Bronx, NY – Injuries in Collision at W Burnside Ave & W 179th St

Bronx, NY (June 15, 2024) – At least one person was injured after a traffic accident in the Manhattan area on Saturday, June 15. That morning, around 9:49 a.m., the collision was reported at the intersection of W. Burnside Avenue and W. 179th Street. Two or more vehicles were involved in the crash.

Emergency responders were rushed to the scene after being notified of a crash with injuries. There were confirmed injuries resulting from the accident, but the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency crews worked to clear the scene. No further information on the accident is 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

Driver distraction has become a pressing issue leading to a significant number of serious crashes in recent times. The statistics paint a grim picture, with over 3,000 people losing their lives and more than 400,000 sustaining serious injuries annually due to distracted driving across the nation. Drivers in New York are notorious for being careless when operating a vehicle. Driver distraction was a contributing factor in 4,785 fatal crashes in the state between 2017 and 2021, contributing to about 12 percent of all collisions that year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that distracted driving is a factor in nearly 80 percent of reported collisions nationwide and 15 percent of crashes that result in injuries. After being harmed by a careless driver, it’s critical that you are prepared to file a strong personal injury claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney.

You do not want to take any chances with your recovery if you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in an unexpected car crash. A trained Bronx personal injury lawyer will be ready to fight for the full value of your claim. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is ready to get to work on your case. Contact our law offices today at (516) 774-3635.