Accounting for 59% of road fatalities in the state of New York, single-vehicle accidents are one of the deadliest kinds of car crashes. Although the driver of the vehicle involved in the collision is usually considered responsible for a single-vehicle accident, there are some cases where another party may be at fault. In this article, Bronx car accident attorneys Glenn and Robin Herman explain how single-vehicle accident victims may be able to claim compensation from another party for their injuries in New York.

What is a Single-Vehicle Accident?

A single-vehicle accident is an accident that involves just one car. Examples of single-vehicle accidents include:

• Being cut off by another vehicle and having a crash

• Hitting a tree

• Hitting a telephone pole, guardrail, or other infrastructure

• Hitting a large animal such as a deer

• A vehicle rollover

• Swerving off of the road

Common Injuries in Single Vehicle Accidents

Single-vehicle accidents are the cause of hundreds of traffic deaths in New York each year. In non-fatal cases, they can cause injuries such as:

• Spinal cord injuries

• Whiplash

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Concussions

• Internal bleeding

• Internal organ injuries

• Broken and fractured bones

• Punctures, abrasions, and lacerations

Can A Party Other Than The Driver Be Liable for a Single-Vehicle Accident?

In most cases, the driver in the collision is considered responsible for a single-vehicle accident. Factors such as distracted, drowsy, or drunk driving often cause single-vehicle accidents. However, if another party’s negligence causes the driver to swerve off of the road or otherwise leads to the accident, the injured driver may be able to seek money damages for their injuries from the other party. This might occur in situations such as:

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