Motorcycle Rider Hits Three Pedestrians After Collision With Vehicle In Queens
QUEENS, NEW YORK (November 10, 2024) – Three people were injured in a Queens motorcycle accident along 37th Avenue, according to the NYPD.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 5:34 p.m. on Monday. A driver in a 2023 Yamaha motorcycle was involved in a collision with a parked vehicle.
The driver lost control and collided with three pedestrians on the sidewalk. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For New York City Motorcycle Accidents
Pedestrians are uniquely vulnerable in collisions. They lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be overlooked. According to National Public Radio, “Pedestrian deaths have been climbing since 2010 because of unsafe infrastructure and the prevalence of SUVs, which tend to be more deadly for pedestrians than smaller cars, according to Martin.” Cities should take a number of actions in order to prevent pedestrian accidents.
- Cities should ensure that pedestrian crossings are well illuminated.
- Cities should install traffic-calming measures in streets known for speeding.
- Cities should study which intersections and roads are most likely to have collisions.
Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous sources of liability for a collision. This could include the person driving a vehicle. If a driver fails to slow down in order to avoid colliding with a car, this could form the basis of a civil claim. There could be several other sources of liability for a car accident.
- The company that made a vehicle could be held at fault if it malfunctioned.
- A city could be liable if a collision was caused by a dangerous condition on public property.
- Other drivers could be held at fault if they made unsafe maneuvers leading up to the crash.
Car accidents can be highly traumatic for all involved. Victims may be left with high medical bills. They may also need to take extensive periods of time away from work. Victims of pedestrian accidents are protected by a number of laws. They are able to seek some measure of justice through a civil claim. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating Queens Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Queens collision. It is our sincere hope that all of the victims will be able to make a full recovery. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Queens car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We are committed to helping accident victims get the support and justice 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.
