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A recent wrong-way collision on the Hutchinson River Parkway claimed the life of a Long Island man and underscores just how catastrophic these crashes can be. The Hutch—one of the busiest arteries running through Westchester County—connects communities from White Plains down toward New York City, including Yonkers, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx. When a vehicle travels the wrong direction at highway speed, there is often little time to react—and the consequences are frequently fatal.
Why Wrong-Way Crashes Are So Deadly
Wrong-way accidents tend to involve head-on impacts, multiplying the force of the collision. Contributing factors often include impaired driving, fatigue, confusion at ramps or interchanges, poor visibility, and roadway design issues. On parkways like the Hutch, tight curves, limited shoulders, and fast-moving traffic can make an already dangerous situation even worse—especially at night or during bad weather.
What Victims’ Families Should Know
After a fatal crash, families are left with overwhelming grief—and complex legal questions. In many cases, a thorough investigation can reveal multiple responsible parties, not just the wrong-way driver. Liability may extend to vehicle owners, employers, bars or restaurants that overserved alcohol, or entities responsible for roadway design and signage. Preserving evidence early—traffic camera footage, black-box data, witness statements—can be critical.
Put a Proven Trial Lawyer on Your Side
For more than 35 years, Norman Gershon has been the trial lawyer other lawyers call when the stakes are highest. A focused car accident lawyer with decades of courtroom experience, he has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements across Westchester County and the NYC metro area. His record includes multi-million-dollar results in serious motor-vehicle cases—because when insurers refuse to do what’s right, he prepares every case to win at trial.
Clients consistently describe Norman as meticulous, compassionate, and relentless in court:
- “Smart, experienced, compassionate… the class of the field.” — Michael Benowich
- “He got me a bigger settlement than I expected.” — Nancy Joyce
- “Top-notch… comfortable and confident in the courtroom.” — Lance, NY
If a Wrong-Way Crash Changed Your Life
Whether a collision happened on the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-287, the Bronx River Parkway, or city streets throughout Manhattan, Queens, or the Bronx, you deserve answers—and accountability. An experienced trial lawyer can investigate what went wrong, identify every responsible party, and fight for the full compensation the law allows.
If you or your family are dealing with the aftermath of a serious or fatal car accident, put 35 years of trial experience to work for you. Call Norman Gershon today!
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