Brooklyn, NY – Injuries in Collision on Brooklyn Queens Expy
Brooklyn, NY (May 17, 2024) – A car crash with injuries was reported in the Brooklyn area on Friday, May 17. The collision occurred early that morning, around 3:22 a.m. on Brooklyn Queens Expressway near Exit 24. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties.
At this time, the circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been reported. The injured parties were treated by attending paramedics before being transferred to local hospitals by ambulance. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed 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 Accidents in New York
A car accident can happen at almost any time. Statistics show that car crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury not just in New York but across the United States. There are an estimated 447,000 auto accidents reported annually across the state, according to the New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). An estimated 881 fatalities are reported on the state’s roads annually. Nearly 17 percent of crashes in New York end in injuries, and each year, automobile accidents in the state result in an estimated 121,068 injuries. A qualified lawyer can start working on your case to defend your legal rights because it might be challenging to pursue a claim for compensation on your own after a serious crash.
Your ability to lead a normal life can be on the line after a serious auto accident. It is important that you are ready to get the most out of your case by working closely with a competent Brooklyn car accident lawyer. Contact the offices of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP today at (516) 774-3635 to get the most out of your case.
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