New York State Police are investigating a rollover crash involving a transit van, which they say took place in Ulster County early morning on Dec. 27. According to a report on Patch.com, the livery van was traveling north on I-87 near milepost marker 100 in the town of Saugerties when it left the roadway and rolled off the right shoulder. Police said there were 14 adults in the commercial van, including the driver. All 14 occupants were transported to Kingston Hospital or Northern Dutchess Hospital for evaluation. No one sustained life-threatening injuries in this van rollover crash, officials said.
The driver, who police identified as 65-year-old Michael Blue of Virginia, was not injured. Officials said after an initial investigation that there did not appear to be equipment violations. However, they did determine that the accident was caused by driver inattention. Blue was issued multiple traffic tickets including unreasonable and imprudent speed, lane violation and use of a portable electronic device while operating a motor vehicle. The investigation is still ongoing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who were injured in this van rollover crash and we wish them the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.
What to Do If You’re Injured in a Commercial Van Accident
If you have been injured in an accident involving a commercial van, it’s important that you seek medical attention immediately, even if your injuries do not seem serious at the time. Some injuries may not be obvious right away, and having medical records is important for both your recovery and any future claims. Call emergency services so police can document the accident and create an official report.
Next, gather information at the scene. Exchange contact and insurance details with the driver, and note the name of the company that owns the van. Take photos of the vehicles, road conditions, visible injuries and any relevant traffic signs, etc. If there are witnesses, ask for their names and contact information. Your personal injury attorney can help gather these crucial details from the scene as well, particularly if you’ve been injured and need to get to the hospital.
Report the accident to your own insurance company as soon as you can, but do not give them or the commercial van’s insurer any recorded statements without first talking to your lawyer. Commercial accidents often involve multiple parties such as the driver, driver’s employer or vehicle owner, which can make the claims process more complex.
Keep all records related to the accident including medical bills, repair estimates and proof of missed school or work. Immediately consult an experienced personal injury attorney who can help protect your rights, explain your options and guide you through the legal process while you focus on healing.
Contacting an Experienced Lawyer
Injured victims of negligent (careless) drivers can seek compensation from at-fault parties for damages including, but not limited to, medical expenses, lost wages and benefits, hospitalization, rehabilitation, permanent injuries, disabilities, past and future pain and suffering, etc. Families that have lost loved ones in car accidents can seek compensation for damages such as lost future income, medical and funeral costs, pain and suffering, etc.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a commercial van rollover accident, or if you have lost a loved one in an auto accident caused by a negligent (careless) driver, the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm can help you better understand your legal rights and options, and also fight hard to recover just compensation for you. It is in the best interest of injured victims and their families in such cases to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer before contacting the people responsible for the injuries, and definitely before contacting or communicating with any insurance company, or their lawyers, investigators, or adjusters.
For over 54 years, our skilled accident attorneys have established a proven track record of helping injured victims get fair compensation for their losses. Our law firm recently recovered $5,600,000 for a bicyclist who was hit by a van, and $2,550,000 for another victim of a truck accident, and $3,000,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a car, and $2,000,000 in a hit-and-run accident, and the full $1,000,000 insurance policy for a pedestrian who was hit by a truck, and $4,625,000 for a driver who was in a car and was hit by a van, and $2,500,000 for a man who fell through an improperly secured hole. We also recovered $1,500,000 for a lady who was hurt by a bus.
We also obtained $295,000 out of a $300,000 insurance policy in compensation for the victim of a bicycle dooring accident (where a car door opens into the path of a bicyclist). One of our clients obtained a verdict for $43,940,000 and another of our clients got a verdict for $23,500,000, both in medical malpractice cases. Also, we got a $1,400,000 verdict in a motorcycle accident.
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