Schuyler, NY – Man Killed in Two-Car Accident on SR-5
Schuyler, NY (December 15, 2022) – New York State Police report that a man from Utica lost his life in a fatal two-car accident that took place in Schuyler on December 13. The incident took place at around 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Emergency responders with Schuyler EMS, police troopers, Kunkel Ambulance, and NYS Department of Transportation were sent to the scene of a fatal two-car wreck. The incident occurred on State Route 5.
A 2013 Honda Accord was found at the scene. It was driven by 32-year-old Viktor Lunhu, who had been traveling west when he was involved in a crash with a 2010 Audi A5 driven by 19-year-old Jaeden M. Beam of Little Falls, NY.
Lunhu was pronounced deceased at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Utica a short time later.
We want to offer our sincere sympathies to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
New York Auto Accidents
There are over 6 million auto accidents that happen throughout the United States per year. In any multi-vehicle car wreck, it is important that injured victims are able to recover. If you were hurt in an accident caused by driver negligence, you may benefit from filing a personal injury claim with an attorney. A lawyer can help you by independently investigating your case and preserving pertinent evidence that proves it was caused by another driver’s negligent actions.
A lawyer may help you by reviewing:
- Police reports
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A skilled car crash lawyer will also aggressively negotiate a full and fair settlement with the insurance company and prove your innocence in the crash. Especially if your injuries are severe, you will qualify for compensation that can help cover the costs related to medical care and other damages. In a violent, multi-vehicle accident, victims may be left with severe injuries, including:
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As one of New York’s best personal injury law firms, Metro Law has helped injured crash victims get optimum results when they file personal injury claims for compensation. We also work hard to help the surviving family members of those who have lost their lives in negligently caused accidents. Driver negligence comes in many forms, including:
- Distracted driving
- Texting and driving
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When you have lost a loved one due to driver negligence, you deserve to be able to recover financially without incident. At Metro Law, our wrongful death lawyers in Schuyler have decades of experience helping bereaved families recover after losing loved ones in accidents. Call our law firm at (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you. Our firm fights diligently on behalf of our clients and works tirelessly to ensure that your legal rights are protected.
Notes: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified. If you identify any false information in the story or want the post removed, please inform us immediately, and we will correct the information or remove the post.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Metro Law strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents. We hope awareness of these dangers allows our community to take precautions and avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business. This information is not medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident. The photos depicted in this post are not from the actual accident scene.
