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Manhattan, NY (November 9, 2020) – Around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday night, November 8, a serious motorcycle accident took place in Manhattan.
According to the NYPD, the accident occurred at the intersection of West 116th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard. Police confirmed that a man and a woman were riding a motorcycle headed northbound on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard when a Volkswagen Jetta started to make a left turn.
The driver was not watching out for the motorcyclist, which was when the vehicle collided with the motorcycle. The man and woman were immediately ejected and suffered from severe injuries.
Paramedics were dispatched to assist at the scene of the accident. The two victims were taken to local hospitals in critical condition. Their current conditions are not yet known.
The 23-year-old driver of the Jetta was taken into custody by police on charges of driving while intoxicated. She has not yet been charged.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in New York
Out of every 100,000 registered motorcyclists in the state of New York, approximately 46 will lose their lives in fatal motorcycle accidents. In just one recent year’s time, it is estimated that 166 people lost their lives in New York motorcycle accidents due to the negligence of others. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down if you have been injured as a result of a motorcycle accident. Some of the most common injuries sustained in motorcycle collisions include road rash, TBIs, spinal cord injuries, and more. You have options after an accident that is not your fault.
New York car accidents involving motorcyclists can lead to serious harm for those involved. This is due to the fact that motorcyclists are some of the most at-risk parties on our roads, which means that they are likely to suffer some of the worst harm in the event of an accident. If you have suffered from a wide array of injuries and believe that another party is to blame, you have options moving forward. It is essential that you speak with a skilled accident attorney in your time of need.
Our New York accident attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano are here to assist you after a motorcycle accident that is not your fault. Our attorneys will diligently work to protect your rights after you have been harmed in a motorcycle accident that took place due to the outright negligence of another party. You have many rights under New York law and should be eligible for various types of compensation. If you have suffered from serious injuries and wonder where you can turn, please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in New York at 516-484-4010 for the help you deserve.
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