Queens, NY – Bicyclist Injured in Accident at Conduit Ave & 130th St
Queens, NY (April 18, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a bicycle crash in the Queens area on Thursday, April 18. The accident was reported early that morning around 7:29 a.m. at the intersection of S. Conduit Avenue and 130th Street. The victim was riding a bicycle when they were struck by an oncoming motor vehicle.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. The injured rider was treated at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further support. The circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been determined. The area was temporarily closed as emergency crews were present. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Bicycle Crashes in New York
In bicycle accidents, the person riding the bike is nearly always the one who is hurt. These incidents can involve anything from a motor vehicle collision to a fall on hazardous terrain or even a collision with another bicycle, but they can all have catastrophic, even fatal, consequences. Statistics from the Centers For Disease Control show that in a single recent year there were 1,000 cyclist deaths and 467,000 cyclists injured in a recent year. The majority of bicycle fatalities occur in urban areas, which may be why NYC is so prone to these serious crashes. An estimated 37 percent of bicycle deaths nationwide involve intoxication in some way. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a car accident, you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim with the help of an experienced lawyer.
The steps you take after a serious crash are important in your recovery. It is always in your best interests to partner with a qualified Queens bicycle crash lawyer to make sure your legal rights are protected. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is ready to fight for your full recovery. Give us a call today at (516) 774-3635.
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Disclaimers: To promote safety and prevent tragic accidents, we urge individuals in our community to drive slowly and cautiously. This news article is not intended as a solicitation for business. Any information provided should not be considered professional medical or legal advice. Additionally, please note that the photo used in this post is not from the location of the collision.
