Staten Island, NY – Car Crash Results in Injuries on South Ave
Staten Island, NY (February 29, 2024) – On the afternoon of February 29, emergency responders were called to the scene of a car crash in Staten Island. Paramedics and police responded to the scene shortly after the collision occurred at around 3:23 p.m. At least one person was hurt in the accident that happened at 1379 South Avenue. They were treated by EMTs on-site and transported to the hospital for further care. Currently, however, their name has not been reported to the public. Responders stayed at the scene for an extended time period in an effort to clear the roadway and help those involved. Authorities in Staten Island are still working to figure out how the collision occurred.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim(s).
New York Traffic Wrecks
Car crashes happen in the state of New York all the time. Each year, over 300,000 traffic collisions are reported throughout the Empire State. In New York City specifically, over 100,000 auto collisions are reported per year. These wrecks sometimes only end in property damage, however, sometimes, people sustain serious or even deadly injuries in them. On average, around 40,000 people suffer injuries in traffic accidents in the state of New York annually. Sadly, approximately 250 individuals end up losing their lives per year in the city of New York.
Across the United States, approximately 6 million car crashes happen each year. Of these accidents, around 3 million people end up with injuries and approximately 40,000 individuals end up losing their lives every year. The majority of these wrecks are caused by distracted driving, intoxication, fatigue, and speeding. Driver negligence has become the main cause of the majority of traffic accidents reported in the United States, especially in the past decade. Negligent driving causes over 94% of the reported car accidents in the United States every year.
If you or someone you love were recently hurt in a traffic accident in New York, you may be able to gather financial compensation for the losses and damages you are facing at this time. Damages that may have resulted from your or your loved one’s recent accident like outstanding medical bills, vehicle repairs, wage loss, and more may be eligible for financial compensation when you work with a skilled and experienced personal injury lawyer. No one should have to pay for the damages that were wrongfully imposed upon them by the careless, reckless, or negligent actions of a negligent driver. An attorney can help you by thoroughly investigating your claim, negotiating a full and fair settlement from the insurance company, and more. Call the law office of Metro Law at (800) 469-6476. If you have been injured due to someone else’s actions, we are here to fight for your rights. Going broke due to the damages you have suffered is not an option if you know that a negligent driver caused your crash and you are hoping to collect financial compensation. We will do everything we can to help you during this difficult time.
