The recent New Jersey storms have created highly dense and heavy ice. A report of an accident came in from Bordentown. That is when a driver on Interstate 295 suffered serious injuries after a sheet of ice flew off another vehicle and struck their window. The ice hit her head, causing her to need stitches. Police in the area want anyone who has a dash cam to come forward.
Who Is Liable When Ice Comes Off a Car?
It is very common to be behind a driver who failed to clean off their windshield or the top of their car and be struck by flying ice. This is occurring frequently after a recent ice storm, and when one of them strikes your car at just the right angle, it can cause serious injuries and damage.
Ice, snow, and sleet mix together to create highly dangerous conditions for drivers, but they also cause piles of snow on vehicles that may not always be cleaned off well enough before a person leaves for their commute. If another driver’s ice causes an accident and injury to you, you have the right to pursue legal action against them for those damages. The hard part is knowing who struck you, as many drivers will not stop. Your insurance company may also cover your losses, depending on your coverage.
Let Our Team Guide You
In a serious accident, hire a trusted attorney to remain by your side. Call Kwartler Manus today. Let our car accident lawyers in Bordentown help you.