Queens, NY – One Trapped in Vehicle After Crash on Almeda Ave
Queens, NY (August 11, 2024) – This Sunday evening, August 11, just before midnight, emergency services responded to a serious traffic collision at 54-45 Almeda Avenue in Far Rockaway, Queens, where a person was reported trapped inside a vehicle.
The incident was first reported to 911 at approximately 9 p.m., prompting a swift response from police, EMS, and firefighters. Upon arrival, firefighters immediately began rescue operations to free the individual from the wreckage.
Details about the collision remain scarce as authorities continue their investigation. Eyewitnesses gathered at the scene, watching as first responders worked to assist those involved. The injured victims were transported to area hospitals. The condition of the trapped individual and whether there were other injuries have not yet been confirmed. More information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
We hope those involved in this crash recover swiftly from their injuries.
Crashes on Queens Streets
Collisions on Queens streets remain a significant concern due to high traffic volumes and a mix of transportation modes, including cars, pedestrians, and cyclists. Contributing factors such as distracted driving, speeding, aggressive driving, and impaired driving only add to the dangers. Inadequate infrastructure in certain areas exacerbates these risks, making vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists particularly susceptible to harm. Despite initiatives like Vision Zero, which aims to reduce traffic fatalities through enforcement, infrastructure improvements, and public awareness, collisions continue to occur, underscoring the need for ongoing vigilance and a collective commitment to safe road behavior.
New York City, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx collectively account for less than 50% of all traffic collisions in the state. Queens alone witnessed over 10,500 incidents, while Manhattan recorded just over 6,000, and the Bronx had 6,660. Notably, many of these accidents involve pedestrians and cyclists, who are at greater risk due to the city’s dense population and heavy traffic.
When it comes to car accidents in Queens, compensatory damages are designed to cover both economic and non-economic losses. Economic damages, including lost wages, medical expenses, and property damage, are typically straightforward to quantify with financial documents. However, non-economic damages—such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life—are more subjective and require skilled legal representation to properly evaluate and assign monetary value.
Contact Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP at (212) 267-6557 to schedule your free consultation with our Queens car accident attorney and ensure that you receive the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
Our attorneys at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP, with their proven track record and positive client feedback, are well-trained to ensure that you receive the full compensation you deserve after a life-changing accident. We are prepared to take decisive legal action, including filing a lawsuit if necessary, to protect your rights.
