Queens, NY – Accident with injuries on Corona Ave near Junction Blvd.

Queens, NY (July 1, 2024) – On July 1, a traffic accident with injuries occurred in Queens. The accident occurred at around 10:11 p.m. on Corona Avenue near Junction Boulevard. Shortly after 10:00 p.m., police, paramedics and firefighters were called to the scene. Seriously injured people were treated and taken to the hospital by ambulance. The intersection was closed while emergency responders provided assistance at the scene. Local police asked motorists commuting in the area to use alternative routes while the accident was at the scene.

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

Car accidents in New York

Car accidents are a constant occurrence in New York State. Over 300,000 traffic accidents are reported each year throughout the Empire State. In New York City in particular, over 100,000 car accidents are reported each year. These accidents sometimes result in only property damage, but sometimes people suffer serious or even fatal injuries. On average, around 40,000 people suffer injuries in traffic accidents each year in New York State. Unfortunately, around 250 people lose their lives each year in New York City.

About 6 million car accidents occur in the United States each year. About 3 million people suffer injuries in these accidents and about 40,000 people lose their lives each year. Most of these accidents are caused by distracted driving, drunk driving, fatigue, and speeding. Driver negligence has become the leading cause of most traffic accidents in the United States, especially in the last decade. Negligent driving causes over 94% of reported car accidents in the United States each year.

If you or someone you love was recently injured in a New York car accident, you may be able to receive financial compensation for the losses and damages you are currently facing. Damages that may have resulted from you or a loved one’s recent accident, such as outstanding medical bills, vehicle repairs, lost wages, and more, may be eligible for financial compensation when you work with a qualified and experienced personal injury attorney. No one should have to pay for the damages they were wrongfully imposed on by the careless, reckless, or negligent actions of a negligent driver. An attorney can help you by thoroughly investigating your claim, negotiating full and fair compensation with the insurance company, and more. Call the Metro Law Firm at (800) 469-6476. If you have been injured due to the actions of another person, we are here to fight for your rights. Going broke because of the damages you have suffered is not an option when you know that a negligent driver caused your accident and you are hoping to receive financial compensation. We will do everything we can to help you through this difficult time.