Cold and snowy weather always tends to result in a high number of New York  car accidents, particularly when it's been several months since such weather appeared.  Perhaps the most dangerous time during this type of weather occurs when the temperature drops below the freezing point, as roads become extremely slippery for the first time.  Tragically, that appears to be what was happening when a massive, multi-vehicle Bronx car accident occurred over the weekend.  One person was killed and one remains in a coma.

According to the authorities, this multi-vehicle Bronx car accident occurred on Sunday at 5:45 a.m. on the Cross Bronx Expressway.  The woman who was killed was traveling with nine others in a large Chevrolet in an eastbound direction.  Suddenly, someone stopping to gawk at a crash in the other lanes caused a pile-up.  The man and the woman got out to check on that crash when they were suddenly hit by another vehicle approaching them.  They were knocked over the side of the railing and fell at least 75 feet onto a construction site below near Bruckner Boulevard and Brush Avenue.  No arrests have been made in response to this crash.

New York Car Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the woman who was killed.  We also hope that the man, who is the woman's brother, is able to survive the injuries he has suffered.  In addition, this Bronx car accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding New York car accidents.  Every year, more than 187,000 people are injured and more than 1,200 people are killed in these occurrences.

New York Serious Injury Lawyers

It seems clear that it could take some time to sort out exactly what occurred with this Bronx car accident.  It also seems clear that the family of the woman who was killed and the man who was badly injured could file New York personal injury lawsuits against those who are ultimately deemed to be at fault for this situation.  If such claims are filed and they're successful, they could lead to damages awards that compensate them for their losses.

If you or someone you love has been severely injured or worse, you need to seek the help of New York serious injury lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of families for 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.