Staten Island, NY – Traffic Accident on Bay St Causes Injuries
Staten Island, NY (June 24, 2024) – A serious traffic collision took place in Staten Island on June 24. At approximately 1:40 p.m., the accident occurred in the 500 block of Bay Street. A two-vehicle crash occurred between a black sedan and an SUV. The SUV jumped the curb, and the black sedan sustained heavy front-end damage. Several emergency responders were observed working at the scene shortly after the accident took place. Those with injuries were treated and taken to the hospital for further care. Police in Staten Island continue to investigate the details of the accident.
Our thoughts are with those involved. We hope for their full recovery.
New York Traffic Accidents
Studies show that in the most recent year, there were over 371,000 car accidents in the state of New York. In October and November of 2022, there were over 50,000 vehicular collisions. Around 600 accidents happen every day in New York. Over 1,100 serious injuries and 100,000 minor injuries were reported last year. Over 1,100 deaths were also reported.
Most accidents that happen in New York are typically multi-vehicle crashes. While single-vehicle crashes do happen, the rate at which accidents that involve 2 or more vehicles is higher.
New York has a high number of accidents caused by drivers following cars too closely. Approximately 64% of accidents in New York take place at intersections or heavily congested areas with traffic. Drivers who are operating their vehicles at higher speeds are a very common risk factor in New York. Driving while impaired rates have also steadily increased over the most recent years, data shows. Unfortunately, the majority of auto accidents that happen in the state of New York and across the country are caused by the negligent actions of drivers. Driver negligence is a serious and dangerous problem that causes over 30,000 people to lose their lives each year in the United States. For example, more than 400,000 auto collisions are caused by the actions of distracted drivers each year, and approximately 100,000 happen because of drivers who are overly fatigued while behind the wheel. Sadly, more than 1,500 individuals end up losing their lives in these wrecks per year.
Those injured or killed in accidents caused by the actions of others may have legal options available to them or their families. Filing a personal injury claim could be your saving grace during this difficult time in your life. You may be eligible to collect financial compensation for a long list of damages ranging from medical care costs to emotional suffering and more. If you and your family have been involved in an auto accident in New York, you can benefit from the guidance and advice of an auto accident attorney.
Our attorneys at Metro Law want to help you receive compensation for the collision. You may also be able to recover property damage, lost wages, and other losses resulting from an accident through them.
The New York car accident attorneys are dedicated to protecting your family’s legal rights. Our clients receive guidance and advice at every stage of the legal process. Our firm’s mission is to help families make informed decisions about their legal situation. You can start the process of moving forward by calling Metro Law at 800-469-6476 today.
