Staten Island, NY – Traffic accident on Bay Street causes injuries

Staten Island, NY (June 24, 2024) – On June 24, a serious traffic accident occurred in Staten Island. At approximately 1:40 p.m., the accident occurred in the 500 block of Bay Street. A collision occurred between two vehicles, a black sedan and an SUV. The SUV jumped the curb and the black sedan sustained severe front-end damage. Several emergency responders were observed at the scene shortly after the accident. The injured were treated and taken to the hospital for further treatment. Staten Island Police are continuing to investigate the details of the accident.

Our thoughts are with those affected. We hope for their full recovery.

Traffic accidents in New York

Studies show that there were over 371,000 car accidents in New York State last year. In October and November 2022, there were over 50,000 vehicle collisions. About 600 accidents occur in New York every day. Last year, over 1,100 serious injuries and 100,000 minor injuries were reported. In addition, over 1,100 deaths were reported.

Most accidents in New York are typically multi-vehicle accidents. While single-vehicle accidents do occur, the frequency of accidents involving two or more vehicles is higher.

Accidents caused by drivers following too closely are common in New York. About 64% of accidents in New York occur at intersections or in high traffic areas. Drivers driving their vehicles at high speeds is a very common risk factor in New York. Data shows that the number of drivers driving under the influence of alcohol has also been steadily increasing in recent years. Unfortunately, the majority of car accidents in New York State and across the country are caused by driver negligence. Driver negligence is a serious and dangerous problem that claims over 30,000 lives in the United States each year. For example, over 400,000 car accidents are caused by inattentive drivers each year, and about 100,000 occur because drivers are fatigued behind the wheel. Unfortunately, over 1,500 people lose their lives in these accidents each year.

People who have been injured or killed in accidents caused by the actions of others, or their families, may have legal options available to them. Filing a personal injury claim could be your saving grace during this difficult time in your life. You may be entitled to financial compensation for a long list of damages ranging from medical treatment costs to emotional suffering and more. If you and your family have been involved in a car accident in New York, you may benefit from the advice and counsel of a car accident attorney.

Our attorneys at Metro Law want to help you get compensation for the accident. They may also help you recover property damage, lost wages, and other losses resulting from an accident.

The Car Accident Lawyers in New York are committed to protecting your family’s legal rights. Our clients receive advice and assistance at every stage of the legal process. Our firm’s mission is to help families make informed decisions about their legal situation. You can start the process by calling Metro Law today at 800-469-6476.