New York Police Department Investigating Bensonhurst, Brooklyn Scooter Accident
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (July 22, 2024) – Multiple people were injured in a Bensonhurst, Brooklyn collision at the intersection of 76th Street and 18th Avenue.
New York Police Department officials are saying that the collision took place around 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. An elderly driver hit a scooter rider and a pedestrian.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims. Multiple people were taken to the hospital, including the driver involved in the crash.
Liability for Brooklyn Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in pedestrian collisions every year in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Traffic-related pedestrian injuries are preventable but are increasing in the United States. In 2021, approximately 7,000 pedestrians died in motor vehicle crashes, representing a 40-year high.” Cities should consider a number of measures in order to prevent pedestrian collisions.
- Cities should ensure that crosswalks are well illuminated.
- Cities should create pedestrian islands.
- Cities should use traffic-calming measures such as speed bumps.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists, and domestic animals in the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Organ damage
- Spinal cord injuries
Many of the injuries associated with pedestrian accidents may not be immediately obvious. For example, many victims suffer psychological injuries, including PTSD. This may manifest through nightmares and anxiety. Any person who is injured in a pedestrian collision may be able to seek some measure of justice through a civil claim. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating Bensonhurst Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to the people injured in this Bensonhurst collision. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what took place. It is our sincere hope that city officials will consider measures to help make this intersection safer.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Bensonhurst car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of pedestrian accident attorneys is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are owed under the law. 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.
