As attorneys specializing in dump truck accidents, we’ve witnessed an alarming number of cases where careless actions result in catastrophic outcomes on our roads.
On a recent Thursday, Maria Piovanetti, a 58-year-old pedestrian, was fatally struck by a dump truck at the intersection of Tilden Ave and Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, NYC.
Despite having the right of way, Piovanetti was hit by the truck after its driver, who had initially stopped, recklessly ran a red light.
This tragic event follows a similar incident six months prior, where a dump truck from Manolos Trucking, a New Jersey-based company, killed Kristina Naprawa, a crossing guard in Queens.
These incidents, involving different drivers from the same company, underscore an urgent need for enhanced regulatory scrutiny and responsibility in the trucking sector.
Pattern of Negligence Unveiled The mentioned accidents are part of a concerning trend of negligence.
The same dump truck from Manolos Trucking involved in both fatal accidents had been repeatedly captured on video running red lights and speeding since 2018.
This behavior isn’t isolated to one vehicle; seven other trucks from Manolos Trucking have accumulated a significant number of violations, with minimal repercussions for the company.
Despite accumulating over 60 citations for reckless driving and numerous safety infractions, the penalties for Manolos Trucking have been surprisingly lenient.
A mere $2,400 fine for a safety violation involving a hood ornament falls short of acknowledging the seriousness of their actions. The absence of charges against the driver in the latest deadly incident is particularly concerning.
This ongoing negligence and loss of life demand a call for more rigorous regulatory oversight and accountability in the trucking industry.
Advocating for Victims and Legal Accountability
As attorneys focused on dump truck accident cases, our role is to champion the cause of victims and their families impacted by such tragic incidents.
It is imperative that Manolos Trucking is held legally accountable for its negligence.
The litigation pending from a previous accident highlights the critical need for justice for the victims and measures to prevent future tragedies.
