Data from Burlington County, New Jersey, showed that a driver was killed in a crash after striking the back of a semi-trailer. The incident took place on the New Jersey Turnpike. The driver of an SUV struck the truck near milepost 49.2 located in Mansfield around 4 p.m.. The force of the accident caused the SUV driver to be thrown from the vehicle, and they later died of their injuries.
Police were investigating the accident to determine what caused the driver to strike the truck. The semi-trailer driver was not reported injured.
Causes of Highway Accidents Are Numerous
Many of the most common causes of highway accidents are preventable. For example, drivers following behind a semi-truck may not be able to stop soon enough if the truck driver stops suddenly. Other times, the driver is distracted and unable to stop soon enough when they are following another vehicle or when road conditions change. Mechanical failures, a medical emergency, or numerous other factors may have contributed to this accident.
The details of this particular accident were not clear. However, it may be beneficial for the family members to seek a full investigation from an attorney of your choice. This can provide better insight and more opportunity to demonstrate who is at fault.
At Kwartler Manus, our experienced semi-trailer accident lawyers work with victims to get answers. If your loved one lost their life, reach out to us for guidance through a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more.