Queens, NY – Injury Accident at 98th St & Astoria Blvd Intersection
Queens, NY (July 9, 2023) – Injuries were reported in a car accident that took place at an intersection in Queens on the morning of Sunday, July 9.
According to Queens Police, the accident happened around 10:37 a.m. at the intersection of 98th Street and Astoria Boulevard. Police confirmed that multiple vehicles were traveling in the area when they were involved in a collision at the intersection due to reasons that are not entirely known yet. The involved vehicles were badly damaged in the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. It is believed that several parties sustained injuries as a result of the collision. EMS crews were seen assisting those with injuries and took any injured parties to the hospital for further treatment.
The roadway was blocked at the intersection for some time after the accident. This led to delays until the scene was cleared.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues.
We want to offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the parties injured in this accident with hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in New York
With hundreds of thousands of miles of roads in New York, it is no surprise that car accidents happen every day in the state of New York. Car accidents happen virtually anywhere, but intersections are some of the most common places for collisions to occur. In one recent year’s time in the U.S., an estimated 2.5 million intersection accidents took place due to the reckless acts of others. If you have been hurt in a car accident at an intersection, it might not be easy to show who is at fault for your accident. It is important that you speak with an attorney that you can trust soon after your accident to help establish liability and pursue compensation from the at-fault party.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a traumatic time in your life, especially if you have sustained serious and painful injuries. Some of the most common injuries that stem from car accidents at intersections include the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Organ damage
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
These injuries land victims in the hospital for an extended period of time. On top of this, they could cause you to miss out on some of your favorite activities. You may wonder how you are supposed to get back on your feet after a car accident. Speaking with a Queens car accident attorney is in your best interests following a collision.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a daunting time, which is why our attorneys at The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. are here for you. We understand the ins and outs of New York accident laws and will stand by your side as you navigate the legal system. Our attorneys believe in helping you to gain the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Queens at (718) 606-4099 to find out how we can help you.
Notes: When writing these accident news pieces, our writers rely on secondary sources. These sources are comprised of police and fire accident reports, news reports, and newspaper articles, as well as first-person testimonies from accident witnesses. Because of this, our team at The Tadchiev Law Firm P.C. has not independently validated the information regarding this accident. Please get in touch with our company to have any inaccurate information corrected right away. Please let us know if you want the post to be taken down from our website, and we will do our best to comply.
Disclaimers: In order to prevent being engaged in a tragic accident, we wish to encourage the people in our neighborhood to drive slowly and with caution. This news article is not meant to be a solicitation for business. Any information offered shouldn’t be regarded as professional medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post wasn’t taken at the location of the collision.