New York Police Department Investigating Fatal Flushing, Queens Scooter Accident By College Point Boulevard and Blossom Avenue
QUEENS, NEW YORK (September 28, 2024) – A woman has tragically died in a Flushing, Queens car accident near the intersection of College Point and Blossom Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday. An SUV driver made a left turn into the path of a 61-year-old woman on a scooter.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. Despite life-saving measures, she later died due to the severe nature of her injuries.
Liability For New York City Scooter Accidents
Scooters have become increasingly popular in New York City. But this has come with a sharp rise in scooter accidents. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, “As e-scooters, hoverboards and e-bikes become more popular for personal transportation and leisure activities, emergency departments are treating an increase in injuries nationwide. […] CPSC is also aware of 233 deaths associated with micromobility devices from 2017 through 2022, although reporting is ongoing and incomplete.” There are a number of factors that could contribute to a scooter accident.
- Scooter accidents tend to occur at intersections.
- Dimly lit roadways could contribute to a collision.
- A large number of fatal pedestrian accidents and scooter collisions involve intoxicated drivers.
All drivers have a duty of care to other drivers and pedestrians and must avoid collisions. 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 hitting a scooter rider, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of scooter accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Scooter riders have a naturally small profile and are more likely to be overlooked. This is why it is so important for scooter riders to wear helmets and reflective clothing if possible. The family of any person who died in a scooter accident may have legal recourse 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 Flushing Scooter Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman killed in this Flushing scooter accident. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD. This was a preventable tragedy that should have never taken place.
Do you need more information about a Flushing scooter accident? Our team of scooter accident attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that victims of scooter accidents are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held to account for their actions. 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.
