By Crash News Writer 
Lansing, IL (November 15, 2026) – One person was killed and another was injured Friday morning, November 13, following a collision involving a semi-truck and a passenger car on Interstate 80/94 in Lansing. According to the Illinois State Police, both injured individuals were transported to a hospital, where one later died.
The collision occurred on I-80/94 near Burnham Avenue, a busy section of interstate highway in southern Cook County. Authorities have not released the exact time of the accident or explained what led to the collision.
Illinois State Police confirmed that a semi-truck and a small sedan were involved in the crash. However, investigators have not identified the vehicles’ directions of travel or described how they came into contact.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene and assisted the people involved. Two individuals were transported to a hospital for medical treatment following the collision.
Despite receiving medical care, one of the injured individuals died at the hospital. Authorities have not released the deceased person’s identity or provided information about the injuries that caused the death.
The second individual was also hospitalized. Police have not disclosed the nature or severity of that person’s injuries or provided an update on their medical condition.
The initial report did not identify whether the injured individuals were occupants of the sedan, the semi-truck, or both vehicles. Information about the drivers and any additional passengers was also unavailable.
The collision caused significant traffic disruptions along I-80/94 near Burnham Avenue. Several lanes were blocked while emergency personnel responded and police investigated the accident.
Authorities have not specified which lanes were affected or how long the restrictions remained in place. The initial report also did not indicate when normal traffic conditions resumed.
Investigators have not explained whether speed, following distance, lane changes, roadway conditions, or mechanical problems contributed to the crash.
No information about traffic citations or criminal charges was included in the preliminary report.
Additional details about the collision, the deceased individual, and the surviving injured person’s condition were not immediately available.
Protect Your Rights After a Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Today
Collisions involving semi-trucks and passenger vehicles can cause serious or fatal injuries because commercial trucks are substantially larger and heavier than most passenger cars. The difference in vehicle size and weight can increase the force experienced by occupants of smaller vehicles during a collision.
Under Illinois car accident laws, motorists must exercise reasonable care and follow applicable traffic regulations. Commercial truck drivers must also comply with relevant state and federal safety requirements governing vehicle operation, maintenance, and driver qualifications.
When a collision involves a semi-truck, investigators may need to examine additional evidence beyond what is typically available in a passenger vehicle accident. This may include driver qualification records, electronic logging device data, maintenance records, and information from the truck’s electronic systems.
However, the involvement of a commercial truck does not automatically establish that the truck driver or trucking company was responsible. Liability depends on whether negligence or another legally recognized basis for responsibility contributed to the collision.
Depending on the circumstances, potentially responsible parties may include a negligent driver, a trucking company, or another entity whose actions contributed to the accident.
When another party’s negligence causes injuries, an injured person may have grounds to pursue compensation for qualifying medical expenses, lost income, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, and other legally recognized damages.
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence system. Generally, an injured person may recover damages when their share of fault is 50% or less, although compensation may be reduced according to their percentage of responsibility.
When a collision results in death, eligible surviving family members may be able to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim. Depending on the circumstances, damages may address funeral expenses, lost financial support, grief, sorrow, and other losses recognized under Illinois law.
Illinois generally provides two years to file personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits, subject to exceptions. Readers can find additional information about accident investigations, insurance claims, and filing deadlines through our frequently asked questions in Illinois.
Evidence preservation can be particularly important after a serious commercial truck collision. Investigators may examine vehicle damage, witness statements, roadway evidence, electronic records, and available camera footage to determine how the accident occurred.
Injured individuals may also benefit from preserving hospital records, treatment instructions, insurance correspondence, and documentation of missed work after receiving medical care.
Families affected by fatal truck accidents may need assistance obtaining official reports, understanding insurance coverage, and locating medical or emotional support. Our guide to resources for accident victims and families in Illinois provides additional information about these matters.
In the November 13 Lansing collision, Illinois State Police confirmed that a semi-truck and small sedan were involved, two people were hospitalized, and one later died. However, authorities have not released findings establishing what caused the accident or whether either driver violated a traffic law.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This article reflects preliminary information released by the Illinois State Police concerning the November 13 fatal collision on Interstate 80/94 in Lansing.
- A collision occurred Friday morning, November 13, on Interstate 80/94 near Burnham Avenue in Lansing, Illinois.
- Illinois State Police confirmed that the accident involved a semi-truck and a small sedan.
- Two individuals were transported to a hospital following the collision. One later died from injuries sustained in the accident.
- Authorities have not released the deceased person’s identity or provided information about the surviving injured individual’s medical condition.
- Several lanes of I-80/94 were blocked while emergency personnel responded and police investigated the scene.
- Investigators have not released information about the cause of the collision, the vehicles’ movements before impact, or possible traffic violations.
This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Information reflects publicly available reports at the time of publication and may change as authorities release additional findings. Readers should consult a qualified attorney regarding their individual circumstances. The publisher assumes no responsibility for decisions made based on this information. Please review our disclaimer for further details.
If your family lost a loved one or suffered serious injuries in a commercial truck accident in Lansing or elsewhere in Illinois, consider speaking with an Illinois personal injury lawyer to discuss your insurance coverage, legal rights, and whether a personal injury or wrongful death claim may be available.