Two People Seriously Injured In Fresh Meadows, Queens Car Accident By Peck Avenue and Utopia Parkway
QUEENS, NEW YORK (October 28, 2024) – Two people were seriously injured in a Fresh Meadows, Queens collision by Peck Avenue and Utopia Parkway.
New York City officials are saying that the incident took place around 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. A BMW was involved in a t-bone collision with a Lexus.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims. A 20-year-old man and a 72-year-old woman were seriously injured following the collision.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Queens Car Accidents
Speeding remains one of the leading causes of serious injury collisions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, “More than 12,000 people were killed in speed-related crashes in 2022. While drivers of all ages are represented in speeding-related crashes, data shows about 24% of drivers 18-44 involved in fatal crashes were speeding, and young men are the most likely to be speeding at the time of fatal crashes.” Speeding increases the likelihood of collisions in a number of ways.
- Drivers are more likely to lose control at higher rates of speed.
- Drivers have an increased likelihood of overreacting at higher speeds.
- Drivers have reduced reaction times at higher speeds.
Drivers must take reasonable measures in order to avoid collisions. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1180, no person shall drive their vehicle at a speed greater than what would be reasonable or safe given the prevailing conditions of the road. If any driver fails to slow down in order to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Organ damage
It can be hard to know where to begin after being involved in a collision. Many victims suffer life-altering injuries that can impact their ability to be gainfully employed. Victims may also be left with high medical bills. It is important that accident victims understand that they do have rights. Any person injured in a collision may be able to seek some measure of justice through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this collision. It is our science hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. Any person who may have more information about the crash should reach out to the NYPD.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Fresh Meadows car accident? 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 are entitled to 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.
