Multiple People Injured In Tonawanda Collision After Driver Failed To Yield
TONAWANDA, NEW YORK (July 29, 2023) – Three people were injured in a Tonawanda car accident by the intersection of Broad Street and Seymour Street.
Tonawanda police officials are saying that the accident took place around 1:30 p.m. on Monday. A driver allegedly failed to yield when they were involved in a crash with another vehicle.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims. In all, three people were injured and required hospitalization.
A full investigation into the Tonawanda car crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Tonawanda Car Accidents
Many accidents are due to drivers that commit traffic infractions. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1172, the driver of any vehicle approaching a yield sign shall stop and only proceed when it is safe to do so. If a driver hits a vehicle after going past a yield sign without yielding, this may be considered prima facie evidence of their failure to yield. Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Car accidents can be one of the most difficult things that most people will go through. Accident victims may need to take time off of work and are often left with high medical bills. Any person that is injured due to the negligence of a driver may hav legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. A car accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A New York Car Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in Tonawanda car accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. 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 after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
