Bronx, NY – Collision with Injuries at Westchester Ave & White Plains Rd
Bronx, NY (August 1, 2024) – There were reported injuries after an auto accident in the Bronx area on Wednesday, July 31. The collision took place at the corner of Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road that evening, around 9:27 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for further support. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. No further information on the crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Speeding-Related Crashes in New York
Statistics show that a total of 12,330 persons lost their lives in speed-related collisions in 2021, representing a nearly eight percent increase in speed-related deaths between 2020 and 2021. In 2021, nearly 29 percent of all road deaths involved speeding motorists. 2022 saw more than 12,000 fatalities from speed-related collisions. The majority of drivers involved in fatal collisions were young males ages 18 to 44, and about 24 percent of them were speeding at the time of the crash. During the last 20 years, speeding has been a factor in around one-third of all car accidents. It is important that you are able to protect your legal rights after a crash by working closely with a competent legal team.
Seeking full compensation on your own is often difficult, and crash victims are often bogged down by their new injuries and damages to totally focus on their case. The trained teal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is here to help you during this difficult time. Our Bronx personal injury lawyers will be by your side every step of the way. Contact our law offices today at (516) 774-3635 to discuss your case with our caring legal team.
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Disclaimers: To promote safety and prevent tragic accidents, we urge individuals in our community to drive slowly and cautiously. This news article is not intended as a solicitation for business. Any information provided should not be considered professional medical or legal advice. Additionally, please note that the photo used in this post is not from the location of the collision.
