Queens, NY – Two Injured in Four-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expy
Queens, NY (February 15, 2023) – Two people were injured in a four-vehicle collision that took place on a Queens highway on the morning of Wednesday, February 15.
According to Queens officials, the accident was reported around 7:50 a.m. at the intersection of Long Island Expressway and Maurice Avenue. Police confirmed that four vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction collision that took place due to reasons that are not entirely known. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged in the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. Two people sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured parties were hospitalized, though their conditions are not yet known.
One westbound lane of traffic was blocked at the intersection for some time following the collision. This led to delays in the area.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the parties injured in this accident. We hope that they receive a speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in New York
Even when you are the most careful driver behind the wheel, a car accident could take place in the blink of an eye due to another party’s negligence. In one recent year, statistics showed that over 371,368 car accidents happened throughout the state of New York. You can’t control what happens behind the wheel of another person’s car, which means that a car accident could happen within seconds and turn your life upside-down. Being hurt in a car accident can affect many aspects of your life and lead to a long road to recovery. As an injured victim, you should speak with an attorney you can trust.
An unexpected car accident might be one of the most terrifying things that you have ever experienced. It can take a long time to recover after an accident, leaving you to feel alone and confused about your options. As you struggle to overcome the physical injuries and emotional turmoil of a car accident, you may be left with a wide array of questions that you cannot answer on your own. These include some of the following:
- What evidence do you need to prove that another party is to blame for your accident?
- What deadlines will you be required to meet in your claim?
- Will your claim be settled, or will it make it all the way to trial?
These are questions that can be answered as soon as you speak with a Queens car accident attorney.
At The Tadchiev Law Firm P.C., we have years of combined experience handling accident claims. Our attorneys will successfully work to help you navigate the legal system and work toward results in your case. We will ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects, such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and so much more. Please contact a car accident attorney in Queens at (718) 606-4099 for more information on how we can assist you during these difficult times.
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.