CHICAGO — The Dinizulu Law Group has filed a civil lawsuit in the Circuit Court of Cook County on behalf of George Kemp III, as the independent administrator of the Estate of George Kemp IV, seeking justice for the wrongful death of George Kemp IV. The lawsuit names Transport Holdings, LLC and its driver, Roger J. Pick, as defendants in the fatal collision that occurred on January 10, 2022, in Bloom Township, Cook County, Illinois.
The lawsuit alleges that on the date of the incident, Roger Pick, while operating a tractor-trailer owned by Transport Holdings, LLC, was traveling at an excessive speed on Lincoln Highway, in Chicago IL, ultimately colliding with George Kemp IV’s vehicle as he made a lawful left-hand turn onto Greenwood Avenue. The suit claims that Pick’s reckless driving, combined with Transport Holdings’ failure to properly hire, train, and supervise its drivers, directly caused the fatal crash.
The complaint includes counts of negligence and wrongful death against both Transport Holdings, LLC and Roger J. Pick. The Estate of George Kemp IV seeks damages for the profound grief, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering endured by his surviving family members.
“Transport Holdings had a duty to ensure their drivers operate vehicles safely and responsibly,” said Yao O. Dinizulu of Dinizulu Law Group. “Their failure to enforce proper safety protocols and Mr. Pick’s reckless actions have devastated the Kemp family. This lawsuit seeks to hold them accountable and prevent future tragedies.”
The lawsuit asserts that Transport Holdings, LLC violated multiple safety obligations, including the proper hiring and training of drivers, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with federal motor carrier safety regulations. Additionally, it alleges that Roger Pick failed to adhere to safe driving practices, contributing to the deadly outcome.
This tragic incident underscores the need for stricter oversight in the commercial trucking industry to protect public safety on the roads. The Kemp family hopes this legal action will bring awareness to the importance of corporate responsibility and driver accountability.
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