Bronx, NY – Injuries in Scooter crash at E 234th St & Carpenter Ave
Bronx, NY (July 15, 2024) – On Monday, July 15, there were confirmed injuries in the aftermath of a traffic accident in the Bronx area. The collision occurred at the corner of E. 234th Street and Carpenter Avenue early that morning, around 4:55 a.m. Local reports indicated that the victim was riding a scooter when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. The injured rider was later hospitalized by ambulance. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. 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.
Scooter Accidents in New York
In recent years, big cities like New York have seen a sharp growth in the sales of electric scooters. It would seem reasonable that there would be a corresponding rise in the number of injuries brought on by these mobile devices. In fact, the number of injuries caused by scooter-related accidents has increased by an astounding 222 percent since 2014. Approximately 80 percent of these injuries are the result of falls, with 26 percent of those injuries being considered severe. To pursue a compensation claim, crash victims should speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer. Managing a tragic scooter accident can be challenging, so it is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side.
You have legal rights as a New York resident, and you are owed compensation if you are unfairly injured by a reckless driver. A skilled Bronx personal injury lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery during this difficult time. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Contact our offices today at (516) 774-3635 to get started on your case during a free initial consultation.
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