Rochester, N.Y. (November 27, 2025) – A person died following a two-car crash on Route 104 Eastbound on the city’s north side on Thursday morning, as confirmed by New York State Police.
Reports of the crash began around 8:20 a.m. The collision occurred in the underpass beneath St. Paul Street, where one car was observed on its side. Emergency crews were quick to respond to the scene to address the damage and investigate the incident.
New York State Police are working to gather more details, including the cause of the crash. The road required closure to allow for investigation and clean-up.
Understanding Wrongful Death in a Two-Car Crash in New York
When a fatality occurs in a two-car collision, the family of the deceased maintains the right to file a wrongful death claim against the driver whose negligence caused the accident. This claim is brought by the deceased person’s personal representative on behalf of the surviving beneficiaries (distributees).
To succeed in a New York wrongful death claim, the family must demonstrate that the other driver breached their duty of care (e.g., through speeding or distraction), and that this breach directly resulted in the fatal crash. The state’s pure comparative negligence rule applies, which means that even if the deceased driver shared some fault, their estate could still recover compensation, reduced by that percentage.
The statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death claim in New York is generally two years from the date of death. Compensation is intended to cover financial losses, including funeral costs, medical expenses incurred before death, and loss of financial support the deceased would have provided.
How Can We Help
At Stanley Law, we help victims of vehicle accidents work through the difficulties of insurance claims and personal injury lawsuits. If your family was affected by the fatal Route 104 crash in Rochester, our NY auto accident attorney is here to help you every step of the way. Call us at 888-997-3889 for a free consultation today and let us fight for your rights.
