Hyde Park, NY – Three Hurt, One Killed in Wreck on S Quaker Ln near Honeywell Ln

Hyde Park, NY (May 17, 2024) – A fatal traffic accident happened in Hyde Park on Wednesday, May 15, at South Quaker Lane near Honeywell Lane. Four high schoolers were riding in the same car when the driver lost control, exited the roadway, and struck a utility pole. All four students were transported to local medical centers, where the driver was pronounced deceased. Police in Hyde Park continue to investigate the details of the incident.

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family, and we hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.

New York Car Wrecks

Thousands of individuals suffer injuries in traffic collisions in New York each year. These incidents occur under many circumstances, but negligent drivers often cause them. Across the nation, millions of traffic accidents happen each year. In fact, on average, more than 6 million accidents occur annually. Unfortunately, approximately 3 million individuals suffer injuries in these wrecks, the majority of which are avoidable.

Driver distraction is the leading cause of most auto collisions in the United States. Every year, over 400,000 collisions occur due to distracted driving, including drivers who are distracted by their phones, social media, phone calls, texting, or activities such as eating or grooming one’s hair. On average, more than 3,000 individuals die in these wrecks annually.

If you or a loved one was injured in an accident caused by a negligent driver, you need to be able to recover in multiple ways: mentally, physically, and financially. It’s crucial to talk to a skilled attorney in the aftermath of your crash to gather financial compensation for the damages you may be facing. Crash victims often face a long list of losses and damages 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.

If any of this sounds familiar, you should consider confiding in an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you file a 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 so you can get the funds needed to pay for your damages.

Working with an experienced and skilled car accident lawyer in Hyde Park after your accident can help ensure 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.