Introduction
Chicago Lawn is located on Chicago’s southwest and includes the neighborhoods of Gage Park, West Englewood, Ashburn, and West Lawn. Local residents often refer to the area as “Marquette Park” after the park in its center.
Transportation
Chicago Lawn is accessible for busses #49 and #63, as well as the Chicago “L” Orange Line and the Southwest Service on the METRA.
The area also has access to Lyft/Uber rideshare services and taxi services. Unfortunately, this means that rideshare accidents, pedestrian accidents, motor vehicle accidents, and public transportation accidents can be common in the area.
Demographics
Chicago Lawn has a population of 55,551 in its 3.49 square miles. According to the most recent U.S. Census, the median income for the area is $32,122 and the area is predominantly (53%) African-American, however, the area still retains a small Polish and Lithuanian population.
Education
Chicago Lawn students are primarily serviced by Chicago Public School District and include the following:
- Eberhart Elementary School
- Fairfield Elementary School
- Marquette Elementary School
- McKay Elementary School
- Morrill Elementary School
- Tarkington Elementary School
- Tonti Elementary School
- Hernandez Elementary School
- Sandoval Elementary School
- Gage Park High School
- Harper High School
- Hubbard High School
- Bogan High School
When sending your child off to school you assume they will remain safe, however this isn’t always the case. School bus accidents, gym and physical education accidents, lack of supervision, daycare accidents, playground injuries, and school district negligence are just a few examples of the types of school injury cases America’s Consumer Lawyer has experience with.
Attractions
Chicago Lawn is home to some activities and attractions, which include:
- Marquette Lagoon
- Marquette Park and Fishing Spot
- Tarkington Park
- Marquette Park and Field House
While most of the time spent at these Chicago Lawn attractions will be enjoyable and uneventful, accidents can occur, including premises accidents, slip and falls, bicycle accidents, bus accidents, car accidents, drinking and driving, dog bites, and playground accidents.
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