Massapequa, NY – One Injured in Accident on Southern State Pkwy near exit 32
Massapequa, NY (January 6, 2023) – A man from Nassau County was arrested Thursday night, January 5, after he collided with another vehicle and injured the driver due to driving while intoxicated.
On January 5, at around 10:30 p.m., the suspect crashed into the rear-end of a 2021 Toyota Tacoma near exit 32 on the Southern State Parkway. The crash forced the Toyota off the road and into a nearby tree on the shoulder.
The Toyota’s driver was transported to Nassau University Medical Center with a punctured lung and broken ribs. The driver at fault was arrested at the scene of the crash and charged with vehicular assault in the first degree.
Authorities in Massapequa are still investigating the details of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
New York Auto Accidents
Each year, more than 6 million car wrecks are reported in the United States. Over 3 million people sustain injuries in these collisions each year. More than a million car accidents that happen in the United States each year are the result of driver distraction. Other forms of driver negligence, like speeding and intoxication, are to blame for the majority of wrecks in New York.
When you are hurt in a collision caused by driver negligence, you may suffer more severe injuries than if you were hurt in another type of crash. A car accident lawyer in New York is your best bet if you wish to collect financial compensation for your losses. Contacting a lawyer is a smart move so you don’t get taken advantage of by the insurance company.
Over 300,000 car accidents are reported in New York per year. Of these accidents, countless people sustain injuries. Those injured in accidents often deal with a lot of problems in the aftermath of their accidents. Painful injuries can land a person in the hospital for a prolonged period of time, keeping them out of work and unable to make a living. If you cannot work while you have bills piling up, it can be a stressful situation. Luckily, there are options to help you move forward during this difficult time.
The Massapequa car accident attorneys at Metro Law have decades of experience helping those victimized in car accidents to get the justice and compensation they deserve. It is important to hold negligent drivers accountable in order to prevent them from causing accidents in the future.
Contact the law office of Metro Law at 800-469-6476 to be connected with a trusted attorney who can help you during this difficult time.
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.
