Queens, NY – Three-Car Accident with Injuries on Northern Blvd near 171st St

Queens, NY (December 21, 2022) – A car crash happened in Auburndale, Queens, on the morning of December 20. At approximately 7:44 a.m., emergency crews were dispatched to the scene of a crash on Northern Boulevard. 

Injuries were confirmed as a result of the three-car accident that took place at the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 171st Street. One vehicle overturned due to the crash, however, what caused the incident to take place remains under police investigation at this time. 

First responders treated those with injuries at the scene. Five people were transported to the hospital with injuries, though their identities have not been released. 

Delays in traffic were observed near the wreck site while emergency crews worked in the area. Authorities asked drivers commuting near 171st Street on Northern Boulevard to find alternate routes. 

Our thoughts are with everyone involved. 

New York Auto Accidents

In New York, hundreds of thousands of auto accidents are reported yearly. Sadly, a percentage of these wrecks end in injuries and death for those involved. In New York, New York City sees the majority of the auto accidents reported in the state. Throughout the US, each year, about 6 million individuals are hurt in auto accidents yearly. Each day, about 17,000 auto accidents are reported that injure approximately 7,500 people. Tens of thousands of people lose their lives in these wrecks per year. In fact, around 40,000 individuals are killed annually in car wrecks, which is equal to the number of people who are killed due to gun violence every year. 

When you or someone you love has sustained a severe injury in an auto accident, you may be dealt an array of difficulties in relation to your wreck. Painful injuries are, unfortunately, expensive and time-consuming. The entire situation could be causing you stress, depression, and anxiety.

All around, a situation of this nature could be keeping you from living a happy, productive life. Not only do you deserve this, but you, at the very least, deserve to be able to successfully recover from your injuries without having to worry about money. This is especially true if your crash was caused by another person’s negligent actions.

Negligent drivers are responsible for the majority of injurious and fatal accidents throughout New York and the entire United States. Currently, distracted driving is the most common type of negligent driving seen throughout the country. This is due to the use of handheld technology. The number of people who choose to text and drive, check their social media, and talk on the phone has skyrocketed in the past ten years.  

It can be painful and frustrating to sustain severe injuries due to the actions of another person. While you’re stuck recovering in the hospital, you are most likely unable to work and make a living, meaning you are missing out on much-needed paychecks while the medical bills continue to roll in.

Depending on the details of your wreck, you may be able to file a personal injury claim for financial compensation. If you are under the impression that a negligent driver caused your accident, you should call a personal injury lawyer in New Jersey. 

A car crash lawyer in Queens from Metro Law will be able to help you file a claim if you believe that your injuries were the result of another driver’s careless actions. Driver intoxication, distraction, and fatigue are all different dangerous forms of negligence that can lead to serious injuries or worse. 

You can call our law office at (800) 469-6476 to explore the legal options available to you.

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 have identified any false information in the story or would like the post to be 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 but hope that through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as 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.