Brooklyn, NY – Car crash with injuries on W 12th St

Brooklyn, NY (July 25, 2024) – Shortly after 6 p.m. on July 25, Brooklyn police received a report of a car crash with injuries. Emergency responders responded to the scene in the 1500 block of West 12th Street. At least one person was injured in the crash. The names of the injured have not yet been released. The street was closed for an extended period of time while police worked on the scene. Local motorists were asked to use alternate routes while emergency responders were on scene.

The police are continuing their investigation.

Car accidents in New York

Suffering injuries in a serious accident can be both frightening and overwhelming. Each year in the United States, over 3 million people are injured in car accidents caused by negligent drivers. These accidents claim the lives of tens of thousands of Americans annually and occur millions of times each year. Common causes include speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, and drunkenness. Distracted driving alone is responsible for hundreds of thousands of accidents each year, resulting in thousands of fatalities.

Tired drivers cause more than 100,000 accidents each year and about 11,000 people die each year due to speeding. Over 30% of annual traffic deaths in the United States are due to drunk driving.

If you or a loved one was injured in an accident caused by a negligent driver, you shouldn’t have to bear the financial burden alone. Legally, you may be entitled to file a tort claim to seek compensation for the damages and losses you suffered. An attorney can assist you through this process, especially if you believe the accident was caused by negligence. Financial compensation can help you focus on your physical and mental well-being, as well as that of your loved ones.

A Brooklyn Car Accident Lawyer can help you file a personal injury claim to receive fair compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, vehicle repairs, and intangible damages such as pain and suffering. We do not charge our clients any upfront or out-of-pocket fees, and we only get paid when you are able to receive full and fair financial compensation for your losses and damages. You should not have to pay for injuries and damages caused to you by the negligent actions of another person, which is why we are here to help you during this difficult time.

Call our experienced personal injury law firm at (800) 469-6476 to speak with an experienced attorney about your claim. We charge no upfront fees and only seek payment when you are fully compensated for your losses and damages. We believe that no one should have to pay for injuries caused by a negligent driver, and we are here to support you during this difficult time. Please contact our law firm to learn more about how we can help you recover.