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Cyclist Seriously Injured in Brooklyn Car Accident by Lafayette Avenue

E-Bike Rider in Critical Condition Following Crash With SUV By Lafayette Avenue and Bedford Avenue

Cyclist Seriously Injured in Brooklyn Car Accident by Lafayette Avenue

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (January 4, 2026) – A bicyclist was seriously injured in a Brooklyn collision near the intersection of Lafayette Avenue and Bedford Avenue.

New York City officials are saying that the collision took place on Monday. A cyclist was heading through the intersection when they were hit by an SUV.

Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim. He was transported to a local hospital to receive treatment.

The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene and cooperated with police. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

Liability for Brooklyn Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists lack the protection of those in enclosed vehicles and are much more likely to be seriously injured in a crash. According to the National Safety Council, “Bicycle-related deaths peak in the warmer months, starting in July, and they remain high through October. In 2023, the most deaths occurred in October, with 156 deaths and the fewest in February with 81 deaths.” Certain steps should be taken after any pedestrian accident.

  • Surveillance footage of the crash should be sought.
  • Victims should seek medical attention as early as possible.
  • Medical records related to injuries should be preserved.
  • Victims should seek the guidance of a bicycle accident attorney.

Drivers must maintain a safe speed and follow distance from all bicyclists. But in far too many situations, drivers will adopt unsafe habits that eventually lead to collisions. Accidents are particularly common at intersections. Any person injured in a bicycle accident may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.

Investigating Brooklyn Car Accidents

We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this crash. 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 pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help you. We are committed to helping victims get the medical and financial support that they need to recover. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.

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Jeff S. Korek is a New York trial lawyer and Senior Trial Partner at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C., where he has practiced since 1992. Over more than three decades of practice, Jeff has represented clients in complex personal injury and medical malpractice cases and has secured significant verdicts and settlements, including $10 million and $20 million recoveries in medical malpractice matters involving childbirth complications, as well as an $18 million settlement in Gardener v. City of New York.

Jeff has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America since 2006 and has received multiple “Lawyer of the Year” honors, including for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in New York City in 2016 and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in New York City in 2020. He has also been repeatedly selected to Super Lawyers, including the Top 100: New York – Metro list. With decades of experience handling complex cases, a strategic approach to litigation, and a strong commitment to clients, Jeff Korek has built a distinguished practice in New York personal injury and medical malpractice law.