According to police, an 82-year-old man lost his life on a recent Sunday after a Tesla vehicle failed to stop. The incident took place just before 7 p.m. State troopers were called to the scene of an accident on County Route 671 at Chestnut Avenue. According to reports, a Tesla Model 3 vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign. The vehicle continued through the intersection, where it struck a Honda Civic that was making a left turn.
New Jersey State Police stated that the driver of the Civic lost their life in the accident. The driver and three passengers in the Tesla suffered moderate injuries and were taken to an area hospital. There was no update about the cause of the accident.
Autonomous Vehicles and Liability
In this particular accident, it is not known if the Tesla was operating with any autonomous features activated. However, it provides an opportunity to consider what would happen if you were involved in an accident with a self-driving vehicle. In those situations, it is essential to hire a car accident lawyer to guide you.
Autonomous vehicle accidents could be the result of the driver’s mistakes, software malfunctions, or other vehicle malfunctions. In these situations, it is always essential for a full investigation to occur that will uncover all details.
Hire a Trusted Attorney When You Need One
At Kwartler Manus, LLC, our legal team is always working to investigate liability in complex cases. If you are hurt in an accident like this, turn to our car accident lawyer.