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New York Auto Accident Lawyer: 4 Dead On Southern State Parkway

New York auto accident lawyer are waiting for answers like the rest of the Long Island community. “Cops say a car went off the road and into the woods between Exits 17 and 18 just before 4 a.m. and slammed into a tree. It appeared to have been traveling at a high rate of speed,” according to a Pix News report.

A late night crash left four dead in a Long Island superb. A vehicle evidently spun out of control, ran off the road, and into the forest. The cause of the accident remains unclear, but witnesses did confirm that at least four people were killed in the accident according to PIX News.

A New York auto accident lawyer examining this case would have many clarifying questions. Firstly, one car accidents always draw a bit of speculation and scrutiny. A majority of reckless or alcohol related accidents occur where only one vehicle is involved.

A similar incident happened recently in Vancleave, Mississippi where a 16-year-old boy was killed after running his car off the road and hitting a tree according to Mississippi Highway Patrol.

Although the details of this incident remain under investigation, any New York auto accident lawyer could assume that inexperience played a role in this tragedy. Although bad weather conditions or alcohol often play a part in these accidents, some would argue that inexperience is the most dangerous condition for drivers.

The Jackson County Coroner Vicki Broadus said that the young man was transported via ambulance to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries sometime this morning. It was not known how the accident was discovered or who called the ambulance according to the Mississippi Press.

A New York auto accident lawyer, and any community who has suffered a tragedy like this one, can understand how these senseless deaths need to stop. Many counties have attempted to cut down on them by increasing texting and driving laws, and creating severe punishments for those convicted of DUI.

Vancleave High School officials said additional grief counseling is available for students. Other than that, Assistant Principal Paul Wallace said, “we really can’t release any information because we want to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time,” according to the Mississippi Press.

In times like these, those injured by other drivers might have legal rights that are not always apparent. For this reason, speaking with a New York auto accident lawyer is the best way to get advice in these confusing situations.

One car accidents can be tricky as finding a true cause of the accident is more difficult to assess. However, sometimes accidents are just accidents. It is always best to obtain legal opinion before assuming your own legal rights.


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About The Author

John C. Merlino, ESQ.

John C. Merlino, ESQ.

John C. Merlino is a zealous legal voice for injured construction workers. A senior managing member of the firm, Mr. Merlino was born and raised in Brooklyn, to immigrant parents. Mr. Merlino learned the importance of educating our clients of their rights and being a strong-compassionate advocate. Mr. Merlino, along with his mentor William Schwitzer, are among the most respected Construction Site Accident Lawyers in the State of New York.