Two Injured in Niagara County Crash

Newfane, NY – A crash involving two vehicles occurred on Monday, January 9, 2023. The accident happened on Ridge Road around 5 p.m.

According to police, a Ford Escape swerved and hit a Chevrolet Impala. Both drivers were transported to local hospitals with injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Car Accidents 

Unfortunately, head-on collisions account for 10% of fatal car accidents each year. In this horrible accident, the injured victims and their families should have an independent legal investigation performed to preserve evidence. This includes reviewing:

• Driver accident history
• Police accident report
• Vehicle accident history
• Any testing of driver for drugs and alcohol
• Any history of driver with drugs and alcohol
• Phone and texting records of the driver
• Any video evidence of the crash
• Evaluation if pavement markings are clear and up to code
• Evaluation is road signage is clear and up to code
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident
• Inspection of the road conditions
• Vehicle blind spots
• Driving records
• Accident history on this roadway

Victims of car accidents can be left with extensive injuries including:

• Head injuries
• Back and spine injuries
• Rib injuries
• Neck and shoulder injuries
• Any many more…

Car Accident Attorneys  

As one of America’s largest personal injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in car accidents get the best result possible. While handling various accident cases, our attorneys have gained experience that has helped them identify some of the most common causes of car accidents:

• Texting and driving  
• Distracted driving  
• Fatigue 
• Alcohol or drug involvement  
• Inexperienced driving  
• Aggressive driving  
• Speeding  

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact an experienced car accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.   

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.