5 May 2023

By NY Local Accidents

In Accident News

Queens, NY (May 5, 2023) – Injuries were reported in a two-vehicle collision that took place on a major roadway in Queens on the evening of Thursday, May 4.

According to local officials, the accident happened around 6:30 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. Police confirmed that two vehicles were traveling in the area, identified as a black passenger vehicle and a white Mercedes passenger vehicle. The two vehicles collided with each other due to reasons that are not entirely known, leading to damages.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more parties sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured victims, who have not yet been identified, were hospitalized. Their conditions are not known at this time.

A large portion of the road was blocked in the area for some time after the accident. This led to delays until police cleared the scene.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.

We want to offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the parties who have been hurt in this accident. We hope that they receive a speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in New York 

Car accidents are a leading cause of hospitalizations throughout the state of New York every year. Unfortunately, these accidents are only growing on our roads due to the negligence of others. In just 2021 alone in New York City, it was reported that approximately 97,059 car accidents took place, with many of them leading to serious injuries. There are many reasons for serious car accidents on our roads in New York, such as the following:

  • Distracted driving
  • Drunk or drugged driving
  • Speeding
  • Fatigued driving

If you have been hurt in a car accident, speaking with an attorney is in your best interests.

The aftermath of a car accident can be a challenging thing to face. It is normal to be left with questions after a car accident, which is why you should speak with a Queens car accident lawyer as soon as possible. An attorney will be able to help you with many aspects of your claim, from gathering necessary evidence to helping you meet deadlines that are required of you. You have options after an accident and should speak with a Queens personal injury lawyer that you can rely on.

Our skilled attorneys at the Tadchiev Law Firm P.C. are here for you after you have been seriously injured in a car accident in New York. We understand the ins and outs of car accidents in New York and will provide you with many resources as you move forward with a claim. Our attorneys will assist you every step of the way as you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects. These include aspects like medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Please contact a car accident attorney in Queens at (718) 606-4099 for more information on how we can assist 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.