Meet the Team
We created Chicago Injuries to give serious, humane attention to the stories and issues that often get reduced to headlines. As former local news contributors, we wanted the time and space to look deeper: at what happens after an injury, how workplace accidents affect families and communities, and what recovery really asks of people in their daily lives. Our mission is to provide clear, grounded reporting that helps readers better understand these experiences without losing sight of the human beings at the center of them.
Our coverage focuses on personal injuries, workplace accidents, and practical recovery resources. We follow developments that shape how people navigate medical care, time away from work, rehabilitation, and the long process of rebuilding routines. We aim to write with care, accuracy, and perspective, whether we are examining a major incident, highlighting safety concerns, or explaining the systems injured people often have to face. Our writers, including Marcus Thompson, Bridget O'Malley, Carlos Reyes, and Tanya Williams, bring strong reporting instincts and a commitment to clarity, compassion, and detail.
Our work is rooted in Illinois, with a close eye on the communities, institutions, and public concerns that matter here. We believe local knowledge makes for better editorial judgment, and we are proud to bring that perspective to every story we publish.
Our Writers
Marcus Thompson
Staff writer with a focus on road safety and accident prevention
Bridget O'Malley
Illinois-based staff writer covering commercial vehicle accidents
Carlos Reyes
Covers commercial vehicle accidents for readers across Illinois
Tanya Williams
Illinois-based contributing reporter covering traffic enforcement and DUI awareness
Frank Kowalczyk
Freelance writer covering commercial vehicle accidents in Illinois
Denise Jackson
Freelance contributor focused on accident law and driver awareness across Illinois
Raj Patel
Covers traffic enforcement and DUI awareness for readers across Illinois
Maria Gutierrez
Reports on motor vehicle safety and crash prevention from Illinois
Kevin Doyle
Writes about personal injury topics in Illinois
Patricia Nowak
Longtime independent journalist on accident law and driver awareness and related issues