A North Carolina family visiting Northampton on Long Island, New York, were involved in a truck accident involving a tractor-trailer that overturned, crushing their camper. According to witnesses, the driver of the truck made a turn while traveling too fast, causing the truck to tip over.
The North Carolina driver saw the tractor-trailer truck speeding toward him and tried to avoid the collision but was unable to. Police found that the driver of the tractor-trailer caused the truck crash and issued him traffic citations for speeding and having an inadequate tire, though they had not determined whether the tire contributed to the crash.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a North Carolina tractor-trailer accident, it is best to seek representation. Our Charlotte, North Carolina truck accident lawyers are prepared to fight the trucking company. It is the responsibility of the truck driver to operate their tractor trailer in a safe and law-abiding manner.
No Serious Injuries Reported After Tractor-Trailer Overturns In Northampton, The Southampton Press