There are many things that must be done in order for a vehicle to remain as safe as it should be.  Owners are expected to take those necessary steps to avoid a risk of unnecessary harm.  Unfortunately, not all drivers take these steps.  There are also situations where a vehicle owner will act responsibly with regards to maintenance but the work that's done is not completed properly.  While nothing is yet known regarding the specific cause of a tire blowout that caused a New York car accident, what is known is that the driver has been killed and five others have been injured in this type of crash.

According to the authorities, this fatal New York car accident occurred on Sunday at 11:45 a.m.  A 21-year-old male resident of New Jersey was driving his SUV on the New York Thruway in the Hudson Valley.  The man was moving in a northbound direction on Interstate 87 when a tire on the vehicle blew out, causing the SUV to roll over several times.  The driver of the SUV was killed in the crash and five passengers were injured.

New York Car Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the young man who was tragically killed.  We also hope that the people who were injured in this New York car accident will be able to overcome the harm they have suffered quickly.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding these crashes.  Every year, 187,000 people are injured and 1,200 people are killed in these occurrences.

New York Personal Injury Lawyers

Clearly, any legal claim that could be made in response to this New York car accident would require more information.  Specifically, if it turns out that the tire that blew out on the vehicle was defective or that it was improperly installed, those responsible for this dangerous condition could face New York personal injury lawsuits from the passengers and a New York wrongful death lawsuit from the family of the man who was killed.

If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you need to seek the help of New York wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.