21-Year-old Woman Died In Goshen Car Accident Along Route 17
GOSHEN, NEW YORK (July 16, 2022) – A woman died in a Goshen car accident on Route 17 after another driver crossed into opposing lanes of traffic.
Hudson Valley police officials are saying that the accident took place on Friday. A woman was driving down the roadway when another driver crossed into opposing lanes of traffic and hit her vehicle.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, she die due to the severity of her injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Goshen Head-On Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the CDC, “Reducing motor vehicle crash deaths was one of the great public health achievements of the 20th century for the US. However, more than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million are injured each year from motor vehicle crashes.” There are many factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Drunk driving
- Driver fatigue
- Inclement weather
- Tire defects
When a driver is negligent and causes a head-on collision, they can be held at fault through a civil claim. The family of any victim that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A New York Head-On Collision
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligent actions of another driver? There are many laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of personal injury attorneys 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. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
