Investigation Underway After One Person Died in Brooklyn Collision by Kings Highway and Avenue M
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (December 7, 2024) – A man has tragically died in a two-vehicle collision in Brooklyn by Kings Highway and Avenue M.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 9:45 p.m. on Friday. A Ford Focus hit a raised curb and became airborne.
That vehicle then collided with a Toyota Camry on Kings Highway. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help all of the victims.
Sadly, the driver of the Ford suffered major burns after being trapped in his vehicle. He was later pronounced dead at the scene.
Liability for Brooklyn Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the IIHS, “There were 42,514 deaths from motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2022. This corresponds to 12.8 deaths per 100,000 people and 1.33 deaths per 100 million miles traveled. The fatality rate per 100,000 people ranged from 4.8 in the District of Columbia and Rhode Island to 23.9 in Mississippi.” There are a number of common causes of car accidents.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
Depending on the facts of any case, a city could face liability for a collision if it was caused by a dangerous condition on public property. For example, a roadway may have lacked a guardrail that allowed a vehicle to crash into a fixed object at a high rate of speed. It is important that evidence is properly preserved after any collision.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- A thorough investigation should be conducted.
It can be difficult to know where to begin after a car accident. Victims are often left with serious injuries that can impact their ability to be gainfully employed. Many victims do not survive. The family of any person who died 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 the family of the person killed in this collision. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other tragedies like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a New York City car accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. 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.
