One Seriously Hurt in Crash on I-95 in Newbury, MA

Newbury, MA (July 16, 2026) – On Thursday afternoon, July 16, a wreck involving an SUV and a tractor-trailer left one person seriously injured on Interstate 95 northbound in Newbury. The collision occurred shortly after 3:30 p.m.

Emergency units freed the SUV driver from the vehicle before a medical helicopter flew them to a Boston hospital.

All northbound lanes were closed while the helicopter operated. One lane later reopened, but the entrance ramp from Central Street to Interstate 95 remained closed.

No details were released about the SUV driver’s current status or whether the truck driver was injured. The Newbury Police Department continues to investigate what caused the wreck.

Our thoughts are with the injured driver as they receive medical care.

Who May Be Liable for a Tractor-Trailer Accident in Newbury, MA?

The truck driver, trucking company, or both may be liable for a tractor-trailer crash in Newbury, depending on what caused it. Cargo loaders, maintenance contractors, and parts manufacturers may also share responsibility when their work contributes to the accident.

Because tractor-trailers can weigh 20 to 30 times more than passenger vehicles, people in smaller vehicles often face the greatest risk of serious harm. Head injuries, spinal damage, and broken bones may require extensive medical treatment.

Across Newbury, Interstate 95 carries commercial traffic toward Interstate 495 and Route 1. Trucks regularly travel between Boston and New Hampshire, while busy merge points near Central Street and Scotland Road add pressure during afternoon travel.

Beyond driver conduct, trucking records can reveal important details about responsibility. Electronic driving logs, inspection reports, and maintenance files may show whether a driver exceeded legal hours or the company failed to complete necessary repairs.

Even when the driver made the clearest mistake, the employer may still share liability under Massachusetts law. An injured person can recover compensation as long as their share of responsibility does not exceed 50 percent.

With several parties involved, insurers may try to shift blame or limit what they pay. Reviewing contracts, cargo records, repair invoices, and driver communications can help show how each party’s actions contributed to the crash.

As questions about responsibility grow, important evidence can disappear quickly after a serious truck collision. A Massachusetts personal injury lawyer can request electronic logs and vehicle data, review company records, and handle conversations with the commercial insurer while the injured person recovers.

Our team at Fiorentino Legal, P.C. helps injured people identify everyone who may share responsibility for a truck accident. We review the evidence, explain how Massachusetts weighs fault, and help you understand your available legal options.

If you have questions after a truck accident in Newbury, contact Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568 for more information about your options. 

Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Fiorentino Legal, P.C. has not independently verified all details of the incident reported. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Fiorentino Legal, P.C. so we can promptly review and update the content.

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