Brooklyn, NY – Multi-Vehicle Accident Injures 7 People on Malcolm X Blvd near Gates Ave

Brooklyn, NY – Multi-Vehicle Accident Injures 7 People on Malcolm X Blvd near Gates Ave

Brooklyn, NY (July 3, 2024) – A multi-vehicle accident happened in Brooklyn that left seven people with injuries. Police say that at around 1:30 p.m., one vehicle hit another near Malcolm X Boulevard and Gates Avenue. The wreck pushed the second vehicle into a MTA bus. Paramedics sent seven people to the hospital with injuries. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident. 

We hope for the full recovery of those with injuries.

New York Traffic Accidents

Brooklyn, NY - Multi-Vehicle Accident Injures 7 People on Malcolm X Blvd near Gates AveIn the United States, car accidents are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities. On average, about 7,500 Americans are injured in car crashes each day, and roughly 100 people die. Annually, around 3 million people suffer injuries from auto collisions, many severe enough to require emergency room visits and extensive, costly, and exhausting medical treatment. Alarmingly, most of these accidents are due to negligent driving.Negligent driving has always been an issue in the United States, but in the past decade, it has become the primary cause of car crashes. There are many ways a driver can be negligent, but the most common include speeding, fatigue, distraction, and intoxication. Among these, distracted driving is the most prevalent, causing over 400,000 accidents each year. Approximately 3,000 people die annually in crashes caused by negligent drivers, a fatality rate comparable to that of California, one of the largest states in the US.If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, you may be worried about how to recover financially from the incident and its resulting damages. A car crash attorney in Brooklyn can assist you in obtaining full and fair financial compensation for your losses, including lost wages, pain and suffering, medical bills, vehicle repairs, and more.Contact Metro Law as soon as possible to learn how we can help protect your legal rights and secure the compensation and justice you deserve after your crash. Call our office at 800-469-6476 to begin your path to financial recovery.