Brooklyn, NY – Pedestrian Accident at Flatbush Ave & Flatlands Ave

By Steven Miller
Senior Partner

Brooklyn, NY (March 27, 2021) – At 1 p.m. on Friday afternoon, March 27, a pedestrian accident took place at an intersection in Brooklyn.

According to officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Flatbush Avenue and Flatlands Avenue. At the time of the collision, a vehicle lost control and jumped over a curb at the intersection. The accident led to extensive damages.

Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene. Six people were injured as a result. Three suffered from severe injuries and the others were minor, though all of the victims were taken to the hospital. One person was identified as a pedestrian and the others were passengers.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for an extended period of time.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in New York 

Pedestrians are known for being some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads who are susceptible to some of the most extensive harm. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have no protection from harm in the event of an accident. Hundreds of pedestrians lose their lives and many others are severely injured as a result of accidents in New York each year. These accidents can impact your life in many ways, causing you both physical and financial harm. If you have been hurt in a collision that is not your fault, it is essential that you seek the help of an accident attorney.

The aftermath of a New York pedestrian accident can impact your life in a variety of ways. Some of the most severe injuries that result from these accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, and more. These injuries can impact your life in several ways, causing you to spend an extended period of time in the hospital and time away from the workplace. If you have suffered injuries as a pedestrian, you have the right to seek results. It is important that you seek the help of an accident attorney. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in pedestrian accidents at www.mmspersonalinjurylawyers.com.

Our attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano have assisted those injured in serious pedestrian accidents over the years. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling on physical, emotional, and financial levels after an accident that is not your fault. Our attorneys will assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for a wide array of aspects such as medical bills, lost income, therapy costs, surgeries, and more. Please contact a New York accident attorney that you can rely on at 516-484-4010.

Notes: Our writers use secondary sources when creating these accident news posts. These sources include police and fire accident reports, news stories and newspaper stories, and first-hand accounts from eyewitnesses to the accidents. For that reason, the details surrounding this accident have not been independently verified by our staff at Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. If you do find any information that is incorrect, contact our firm to have a correction made immediately. If you would prefer the post to be removed from our site, let us know and we will accommodate you as soon as possible. 

Disclaimers: The attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. have strived to build a solid reputation in the local business community throughout the decades. These posts are written to bring attention to the dangers related to serious accidents in our region and hope that everyone uses caution when operating a motor vehicle  The photos used in this post were not taken at the accident scene. The information in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.

About the Author
Steven Miller, Esq. is the founding member and Senior Partner in Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. Mr. Miller’s extensive career as a trial attorney spans five decades. He tries cases for the catastrophically injured victims of construction site accidents, motor vehicle and premises accidents caused by the negligence of others. Mr. Miller is a detail oriented, tenacious attorney committed to achieving the maximum results for his clients; he has obtained numerous seven figure verdicts and settlements.