Elizabethtown, NY – On Tuesday morning, January 20, 2026, a major commercial vehicle accident caused significant delays for travelers in the Adirondack region. At approximately 10:30 a.m., a tractor-trailer traveling southbound on Interstate 87 overturned between Exit 31 and Exit 30 in Elizabethtown. The crash left the large vehicle on its side, completely blocking the southbound lanes of the Northway. New York State Police were forced to close the highway and divert all southbound traffic onto State Route 9 and State Route 73 while heavy-duty recovery crews worked to clear the wreckage. The roadway remained closed for several hours during the cleanup and investigation.
Tractor-Trailer Accident in New York
The police report provides a record of the highway closure, but it is only the first step in understanding a commercial crash. When a massive tractor-trailer overturns on a high-speed interstate, you need a professional “Second Look” to find the real cause. A standard report might miss things like a mechanical failure, an improperly loaded trailer, or a trucking company that ignored safety rules. Working with a New York tractor-trailer accident lawyer ensures that every detail is checked through a private investigation. In New York, the clock is ticking on your rights. While you generally have three years to file a claim, you may have only 90 days to act if a government entity or a dangerous road was involved. While you are recovering, the insurance companies for the trucking firm are already working to protect their money; you must move even faster to protect your future.
Don’t let an insurance carrier’s initial assessment be the final word. Contact Stanley Law Office at 888-997-3889 for a professional second look at your case.
