Commercial Vehicle Carrying Mobile Home Involved In Deadly Pittstown Car Accident
PITTSTOWN, NEW YORK (September 2, 2023) – One person has tragically died in a Pittstown car accident involving a commercial vehicle along Route 7.
Rensselaer County officials are saying that the collision took place around 2:20 p.m. on Tuesday. A commercial vehicle carrying a mobile home was sideswiped by a passenger vehicle.
The passenger vehicle then crossed into eastbound traffic and hit a Mini Cooper carrying a family from New Jersey. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims.
Sadly, one person died due to the severity of their injuries. A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Pittstown Car Accidents
Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous type of accidents that a person can be involved in. They account for only around 2% of all collisions but over 10% of all traffic fatalities. The vast majority of head-on collisions are totally preventable and involve some amount of human error. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a head-on collision.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough investigation should be conducted.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. Many car accidents are due to drivers that are traveling at excessive speeds. When a driver crosses into opposing lanes of traffic and hits another vehicle, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that all evidence is preserved after any collision.
Investigating A New York Car Accidents
Do you need more information about a Pittstown car accident? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of roadway safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
