Brooklyn, NY (February 22, 2023) – A traffic collision occurred in Brooklyn on the evening of February 17 that injured one person. Sources say the accident occurred at around 6:48 p.m.
An unknown number of vehicles collided on Knickerbocker Avenue near Bleecker Street, causing one person to become injured. What caused the collision to occur remains unknown at this time.
Responders including New York Police officers, EMS, and firefighters with the NYPD were at the scene. The injured victim was rendered aid by medics and transported to the hospital for further assistance.
Their name has not been reported at this time. Authorities in Brooklyn continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
Auto Collisions in Brooklyn
Your life may be forever altered by a serious traffic accident. Regrettably, each month, thousands of auto collisions occur across the state of New York that result in serious injuries. Numerous victims are sent to the hospital with severe injuries like brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and more. You may be stuck in the hospital and unable to return to work when you’re hurt in a bad car accident. On top of being unable to go back to work, you may also be faced with steep medical bills, vehicle repair costs, and other expenses related to your accident and injuries.
After sustaining injuries in an auto collision filing a personal injury lawsuit is a smart move, especially if you know the crash was caused by another person. Some of the most common damages that result from serious auto collisions may include:
- Medical Bills: The bills you face in relation to your crash may be able to be compensated for when you file a personal injury claim with an attorney. This can include the cost of your doctor’s appointments, surgeries, prescriptions, medical equipment, and more. If you require long-term medical care, any costs related to that may be compensated for as well.
- Lost Wages: If you are stuck in the hospital or at home due to the severity of your injuries, you may be eligible to recover lost wages. This may include lost wages from the time you’ve missed at work thus far as well as your estimated future earning capacity.
- Pain and Suffering: You may also be able to recover damages for pain and suffering. This includes both physical and emotional pain and suffering caused by the accident.
- Other Damages: In some cases, you may also be able to recover other damages, such as property damage and loss of consortium.
At Metro Law, our experienced and dedicated legal advocates are here to help you get the justice you deserve. With over four decades of experience representing victims in New York, our Brooklyn car accident lawyers have helped countless people get the compensation they need during difficult times. If you or someone you know has been affected by a car accident, contact us today for your free consultation at 800-469-6476.
