Three Babies Among Those Injured in Brooklyn Multi-Vehicle Collision
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (February 25, 2025) – Fifteen people were injured in a Brooklyn multi-vehicle collision that left several cars completely mangled.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 12:30 PM on Monday. Several vehicles collided at the intersection of Ocean Parkway and Avenue V.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help all of the victims. A total of six vehicles were involved in the crash.
Among the 15 injured were three babies. Four adults were taken to the Lutheran Medical Center. The three babies were taken to Maimonides Medical Center.
Liability for New York City Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, “Between 1913 and 2022 motor-vehicle deaths per 10,000 registered vehicles decreased 95%, from 33 to 1.50, respectively. In 1913, only 1.3 million vehicles were registered, and 4,200 people died on the road.” There are a number of factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
Drivers have a legal obligation to take reasonable steps in order to avoid causing accidents. This includes scanning the road ahead of them for potential hazards. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that rear-ends another vehicle in their own lane of traffic. It is important that certain steps are taken after any car accident.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- A police report should be created.
- An experienced car accident attorney should be contacted.
Car accidents are often one of the most difficult events that many people will ever go through. They can leave victims with lasting injuries. These injuries can be particularly traumatic for children and impact them for the rest of their lives. It is essential that accident victims understand that they do have legal options if they’ve been injured due to the negligence of another driver. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this collision. It is our sincere hope that they are able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Brooklyn car accident? Our team of car accident attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance, we are here for you. You can contact us at (516) 908-9792.
