personal injury case. Contacting a Southern Illinois injury lawyer maybe your best option.
Southern Illinois is located between Missouri and Indiana, just south of Wisconsin and Iowa. It is bordered by the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, the two most voluminous rivers in the US. Notable cities include Carbondale, Effingham, Centralia, Marion, Collinsville, Edwardsville, and Alton. Much of Southern Illinois is considered rural.
The known history of the region dates back more than 14,000 years. Like much of the Midwest, the land went from the Native Americans to the French before being taken over by modern Americans. In fact, Cahokia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the richest Native American historical sites, is in Collinsville. Abraham Lincoln worked extensively in Southern Illinois. This area was central to the Civil War, as well.
Some of Southern Illinois's most important industries historically have been coal, oil, agriculture, transportation technology, and electronics. Tourism focuses on casinos, wineries, and orchards. Transportation is strong in the region with numerous highways, a passenger rail, and airports. Getting around is generally not a problem in Illinois, though the occasional injury may warrant a Southern Illinois injury lawyer.
Who lives in Southern Illinois? Southern Illinois's population is about 1.2 million of the more than 12 million that make up the entirety of the state. Due to simply being a slice of Illinois, stats on this particular region are difficult to articulate. However, zooming in on Carbondale can give us a decent idea. 85% of residents speak English, 66% were born in-state, and age 20-30 is the most common. Urban cities like Carbondale have a younger population often seeking more innovative jobs while the rural areas are more traditional in business and culture. The presence of universities such as Southern Illinois University is a major reason. With St. Louis being a stone's throw from the state, many commute from Missouri to Illinois for work. The average income for Illinois is $60k per year with the average rent being under $700 per month. Overall, Southern Illinois has a few densely populated cities filled with mostly young people furthering their education or pursuing work.
If you've never been to Illinois, you may be curious about what to look out for in terms of crime or other safety hazards. Rest assured, the southern chunk of the state is quite safe. Most crime rates have declined in the last few years and property theft is one of the biggest concerns. Nonetheless, there are many things you should be aware of when going to Illinois.
Facing assault, wrongful death, unwarned side effects, and dog bites are just a few risks you run in Southern Illinois. Instances like these are unfortunately common and continually arise in court. Some of the main cases that TorHoerman Law has been fighting include JUUL, Diacetyl, talcum powder, birth defects, truck & car accidents, and Truvada. Whether it's from harmful products or poor safety standards, some businesses prove to be responsible for the suffering of their customers. If you are a victim, please reach out to us. THLaw is Illinois's most expert team of attorneys. If you need a Southern Illinois injury lawyer, we can help.
Illinois is no stranger to danger on the roads. The Midwest notoriously struggles with road safety, often sporting crash rates higher than the national average. A combination of temperamental weather, mixed urban and rural roads, and intoxication are frequent contributors to traffic fatalities. Here are some statistics from 2017 on the matter:
If you've been in an accident or suffered at the hands of a third party, a lawsuit may be appropriate. It's likely the incident has negatively affected you long after it took place. In the court of law, someone may owe you money. The process looks a bit like this. You call a lawyer. You tell them about the circumstances of your suffering. If the lawyer finds your case adequate to try in court, they'll begin to gather evidence. They'll assess your damages and develop an argument for compensatory or punitive damages. The success of the trial depends largely on liability for the accident. Throughout the civil lawsuit process, you and your attorney will work together to keep you informed about each step of the lawsuit.
For more on what to expect in a lawsuit, you can read these guides:
TorHoerman Law has been doing it for years. Whether it's a truck accident or an animal attack, we know the legal system and how it works. Our experience in a wide variety of cases has made us prepared for whatever comes our way. Your suffering doesn't have to persist. Call us at 1-888-508-6752 to tell us your story for free. Your cooperation could mean winning your life back. You've got nothing to lose, and we look forward to hearing from you.
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For additional legal practices in Southern Illinois, visit the following pages:
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and Highway Loss Data Institute. “Fatality Facts 2017: State by State.” IIHS, 2017, https://www.iihs.org/topics/fatality-statistics/detail/state-by-state#yearly-snapshot.
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