Pickup Truck Jumped Curb and Hit Two Pedestrians In Hamilton Heights, Manhattan
HAMILTON HEIGHTS, NEW YORK (August 10, 2024) – Two pedestrians were injured in a Hamilton Heights car accident by West 148th Street and St. Nicholas Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 4:50 p.m. on Saturday. A pickup truck jumped the curb and hit two pedestrians before colliding with a parked UPS van.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the two victims. They were taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment for their injuries.
A full investigation into the Hamilton Heights collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For New York City Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in car accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Motor vehicle traffic death rates were stable from 1999 to 2006, declined on average by 8% each year from 2006 (14.5 per 100,000) to 2010 (10.7), and then increased from 2010 through 2019 (11.1).” There are a number of common causes of car accidents.
- Collisions are more likely when drivers are speeding.
- Many pedestrian collisions involve drivers who are intoxicated.
- Pedestrian collisions tend to occur when drivers make turns at intersections.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists, and domestic animals in the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down in order to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Organ damage
It can be hard to know where to begin after any pedestrian collision. Victims often need to take extensive periods of time away from work. They may also be left with high medical bills. Any person injured in a pedestrian accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating Hamilton Heights Pedestrian Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to the two people injured in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Hamilton Heights pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions you may have. 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.
