Queens, NY – Six Hurt in Crash on Long Island Expwy near Exit 17

Queens, NY (November 20, 2023) – Six individuals suffered injuries in a collision in Queens on the morning of Sunday, November 19. Emergency responders went to the scene at around 4:30 a.m. to render aid to the people involved. A vehicle was found with extreme damage at the crash scene located on the Long Island Expressway near Exit 17. 

Five people were taken to Elmhurst Hospital and one individual refused medical care. Two of those with injuries were said to be in critical condition after the crash. Police in Queens continue to investigate. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.

New York Traffic Accidents

Car accidents can end in severe juries for those involved. Sadly, hundreds of auto accidents occur per day throughout the state of New York. Throughout the US, approximately 17,000 traffic collisions are reported per day that injure around 7,500 people and take the lives of approximately 100 per day. Those who are hurt in auto collisions usually end up in the hospital where they may remain for days or even weeks. Extensive medical care like this can cost thousands of dollars, which can be hard to come by when you are unable to work. Crash victims may find themselves in difficult financial situations after their wrecks, which can be extremely overwhelming and stressful. Overall, being hurt in an accident of any kind can totally uproot your entire life. Getting help from a skilled attorney may be your best bet for a successful recovery.

In the United States, every year, more than 40,000 people end up losing their lives in auto collisions. People who are victimized in traffic accidents caused by negligent drivers are often able to pursue financial compensation when they work with car crash lawyers. 

At the law office of Metro Law, our skilled team of auto accident lawyers has decades of experience helping injured crash victims and their family members recover. We work hard to make sure that people who suffer injuries due to the actions of negligent drivers are able to get the financial compensation they need and deserve to pay for things such as: 

• Vehicle repairs
• Wage loss
• Medical bills
• Loss of earning capacity
• Emotional turmoil
• Pain
• Suffering
• Loss of life enjoyment

A car accident attorney in Queens is your best bet if you wish to be able to recover as soon as possible after your accident. Working with an experienced and skilled legal team can help you get the financial compensation you deserve in the aftermath of your accident. 

Our reputable New York personal injury attorneys at Metro Law are fully dedicated to helping crash victims and their loved ones get their lives back on track after they were derailed by the negligent actions of other drivers. You can call our law office by dialing (800) 469-6476 for a free consultation so we can get started on your case right away.