Coplan & Crane Weighs In on Report Stating Tracy Morgan Was Not Wearing Seatbelt in Truck Accident
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Commenting on a report alleging comedian
According to a Reuters report published in the
"It's not unusual for questions about seatbelt use to arise during such proceedings," said Coplan, a personal injury lawyer in
In a statement, Morgan said, "I can't believe
"We've heard similar comments from our clients who have been seriously injured in accidents," Coplan said.
The injuries to Morgan and others were caused in whole or in part by their failure to wear an appropriate restraint device, the Tribune article states, quoting
Attorney Coplan said companies accused of causing accidents will always look at the actions of the person who has filed a lawsuit to find out if there is any contributory negligence – that is, whether the person injured might be at fault.
"Most states have laws that allow judges and juries to determine responsibility for an accident in proportion to the fault of the involved parties," Coplan said. "As attorneys who have represented the injured, we know that insurance companies will make all sorts of arguments about the behavior of the people who were injured or died in the crash. That's why those who have been injured or lost loved ones need to have an experienced and aggressive attorney on their side, someone who knows how to build a compelling case and get results."
According to the Tribune, Morgan's accident occurred
Morgan's lawsuit alleges that the driver had been awake for more than 24 hours before the accident and should not have been behind the wheel. The driver has pleaded not guilty to charges of vehicular homicide and assault-by-auto, the Tribune states.
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