The majority of car accidents occur due to careless driving. In many cases arising out of collisions, though, the parties dispute whose negligent operation of a vehicle actually caused the crash. In such instances, the courts typically will not order judgment as a matter of law in one party\u2019s favor, as demonstrated in a recent New York case. If you were involved in a harmful collision, it is advisable to talk to a Syracuse personal injury attorney about what damages you may be owed.<\/p>\n
Facts and Procedure of the Case<\/strong><\/p>\n It is reported that the plaintiff was driving a sedan on an expressway when his vehicle was allegedly struck from behind by an 18-wheel tractor-trailer owned by the defendant owner and driven by the defendant driver. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit alleging the defendants negligently owned and operated the tractor-trailer. The defendants then removed the case to federal court based on diversity jurisdiction.<\/p>\n