Bronx, NY – Two-Vehicle Crash on 137th St Results in Injuries
Bronx, NY (March 17, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Bronx area on Sunday afternoon, March 17, required support from local paramedics. The accident took place at around 2:52 p.m. at the 600 block of E. 137th Street. Two vehicles reportedly collided at the scene.
At least one person involved in the accident was hurt as a result of the collision. At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The circumstances leading to the accident were not provided in the initial reports, and no updates on the conditions of the crash victims are currently available. 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.
New York Distracted Driving Crashes
Driver distraction has quickly become one of the leading causes of serious crashes. Nationwide, distracted drivers cause about 3,000 fatalities and over 700,000 serious injuries each year. Drivers in New York are notorious for being distracted when operating a vehicle. Driver distraction was a factor in 563 out of 4,785 fatal crashes in the state between 2017 and 2021, accounting for about 12 percent of all collisions. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has found that distracted driving is a factor in almost 80 percent of reported collisions nationwide.
It can be difficult to manage the aftermath of a serious car accident on your own. Fortunately, you do not have to be alone during this difficult time. Crash victims need to partner with a trained Bronx personal injury lawyer in order to pursue a claim for compensation in order to protect their legal rights. The skilled team of attorneys at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is ready to get to work on your claim. If you have any questions about your legal rights, contact our law offices today at (516) 774-3635. We will not give up until you are able to get the most compensation possible for your case.
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