Queens, NY – Injuries in Collision at Metropolitan Ave & Park Ln
Queens, NY (April 24, 2024) – At least one person was hurt following a traffic accident in the Queens area on Wednesday, April 24. The accident was reported early that morning just past midnight at the intersection of Metropolitan Avenue and Park Lane S. Airbags were reportedly deployed in the collision.
Emergency responders were sent to the scene after being notified of a serious collision with injuries. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transported to a local hospital for further support. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was closed for several hours until tow trucks were able to clear the resulting debris. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in New York
Everyone on the road can be impacted by a negligent driver. Sadly, it does not take long to witness someone driving at a stop sign or red light while distracted by their phone. Distracted driving is one of the many dangerous driving behaviors that are very common in New York, and it is also a key contributing factor to many serious collisions in the city. A total of 28,753 cars in New York were involved in crashes involving distracted driving in 2022 alone, and every year, distracted driving claims the lives of over 3,000 people in the United States. Texting while driving is becoming more and more prevalent on American roadways. In the event that you or a loved one sustains serious injuries in an accident, a knowledgeable attorney can support you in preserving your legal rights by putting together a compelling case for damages.
You do not want to leave your recovery to chance after a life-changing crash. Only an experienced Queens personal injury lawyer can fight for your full recovery. If you are ready to get to work on your case, contact the offices of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP today at (516) 774-3635.
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