Niagara Vehicle Accidents (2008)
In 2008, there were 19 people killed in fatal auto accidents in Niagara County, NY. These wreck stemmed from various causes that include speeding, impaired driving, failure to keep a proper look out, following too closely, driver inattention and other kinds negligent conduct. Road hazards, weather conditions, time of day and equipment failures, may have also played a role in the accident or contributed to its seriousness.Many of the fatal accidents in Niagara, NY might have ended differently had the driver or the vehicle's passengers taking simple safety measures, such as wearing a seat belt. Other accidents would not have occurred but for the deadly role of alcohol and a drunk driver.
Thousands are severely injured throughout New York each year in vehicle accidents. If this has happened to you, you need the New York lawyers of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. at your side. With more than 150 years of combined experience, our attorneys are well-prepared to protect your rights and get you the money and benefits you are entitled to.
If you have been involved or lost a loved one in an accident in Niagara, NY (Niagara County), we extend our sympathies and realize no amount of money can ever replace your loss. But we can help families recover money for the injuries suffered by them. You have a limited amount of time to take legal action, so it is important to obtain legal help immediately. Timely action also helps the investigation, preserves valuable evidence and maximizes any potential recovery. Call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for immediate attention to your case. We will fight for you!
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Fatal Accident Details: Niagara County, NY (2008)
Case #: 360046
Lockport, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 73, was a pedestrian hurt by the vehicle wreck. There is no information available regarding the use of any safety equipment by the victim or driver. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lockport Accidents]
Case #: 360119
Wilson, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 18, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Unfortunately, the accident victim was not wearing a safety belt. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
[Related: Wilson Accidents]
Case #: 360128
Lewiston, NY: In this Niagara County accident a female, age 25, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lewiston Accidents]
Case #: 360243
Lockport, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 48, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. The vehicle had air bags, there was not one protecting the victim's seat. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lockport Accidents]
Case #: 360384
Newfane, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 36, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. The vehicle had air bags, there was not one protecting the victim's seat. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
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Case #: 360335
North Tonawanda, NY: In this Niagara County accident a female, age 67, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. There is no information as to whether the victim or driver was using safety equipment. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: North Tonawanda Accidents]
Case #: 360504
Niagara Falls, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 36, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
[Related: Niagara Falls Accidents]
Case #: 360493
Lewiston, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 30, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Unfortunately, the accident victim was not wearing a safety belt. The vehicle had air bags, there was not one protecting the victim's seat. The severity of the injuries may have been increased because theIn this Niagara County accident a male was ejected from the vehicle during the accident. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lewiston Accidents]
Case #: 360624
Niagara, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 46, was a pedestrian hurt by the vehicle wreck. There is no information as to whether the victim or driver was using safety equipment. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
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Case #: 360654
, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 51, was a bicycle rider hurt in the accident. There is no information as to whether the victim or driver was using safety equipment. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
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Case #: 360733
Lewiston, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 22, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. There were air bags in the vehicle but they failed to activate properly. More than 13,000 people die in drunk driving accidents each year and thousands more are injured. Law enforcement officials concluded alcohol played a role in this car accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
[Related: Lewiston Accidents]
Case #: 360807
Ransomville, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 37, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. The victim had on a motorcycle helmet, but still suffered serious injuries. The vehicle had air bags, there was not one protecting the victim's seat. More than 13,000 people die in drunk driving accidents each year and thousands more are injured. Law enforcement officials concluded alcohol played a role in this car accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Ransomville Accidents]
Case #: 360857
Lockport, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 38, was a pedestrian hurt by the vehicle wreck. There is no information as to whether the victim or driver was using safety equipment. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
[Related: Lockport Accidents]
Case #: 360996
Lewiston, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 56, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim died in the crash and was not taken to the hospital.
[Related: Lewiston Accidents]
Case #: 361095
Lewiston, NY: In this Niagara County accident a female, age 76, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lewiston Accidents]
Case #: 361078
Niagara, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 57, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. There were air bags in the vehicle but they failed to activate properly. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Niagara Accidents]
Case #: 361115
Lockport, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 37, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: Lockport Accidents]
Case #: 361038
North Tonawanda, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 22, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Even though the accident victim had on a seat belt, serious injury still occurred. In many fatal car accidents the vehicle's air bag does not deploy. However, in this case the air bag did activate. More than 13,000 people die in drunk driving accidents each year and thousands more are injured. Law enforcement officials concluded alcohol played a role in this car accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
[Related: North Tonawanda Accidents]
Case #: 361130
Niagara, NY: In this Niagara County accident a male, age 85, was the driver of a vehicle in the accident. Unfortunately, the accident victim was not wearing a safety belt. The vehicle had air bags, there was not one protecting the victim's seat. Impaired driving was not a factor in this accident. Investigators said drug use was not a factor in this crash. The victim was taken to the hospital but died from injuries suffered in the crash.
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