Manhattan, NY – Injuries in Collision at E 116th St & 2nd Ave
Manhattan, NY (June 20, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Manhattan area on Thursday, June 20, required support from local paramedics. The accident happened early that morning around 2:34 a.m. at the corner of E. 116th Street and 2nd Avenue.
Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to help the involved parties. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were later transferred to a nearby hospital for additional support. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked the scene, and tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No further information on the incident is currently available. However, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in New York
It is challenging to be completely prepared for an automobile collision, and the acts of another motorist could result in permanent harm on the road. Across the United States, there are over six million car crashes annually, which leave over 40,000 people dead and over two million permanently injured. Car crashes are the primary cause of fatalities and serious injuries in New York. In 2022, there were almost 100,000 auto accidents in New York City. Statistics show that about 38 percent of these accidents resulted in fatal injuries. such as The majority of crashes in New York involve distracted driving and speeding.
Managing the wreckage of a serious collision on your own is challenging. Having an experienced Manhattan car accident lawyer at your side could make this difficult time easier for you to recover from. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz, & Korson LLP has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue successful recoveries. If you are ready start working on your case, contact our offices today at (516) 774-3635 to discuss your situation with our trained lawyers.
