One person was killed in a semi-truck accident on Route 17 in the Hudson Valley

An investigation is underway after one person was killed in a tractor-trailer accident on Interstate 84 in the Hudson Valley

HUDSON VALLEY, NEW YORK (September 29, 2024) – One person was killed and several injured in a truck accident in the Hudson Valley on Interstate 84.

Orange County officials say the collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday. A car was involved in a head-on collision with a semi-truck.

The collisions caused a massive inferno that engulfed the smaller vehicle. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene to assist the victims.

Unfortunately, one person died from their injuries. A comprehensive investigation is currently underway.

Hudson Valley Truck Accident Liability

Semi-trailers make up a relatively small proportion of the total vehicles on the road. However, they are involved in a disproportionate number of fatal accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “5,837 large trucks were involved in a fatal crash in 2022, a 1.8% increase from 2021 and a 49% increase over the past 10 years.” The involvement rate per 100 million large truck miles traveled Trucking is up 3% from 2021 and up 24% over the last 10 years.” Truck drivers should take a number of steps to avoid collisions.

• Truck drivers should hit the road well rested.
• Truck drivers should continually scan the road ahead for hazards.
• Truck drivers should avoid alcohol and other intoxicating substances.

Truck drivers must obtain a commercial driver’s license and are subject to high safety standards. Many truck accidents occur when drivers drive too fast or move unsafely on the road. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence by a driver who leaves their lane and collides with another oncoming vehicle. It is important that certain actions are taken after any truck accident.

• Photos should be taken of the accident scene.
• Medical records should be retained.
• A thorough investigation should be carried out.

If a truck driver was negligent in a collision, this could be a liability for his employer. In principle, companies are liable for the negligent actions of their employees – provided they were working within the scope of their professional activities. The family members of a person who died in a truck accident may seek legal action through a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the individual facts of your case and advise you of your legal options.

Investigation of truck accidents in New York

We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, PC extend our best wishes to the family of the driver who died in this accident. Anyone with further information about the incident should contact police. We sincerely hope that action will be taken to prevent further tragedies like this.

Need more information about a truck accident in the Hudson Valley? Our team of personal injury lawyers is here to help and advise you. It is very important to us that accident victims are aware of their rights and that these rights are protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need support of any kind, we are here for you. You can reach us at any time at (516) 908-9792.