Teen Cited in Deerfield Two-Car Crash
A teenager from Deerfield, NY was found at fault in a two-car crash. The teen made a left hand turn and hit another vehicle at the intersection of Crookedbrook and Trenton roads, according to a WKTV news report. The driver had minor injuries and two passengers in the other vehicle were treated at a local hospital.
The teen driver was cited for failing to yield right-of-way. With over 300,000 auto accidents in New York each year, it’s important to know the laws relating to these cases and your legal rights. Under New York law, a driver intending to take a left hand turn must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. Even if the two drivers pulled up to the intersection at the same time, since the teen driver was turning left, he was supposed to yield to the other driver.
Minor vehicle collisions can become large life problems. A seemingly small injury can affect your insurance, your well-being and your ability to work or keep a job. Damages to your vehicle can put a dent in your finances as well. The knowledgeable and experienced New York injury attorneys at Wingate, Russotti and Shapiro LLP can help you get your life back on track.
If you have been involved in a collision, contact our offices for a free comprehensive consultation. As the victim of an accident, you can claim compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, physical therapy and other related damages. Call us today to get more information about your legal rights and options.
