While any New York car accident is dangerous, chain-reaction collisions that involve multiple vehicles can lead to disaster, as the situation can quickly spiral out of control.  Fortunately, no one was killed in a Brooklyn car accident on Thursday, but seven people were sent to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries, and police are investigating the situation in hopes of defining what went wrong.  Early reports indicate that one driver may have been the cause of this crash.

According to police, the latest Brooklyn car accident occurred on Thursday at approximately 8:45 a.m. near the intersection of of Flatbush Avenue and Grand Army Plaza.  Witnesses gave accounts that included the speeding of a Ford Explorer SUV traveling down Flatbush Avenue and slamming into two vehicles.  As a result of the impact of the initial crash, the SUV became stuck between two other vehicles.  Seven people were sent to the hospital. 

New York Car Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our hope that those who were injured in this Brooklyn car accident are able to recover quickly from their injuries, and it's always a relief when a pile-up like this one does not lead to fatalities.  In addition, this crash 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.

Brooklyn Personal Injury Lawyers

While it could take some time to definitively sort out the facts relating to this scenario, it's possible that those who were injured in this crash could file New York personal injury lawsuits against the responsible driver.  If those lawsuits are filed and are successful, it could lead to damages awards that compensate plaintiffs for their medical costs, property damage, lost income and pain and suffering depending on the specific evidence offered.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a crash, seek the help of New York car accident lawyers who have been holding negligent and reckless drivers accountable for the harm they have caused for nearly 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.