Jamaica Motorcyclist Died In Middle Village, Queens Crash Near 69th Street and Eliot Avenue
QUEENS, NEW YORK (December 15, 2024) – A motorcyclist has tragically died in a Middle Village, Queens collision by 69th Street and Eliot Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 5:15 p.m. on Friday. A motorcyclist was hit by another vehicle at the intersection.
The driver of a KIA may have been turning when the crash took place. EMS were called to the scene in order to help the victim.
Despite life-saving measures, the motorcyclist was later pronounced dead. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Queens Car Accidents
Speeding remains one of the most common causes of car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “Speeding was a factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities in 2022, killing 12,151, or an average of over 33 people on a typical day. The total number of fatal motor-vehicle crashes attributable to speeding was 10,922.” Drivers should take a number of measures in order to avoid collisions.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Drivers should use their horn when necessary to alert others of their presence.
Drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting other vehicles. They must not travel at a speed greater than would be safe given the prevailing conditions of the road. Even driving the speed limit could be dangerous during certain periods. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a motorcyclist, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that certain steps are taken after any collision.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- An experienced personal injury attorney should be contacted.
It can be hard to know what to do after a car accident. Victims are often left with very critical injuries. They may also need to take extensive periods of time away from work. It is important that accident victims understand that they do have rights. The family of any person who died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist killed in the collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Middle Village, Queens motorcycle accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
