Pickup Truck Involved in Serious Injury Collision With Motorcyclist on the Staten Island Expressway
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK (June 26, 2025) – A 35-year-old man was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident on the Staten Island Expressway.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place on Thursday morning. A motorcyclist was heading down the roadway when they were hit by a pickup truck.
Paramedics were called to the scene to help the victim. He was taken to the hospital with critical injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
Liability for Staten Island Car Accidents
Motorcyclists lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are uniquely vulnerable in car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “Although motorcycles make up only 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, motorcyclists accounted for 15.5% of all traffic fatalities and 3.4% of all injuries in 2023.” Drivers should take several steps to avoid hitting motorcyclists.
- Drivers should maintain adequate separation from motorcyclists and other vehicles.
- Drivers should use their horn when necessary to alert other drivers of their presence.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.
All drivers must use caution to avoid colliding with other vehicles. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1180, no person shall operate a motor vehicle at a speed greater than would be reasonable or prudent given the prevailing conditions of the road. Accident victims should take certain measures to protect their rights if they are injured in a collision.
- Accident victims should collect all of their medical records.
- Accident victims should take photos of the accident site.
- Accident victims should seek the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney.
It can be hard to know what to do after any car accident. This is particularly true when victims sustain major injuries that may result in temporary or permanent disability. Any person injured in a New York City car accident may be able to recoup compensation for their injuries through a personal injury claim. An attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the motorcyclist injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the authorities. The number of serious collisions on the Staten Island Expressway in recent months remains deeply concerning.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a car accident on the Staten Island Expressway? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of motorcycle accident attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We are committed to helping victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
