Driving in the city is always a challenge, particularly when two vehicles approach an intersection at the same time.  The question of right-of-way is not only an important one, but failure by one of the drivers to adhere to it can lead to disaster.  Tragically, something went terribly wrong yesterday when a motorcyclist was killed in a New York motorcycle accident after he collided with a taxi cab.  Police are still investigating the incident, although early indications are that no criminality is suspected.

According to the authorities, this fatal New York motorcycle accident occurred yesterday at 2:10 p.m.  The collision occurred at the intersection of West 44th Street and 11th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen.  Few details were offered regarding what caused the crash, but the motorcycle apparently slammed into the driver's side of the taxi and people in the area attempted to help the badly injured man on the motorcycle.  Unfortunately, he died at a nearby hospital from his injuries.

New York Motorcycle Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man who was killed in this New York motorcycle accident.  Losing a life in such a random incident is always a tragedy.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding New York motorcycle accidents state-wide.  Every year, more than 5,500 of these crashes occur, leading to more than 4,700 injuries and to nearly 200 fatalities.

New York Wrongful Death Lawyers

Clearly, much more information would be necessary in order to be able to assign fault for this New York motorcycle accident.  The biggest question, as mentioned above, involves the issue of right-of-way and which motorist had it.  If it turns out that the taxi driver was at fault for the crash, it could lead to the filing of a New York wrongful death lawsuit by the family of the man who was killed.  A successful claim would result in an award of damages for the family's losses.

If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you need to seek the help of New York wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.