Investigation Underway After Motorcyclist Injured In Staten Island Collision By Mountainview Avenue and North Gannon Avenue
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK (August 31, 2024) – A motorcyclist was injured in a Staten Island collision near the intersection of Mountainview Avenue and North Gannon Avenue.
New York City police are saying that the collision took place around 6:20 p.m. on Sunday night. A motorcycle rider was struck from behind by a vehicle at the intersection.
The force of the collision caused the motorcyclist to be ejected. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim.
He was taken to Richmond University Medical Center in order to receive care. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Staten Island Car Accidents
Motorcyclists have a small profile and are more likely to be overlooked by other drivers. According to the National Safety Council, “Although motorcycles make up only 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.7% of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, motorcyclists accounted for 14.6% of all traffic fatalities and 3.5% of all injuries in 2022. A factor that directly influences motorcycle fatality trends is helmet use.” Drivers should take a number of measures in order to prevent collisions.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Drivers should be well rested before heading onto the road.
- Drivers should maintain a safe speed at all times.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting other vehicles. According to New York VAT § 1129(a), drivers must maintain a safe following distance with the vehicle ahead of them. When a driver rear-ends a vehicle in their own lane, they will usually be considered at fault. It is crucial that certain steps are taken after any motorcycle accident.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- A personal injury attorney should be contacted.
Motorcycle accidents are often preventable. In fact, it is estimated that 93% of all collisions involve some amount of human error. This may include speeding or drivers making unsafe turns. Any person that is injured in a motorcycle accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim. A motorcycle accident 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 Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to the motorcyclist injured in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. This was a preventable collision that should have never taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Staten Island motorcycle accident? 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 are always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
