Manhattan, NY – Car Accident Causes Injuries at Madison Ave & E 80th St
Manhattan, NY (June 11, 2024) – A car accident in the Manhattan area on Tuesday, June 11, required support from local paramedics. The collision was reported early that morning, around 5:15 a.m. at the corner of Madison Ave and E. 80th Street. The circumstances leading to the collision have not been determined.
At least one person involved in the accident suffered injuries. Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Local authorities advised local motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays while paramedics were present. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in New York
Driving while distracted is a risky habit that can easily lead to a serious car accident. Distracted drivers are to blame for a significant number of fatal crashes that occur in the United States each year. Approximately 400,000 major injuries and 3,000 fatalities are attributed to distracted driving on American roadways. New Yorkers have a bad reputation for being distracted when driving. Between 2017 and 2021, there were 4,785 fatal crashes in the state that resulted from driver distraction, contributing to nearly 12 percent of all collisions. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving plays a role in around 80 percent of recorded collisions. It is important that you are ready to take the necessary steps to protect your legal rights by working closely with a trained lawyer.
Your recovery is too important to leave to chance. A trained Manhattan car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full compensation. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is ready to get to work on your case. Contact our offices today at (516) 774-3635 to get started on your claim.
