Kendall County, IL — August 14, 2025, at least one person was injured following a truck accident that took place along Plainfield Road.

According to authorities, the accident occurred in the vicinity of the Plainfield Road and Schlapp Road intersection.

Details surrounding the accident remain scarce. Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, a collision took place between a large truck and a passenger vehicle. At least one person reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident; they were transported to a local medical facility by EMS in order to receive necessary treatment, reports state. Additional information pertaining to this incident—including the identity(s) of the victim(s)—is not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When the only thing we know for certain about a crash between a large truck and a passenger vehicle is that serious injuries resulted, it leaves a long list of unanswered questions. Chief among them: What set this collision in motion? Was the truck turning, stopping, or merging? Did either driver have the right of way? Were visibility, speed, or mechanical issues factors?

Right now, none of those points are clear—and until they are, we can’t know whether this was a matter of driver error, hazardous roadway conditions, or a mix of both. That’s why early investigative steps matter so much. Traffic cameras, dash cams, and eyewitness accounts can help piece together the sequence of events. The truck’s engine control module (ECM) can show speed and braking data; in-cab video (if present) can reveal whether the driver was alert and attentive. Without that kind of evidence, important details can slip away, leaving only speculation.

It’s also worth considering what was happening behind the scenes before the crash. Commercial vehicle operators are subject to strict rules on hours, maintenance, and training—but those rules only matter if companies actually enforce them. I’ve worked on cases where a trucking company’s lax maintenance program left critical safety systems in poor condition, or where unrealistic delivery schedules left drivers cutting corners to keep up. Those issues often don’t appear in the initial crash report, but they can be decisive in determining liability.

Until more facts come to light, we’re left with a broad question: Was this simply the result of a momentary lapse, or is it part of a bigger pattern of preventable risks? The answer lies in the evidence—and in whether it’s gathered before it disappears.

Key Takeaways

• The cause of the collision remains unknown; key facts about driver actions and right-of-way have not been disclosed.
• ECM data, in-cab video, and witness statements are essential for reconstructing the events.
• Company practices on training, maintenance, and scheduling may be as important as individual driver conduct.
• A full investigation should consider both immediate driving behavior and the systemic factors that may have contributed.
• Acting quickly to preserve electronic and physical evidence is critical to uncovering the truth.