Several Cars Involved In Car Accident That Downed Power Line In Hollis, Queens By 11th Avenue and Francis Lewis Boulevard
QUEENS, NEW YORK (September 24, 2024) – Several people were injured after multiple cars collided with Hollis, Queens by 111th Avenue and Francis Lewis Boulevard.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. At least three vehicles collided in the intersection, and one knocked down a power line.
One of the vehicles also went into a house and someone’s bedroom. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims. Two people were taken to the hospital.
A full investigation into the Hollis, Queens collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Queens Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, “2022 marks the first decrease in deaths since 2019. Deaths decreased 2% in 2022 following an 11% increase in 2021 and an 8% increase in 2020. In 2022, 46,027 people died in motor-vehicle crashes compared to 46,980 in 2021 and 42,338 in 2020.” Drivers should take a number of measures in order to avoid collisions.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.
- Drivers should use their horns to alert others of their presence when necessary.
All drivers must take reasonable measures to ensure that they do not cause collisions. This is particularly true when drivers make turns. Any driver intending to make a left turn in the roadway must first yield the right of way to all oncoming traffic that is close enough to pose a hazard. If a driver makes an unsafe turn in front of another vehicle, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is crucial that certain steps are taken after any car accident.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- An experienced car accident attorney should be contacted.
Car accidents can have far reaching implications for a person’s life. Many victims are left with high medical bills and limited mobility. This can impact their ability to keep their jobs. Indeed, some people are so seriously injured that they are never able to return to work. Any person injured in a car accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Hollis collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. This was a preventable collision that should not have taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Hollis car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We are committed to getting accident victims the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
