White Honda Involved In Yonkers Crash Was Traveling Northbound Before Losing Control
YONKERS, NEW YORK (June 15, 2023) – One person has tragically died in a Yonkers car accident on North Broadway, according to the New York State Police.
Yonkers police officials are saying that the accident took place around 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. The driver of a White Honda lost control and crashed into a home.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help the victim. Sadly, the pedestrian died due to the severe nature of their injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Yonkers Pedestrian Accidents
Drivers are much more likely to lose control of their vehicle if they are speeding. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, “For more than two decades, speeding has been involved in approximately one-third of all motor vehicle fatalities. In 2019, speeding was a contributing factor in 26% of all traffic fatalities.” There are many situations where a driver may need to operate their vehicle below the speed limit.
- Heavy rain
- Heavy fog
- Sharp curves in the roadway
- At night
All drivers have an obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code § 1180, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than would be safe and reasonable given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. When a driver fails to slow down and kills a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim.
Investigating New York Pedestrian Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian that died in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Yonkers pedestrian accident? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. 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.
