Manhattan, NY – Injuries in Pedestrian Crash at 5th Ave & 106th St
Manhattan, NY (April 6, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a pedestrian accident in the Manhattan area on Saturday, April 6. The collision occurred at the intersection of 5th Avenue and E. 106th Street that afternoon at around 12:02 p.m. Two pedestrians were involved in the crash.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. It was later revealed that the injured parties were riding a scooter when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been provided. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. 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.
Pedestrian Accidents in New York
Roadway safety is important for everyone, but pedestrians are particularly at risk. Unfortunately, when walking close to the road, there is a far larger risk of potentially catastrophic injuries. Data indicates that pedestrians account for a sizable percentage of traffic fatalities in New York. There are more than 300 pedestrian deaths, over 15,000 injuries, and more than 3,000 hospital admissions in the state per year. Because they are unable to withstand the power of an automobile collision, pedestrians are more likely to sustain severe or permanent injuries that could severely limit their quality of life. In the event of a serious pedestrian accident, you must be able to defend your legal rights, which calls for working with an experienced personal injury attorney.
As a pedestrian, it is important that you are able to protect your legal rights. This is because you are at greater risk of suffering serious injuries. A qualified Manhattan pedestrian crash lawyer can help during this difficult time. The trained legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP has a proven track record representing crash victims in successful personal injury claims. Call us today at (516) 774-3635.
