When you get in a car with a friend, you probably don’t think twice about their driving skills. For many of us, we assume those closest to us are safe drivers until they prove otherwise. But when an accident happens and your friend or loved one is at fault, the consequences can be difficult to deal with.

One local family is mourning the loss of their son this week after a recent accident. He was the passenger, and his friend was behind the wheel in the single-vehicle wreck.

According to NJ.com, the accident occurred when the two young men were traveling down Friendship Road in South Brunswick. As the driver negotiated a curve, he lost control. His friend was partially ejected from the vehicle before it struck a utility pole guard wire that pulled him completely out of the vehicle, killing him.

According to South Brunswick police, the driver was speeding at the time of the accident. Charges have not yet been filed, but the investigation is ongoing.

Despite their friendship, one person’s unsafe driving led to a friend’s death. For this, the driver could be held responsible in both criminal and civil courts. The family of the deceased could hold the driver accountable for the fatality through a wrongful death suit. While it won’t bring their son back, it could provide closure and cover the costs of the funeral.

Even if you are involved in an accident and the injuries are not fatal, the driver can be held responsible. Whether it is your friend or the driver of another vehicle, the person who caused the accident can be made to compensate you for your medical costs, pain and suffering, and more.

For some people, this is a touchy matter, as they are afraid that an auto accident claim could damage any relationship with the driver. But for most drivers, such a claim is expected and justified. If you’ve been involved in such an accident, the car accident attorneys of Ginarte can help you look at all your options to determine the best course of action.

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If you’ve been hurt in an accident, contact the New York and New Jersey auto accident lawyers of Ginarte today. Call (888) GINARTE for a free consultation and to see how we might be able to help.