Brooklyn, NY – Two-Car Wreck with Injuries on Bay Pkwy near 81st St

Brooklyn, NY (March 15, 2024) – A car crash happened in Brooklyn on the evening of March 15 that resulted in injuries. At approximately 4:20 p.m., two vehicles collided on the Bay Parkway near 81st Street. One of the vehicles flipped onto its roof and had its airbags deployed at the scene, according to reports. One or more people were injured in the accident, however, the extent of their injuries has not been reported at this time. Emergency responders worked at the scene for an extended period, causing substantial traffic delays in the area. 

Police are still working to investigate the details of the accident. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims as we hope for their full recovery.

New York Car Crashes

Thousands of people are injured in New York car crashes per year. These incidents happen under many different circumstances, however, most often, they are caused by driver negligence. Throughout the country, millions of car wrecks are reported per year. In fact, on average, over 6 million wrecks take place annually. Sadly, around 3 million people are hurt in these accidents, and, most of them are preventable. 

In the United States, at this point in time, the most common reason auto accidents happen is driver distraction. Each year, more than 400,000 crashes happen due to the actions of drivers who are distracted by their smartphones, social media, phone calls, texting, or something else like grooming or eating. On average, over 3,000 people end up losing their lives in these accidents. 

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by the actions of a negligent driver, you deserve to be able to recover in every way possible, including mentally, physically, and financially. You must speak with a skilled attorney in the aftermath of your crash if you wish to be able to gather financial compensation for the damages you may be facing. Crash victims often face a long list of losses and damages that are brought on by their accidents and the injuries that follow, including: 

• Lost wages
• Vehicle repairs
• Medical bills
• Emotional turmoil
• Pain
• Suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of life enjoyment
• Etc

Suppose any of this sounds familiar to you, after your recent traffic accident. In that case, you should confide in a skilled personal injury attorney who can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation. A lawyer will thoroughly investigate your crash and determine how to hold any/all negligent parties responsible for their part in causing your crash and injuries. They will also aggressively negotiate a full and fair settlement from the insurance company for you so you can get the funds you need to pay for your damages.

Working with an experienced and skilled car accident lawyer in Brooklyn after your accident can help ensure that you have the best chance of getting justice. Call the law office of Metro Law today at 800-469-6476 to get started on your case. Our lawyers have been helping crash victims and their loved ones recover for decades, and know what needs to be done to help you exercise and protect your legal rights toward justice and financial compensation.