Apr 13, 2011

Derry Woman Injured in I93 Rollover Crash

Andrea Capozzi , 29, of Derry, NH was injured in a rollover accident on Interstate 93 yesterday afternoon. Capozzi was trapped in her rolled over compact car until Methuen firefighters were able to free her by cutting the roof off the vehicle.

The Eagle Tribune reports that Capozzi was driving on I- 93 South when her car, a 2002 Hyundai Accent, rolled over in the high-speed lane about 100 yards north of Exit 48, the Route 213 interchange.

The Accent came to rest on the driver’s side, its back end against the guardrail, the article said.

According to police, witnesses said a man wearing a dress shirt and tie exited the car right after the crash and fled the scene. He was apparently able to free himself from the rolled over car.

This part of the accident remains under investigation, police said.

Capozzi was rushed to Massachusetts General Hospital following the crash, where she was listed in fair condition.

Rollover Accidents in Massachusetts
There are many contributing factors in Massachusetts rollover accidents. Driver inattention, speeding, alcohol use while driving, are just to name a few.
According to the Consumer Safety report, the most common mistakes which can cause a rollover include:
  • Recognition Errors – 41% of accidents occur due to driver inattention, internal or external distractions, or inadequate surveillance.
  • Decision Errors – 34% of accidents occur due to driving aggressively, speeding, etc.
  • Performance Errors – Overcompensation, improper directional control, etc. caused 10 % of accidents studied.
  • Other Factors.
How a Boston Personal Injury Attorney Can Help
If you have been injured in a similar rollover accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s fault, you may have a legal right to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party.

To find out about your legal options, contact the Boston motor vehicle accidents lawyers at the Kiley Law Group for a FREE Legal Evaluation of your accident case.

Call 1-800-410-2769 to schedule your Free Consultation.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was published. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

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