Investigation Underway After Brooklyn Car Accident Seriously Injured Bicyclist On Evergreen Avenue
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (October 11, 2024) – A 26-year-old bicyclist was seriously injured in a Brooklyn car accident along Evergreen Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 2:45 a.m. on Saturday. A cyclist was heading down the road when he was hit by a black Toyota.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. He was rushed to Kings County Hospital with critical injuries.
A full investigation into the incident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Brooklyn Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the IIHS, “There were 42,514 deaths from motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2022. This corresponds to 12.8 deaths per 100,000 people and 1.33 deaths per 100 million miles traveled.” There are a number of common factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
All drivers must use caution in order to avoid hitting other vehicles. Many collisions are due to speeding. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists, and domestic animals in the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down and hits a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is crucial that evidence is properly preserved after any collision.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be collected.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
Bicycle accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to be the result of poor driving habits. Many victims are so seriously injured that they may need to take extensive periods of time away from work. It is important that accident victims understand that they do have rights. Any person injured in a bicycle accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to the bicyclist injured in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Brooklyn car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they deserve. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
