Denis Hernandez fatally struck by tractor-trailer in North Bellport

FATAL TRACTOR-TRAILER ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

The fatal crash remains under investigation by the Suffolk County Police Major Case Unit.

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a variety of factors can contribute to semi-truck accidents, including brake problems, speeding, prescription drug use, unfamiliarity with the roadway, lane drifting, improper truck maneuvering, and driver fatigue.

Candice Bond, an experienced pedestrian accident attorney, said that in cases such as this, it is essential for families to obtain an independent investigation conducted promptly by an experienced attorney to help safeguard their legal rights.

“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can contribute to these incidents,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for Accident Injury News. “A skilled attorney can help protect a grieving family from trucking companies, which frequently dispatch their own investigators to crash scenes and have extensive resources available to defend negligent drivers. An attorney can advocate for victims by retaining expert witnesses, reviewing driver histories, locating witnesses, examining applicable insurance coverage, and guiding families through the legal process.”

Sadly, statistics indicate that a person is killed or seriously injured every 15 minutes in a crash involving a semi-truck. FMCSA data also shows that approximately 5,000 people lose their lives each year in semi-truck accidents.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the outcome of the investigation, the family of Denis Hernandez may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Surviving family members of wrongful death victims may seek compensation for the loss of love and companionship, funeral and burial expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress resulting from a tragic accident such as this.

“The emotional and financial burden following the loss of a loved one in a serious accident can be overwhelming,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel at Bond Legal and also a national legal analyst for The Legal Advocate. “We understand the difficult challenges families face during these times, and protecting their legal rights is essential. A wrongful death attorney can monitor the official investigation while helping ensure that the family’s rights and best interests remain protected.”

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