Several Vehicles Involved In Baldwin, Long Island Car Accident That Left Five People Injured
BALDWIN, NEW YORK (August 24, 2025) – At least five people were injured in a Baldwin, Long Island car accident near the intersection of Stratford Avenue and Grand Avenue.
Long Island police officials are saying that the collision took place on Monday night. Multiple vehicles were involved in a collision for undetermined reasons.
One witness said that he saw a vehicle become airborne as a result of the collision. The roadway was scattered with debris as crew work to clean up the scene.
Paramedics were also called to the scene of the collision to help all of the victims. In total, at least five people were injured. A full investigation into the Baldwin car accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Long Island Car Accidents
Driving at excessive speeds remains one of the leading causes of motor vehicle collisions in the United States. According to the NHTSA, “For more than two decades, speeding has been involved in approximately one-third of all motor vehicle fatalities. In 2023, speeding was a contributing factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities.” Speeding can contribute to collisions in a number of ways.
- Drivers are more likely to lose control of their vehicle at higher speeds.
- Drivers are more likely to fail to see hazards in the road at higher speeds.
- Drivers are more likely to roll over at higher speeds.
Every driver in New York has a legal duty to operate their vehicle with care to avoid collisions. They must continuously scan the road ahead of them and slow down when necessary to avoid colliding with any pedestrian or vehicle. If a driver fails to operate their vehicle with the care of necessary to avoid a collision, they could be held legally responsible through a civil claim. Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Organ damage
Being injured in a car accident can be very traumatic. Victims are often left with high medical bills and may need to take extensive periods of time away from work. Survivors may have reduced function in their arms, legs, or back. It is important for victims to realize that they do have legal actions. They are able to seek some measure of accountability for a civil claim.
Investigating Long Island Car Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Baldwin, Long Island. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the authorities. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Baldwin car accident? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our New York car accident attorneys are here for you. We are committed to helping accident victims get justice. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here to help. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
