About Tricia M. Crabtree
Tricia M. Crabtree graduated with honors in 2022 from the University of Central Florida, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Diversity and Social Inequality. She then attended Chicago-Kent College of Law, earning her Juris Doctor degree Cum Laude in 2025.
While in law school, Tricia was recognized with three CALI Excellence for the Future Awards for her outstanding performance in Employment Discrimination, Trial Advocacy 2, and Evidence. She was an active member of the Moot Court Honor Society, participating as an appellate advocate and coach.
In 2023, Tricia interned with Cabrini Green Law Aid, where she assisted in expunging and sealing criminal records. Her work at Chicago-Kent's Civil Litigation Clinic focused on Employment Discrimination and § 1983 cases. The following year, she interned at the Midwest Innocence Project in Kansas City, contributing to wrongful conviction cases involving police misconduct.
Tricia's practice emphasizes Police Misconduct and Employment Discrimination matters. She handles cases involving wrongful detentions, false arrests, unreasonable searches, malicious prosecutions, excessive force, and due process violations, as well as employment discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, and criminal records.
Driven by a deep commitment to civil rights, Tricia is dedicated to advocating for individuals whose rights have been violated.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Illinois Car Accident Laws
Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Tricia M. Crabtree specialize in?
Tricia M. Crabtree specializes in Police Misconduct and Employment Discrimination cases.
Where did Tricia M. Crabtree attend law school?
She attended Chicago-Kent College of Law, earning her Juris Doctor Cum Laude in 2025.
What recognition did Tricia M. Crabtree receive during law school?
She received three CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Employment Discrimination, Trial Advocacy 2, and Evidence.
What kind of cases does Tricia M. Crabtree handle?
She handles cases involving wrongful detentions, false arrests, unreasonable searches, malicious prosecutions, excessive force, and employment discrimination.
What inspired Tricia M. Crabtree to pursue a legal career?
Her passion for civil rights and advocacy for individuals whose rights have been violated inspired her to pursue a legal career.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Tricia M. Crabtree for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Tricia for a free case review
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