Bronx, NY – Child Hurt in Wreck on Neill Ave
Bronx, NY (February 29, 2024) – A car accident happened in the Bronx on the evening of February 29. At approximately 5:49 p.m., emergency responders went to the scene of the incident in the 1000 block of Neill Avenue. A vehicle crash occurred that trapped a child inside one of the involved cars. Initial reports reveal that several people may have been trapped inside one of the vehicles. Paramedics rendered aid to the injured parties at the scene and took them to the hospital as necessary. Currently, the names of the victims have not been released. Police in the Bronx are still investigating the circumstances of the accident.
No further information concerning the crash has been reported at this time.
Our thoughts are with those involved as we hope for their full recovery.
New York Car Accidents
Car crashes occur constantly in the state of New York. More than 600 collisions take place in the state of New York daily causing hundreds of people to become injured. Sadly, some even lose their lives in these wrecks. Throughout the country, over 7,500 people are injured in collisions per day, while more than 100 end up dying. Car crashes are the main reason behind injuries and death in the United States today, ending the lives of over 40,000 individuals per year.
Specifically, distracted driving is the main reason behind the majority of car accidents that happen in the United States. Over 400,000 car crashes happen per year due to distracted driving. Unfortunately, drivers can become distracted in so many ways today – from their smartphones to other screens inside their vehicles. Though some drivers may feel safe looking away from the road for a few moments, this is never, ever safe for anyone involved. While we are traveling on any roadway, we are almost constantly in motion, opening up the opportunity for error. This is why paying constant and vigilant attention to the road and our immediate surroundings is paramount if we wish to protect ourselves and others.
When you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash, and you believe that it was caused by negligence, working with a personal injury lawyer is always in your best interest. Bronx car crash lawyers from the law office of Metro Law have more than three decades of experience helping injured crash victims and their loved ones recover in every way possible. We know how hard it can be to recover from an accident, especially if your injuries are severe. This is why we work hard to make sure you have the right medical care, emotional support, and more. We also build you a solid personal injury claim for financial compensation so you can recover as quickly as possible after your crash. We will negotiate a full and fair settlement from the insurance company for you so you don’t have to worry about making ends meet during your recovery.
Compensation can help you pay for all of the expenses stemming from your accident, such as medical care, vehicle repairs or replacement, lost wages, and more. Even non-economic damages like emotional turmoil, pain, suffering, and other damages may be eligible for financial compensation when you work with a lawyer. Contact the law office of Metro Law as soon as you can to learn more about how we can help you recover during this trying time in your life. You can reach our office by calling (800) 469-6476.
