Bronx, NY – Crash with Injuries at Bruckner Blvd & Hutchinson River Pkwy
Bronx, NY (July 31, 2024) – At least one person sustained injuries after a collision in the Bronx area on Wednesday, July 31. Early that morning, around 5:57 a.m., the accident was reported at the crossing of Bruckner Boulevard and Hutchinson River Parkway N. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
The injured parties were provided immediate aid at the scene by attending medical personnel. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for further support. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No further updates on the crash are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in New York
Distracted driving is a major factor in catastrophic crashes these days. Over 400,000 significant injuries and over 3,000 fatalities are caused by distracted driving nationwide each year. People from New York are notorious for being inattentive behind the wheel. Distracted drivers were to blame for 4,785 fatal fatalities in the state between 2017 and 2021, contributing to about 12 percent of all crashes. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving is a factor in over 80 percent of accidents. In the time it takes to send one text message, you could travel at highway speeds the length of a football field. You might be able to pursue a compensation claim by closely collaborating with an experienced legal team.
Your very way of life can be at risk after a crash, and it is important that you are able to get the full compensation you are owed to achieve a full recovery. When you work closely with a skilled Bronx personal injury lawyer, you will be able to exercise your legal rights to the fullest extent. Contact the offices of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP at (516) 774-3635.
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