Hope, NY – One Child Killed, One Injured in Auto Collision on Hope Falls Rd

Hope, NY (December 13, 2022) – At around 8:33 a.m. on December 10, police were called to the scene of a serious auto accident on Hope Falls Road in Hope. A report was made concerning a one-vehicle collision that ended in injuries. 

The preliminary investigation showed that the vehicle was occupied by two adults and two children, both aged 5. The car left the roadway and hit a tree. The driver, age 25, and one five-year-old child were airlifted to Albany Medical Center with internal injuries.

A passenger, age 23, and a one-year-old child were taken to Nathan Littauer Hospital by ambulance. The one-year-old child lost her life a short time after arriving. The second child remains in critical condition. 

Both adults were reportedly in stable condition. 

State Police were assisted at the crash scene by LifeNet of New York, New York State Forest Rangers, Hope Volunteer Fire Department, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Northville Fire Department, Northampton Ambulance, Edinburg Volunteer Fire Company, and Greater Amsterdam Volunteer Ambulance Service. 

Authorities in Hope continue to investigate the details of the accident. 

We offer our sincere sympathies to the family of the deceased victim. We hope for the full recovery of the injured individuals. 

New York Auto Accidents

Car crashes can happen in the blink of an eye, but they can change the lives of those involved forever. Sustaining severe injuries in an auto accident can be a devastating experience. Even more devastating, however, is losing a loved one in a traffic accident. When we lose people we love, it may feel like our entire world has stopped. We are often unable to think past the loss or do anything but grieve. 

Fatal car accidents are especially difficult to deal with due to their unforeseen and sudden nature. Surviving family members of deceased crash victims are often blindsided by the passing of their loved ones. If you have recently lost a loved one in an auto accident, this may all sound too familiar to you. It is important to determine how your loved one’s accident occurred in case you may be eligible for financial compensation for the damages that resulted from their accident. It is obvious that right now is not a time to think about money, however, car accidents often end in insurmountable expenses that are difficult to tackle. 

A car crash lawyer can help you figure out how your loved one’s accident happened and whether you qualify for financial compensation. If you are aware that your loved one was killed in an accident that was caused by a negligent driver, you will most likely qualify for financial compensation for funeral costs, medical bills, lost wages, emotional turmoil, loss of life enjoyment, and more, depending on the circumstances and severity of the accident. 

A wrongful death attorney in Hope can help you get the money you need to pay for all of the costs related to the death of your loved one. Call Metro Law as soon as you can at (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you. Our firm fights diligently on behalf of our clients and works tirelessly to ensure that your legal rights are protected. 

Notes: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified. If you identify any false information in the story or want the post removed, please inform us immediately, and we will correct the information or remove the post. 

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Metro Law strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents. We hope awareness of these dangers allows our community to take precautions and avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business. This information is not medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident. The photos depicted in this post are not from the actual accident scene.