Bronx Car Accident Lawyer
ABronx car accident can result in serious injuries or even death. No one plans to be involved in a car accident, whether in the Bronx or anywhere else throughout the New York City Metropolitan area. Bronx car crashes, however, do occur all too frequently.
The Bronx
In 2010, there were 50 fatal crashes in the Bronx alone.
The Bronx is the northernmost borough of New York City. It has a land area of just 42 square miles. According to the 2010 Census, there were, 1,385,108 people living in Bronx County. The Bronx is the third-most-densely-populated county in the United States. This high population density contributes to the frequency of auto accidents.
Bronx auto accidents can take place on roadway such as, Fordham Road, Arthur Avenue, Grand Concourse, Gun Hill Road, Jerome Avenue, Webster Avenue, White Plains Road, East 161st Street, East 233rd Street, or the Cross Bronx Expressway.
Fatalities Associated with Motor Vehicle Accidents
According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles’ 2008 Summary of New York City Motor Vehicle Accidents, there were over 76,000 accidents involving a motor vehicle throughout New York City. Of these, over 50,000 accidents resulted in personal injury. There were also 278 reported fatal accidents involving a motor vehicle.
In 2010, there were 50 fatal crashes in the Bronx alone. Alcohol-impaired driving contributed to 36 death and speeding to 11 more fatalities. Twenty people were killed in intersection related accidents.
Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
When the driver of a car operates the vehicle in a careless or negligent manner, he or she may be held civilly liable for the injuries and damages caused. The negligent operation of a automobile may include the following:
- Alcohol Involvement
- Aggressive Driving
- Cell Phone Usage
- Driver Inattention
- Failure to Keep Right
- Following Too Closely
- Traffic Control Disregarded
- Unsafe Speed
- Unsafe Lane Change
New York City Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured in a Bronx car accident, we understand the difficulties you face. You are in pain, undergoing medical treatment and procedures. Medical expenses are piling up. You may be loosing wages, and facing other hardships. Insurance companies are contacting you, asking for information and sending you forms to fill out. You have questions and need answers.
These insurance companies are not on your side, and you are not in good hands. Their job is defeat your claim and deny your benefits as soon as possible. The best thing that you can do is to immediately call an experienced New York City personal injury lawyer before you talk to anyone from an insurance company.
We have over two decades of experience helping people hurt in New York City car accidents. We know the law and will ensure that your claim for no-fault benefits is timely filed so that you will obtain the benefits you are entitled to receive for medical expenses and lost income.
We will explain your legal rights and options, and will thoroughly investigate the cause of your Bronx car accident to hold all of the responsible parties accountable for the damages caused to you. We are here to assist you through every step of the process. We know how to protect your interests and aggressively and professional assert your claim to get you the maximum compensation you deserve.
Personal injury law is all we do. We know how to get results. We have obtained millions of dollars in compensation for our injured clients. We can help you too!
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Bronx car accident, we are here to fight for your rights. Call Mr. DiMartini directly at 1-855-428-7322. You can also contact us online. The consultation is free. There is never a fee unless we win your case!
