Woman Dies in Collision with Fire Truck
In a tragic example of the dangers of our city’s highways, a 27-year old Queens woman was killed in a NY Auto Accident on Saturday, April 19th when the car she was driving and a fire engine collided at an intersection in South Jamaica, according to an article published in the New York Times.
The accident took place during daylight hours, at approximately 9:45a.m. and the woman was driving a 1995 Nissan southbound on 155th St. The fire engine was traveling westbound on 111th Ave. with its lights and sirens on as it responded to a fire, according to police. Five firefighters were taken to the hospital after the collision with serious but not life-threatening injuries.
Every New York Car Accident has unique circumstances. In this instance, the parties involved in the crash add to the prospects of possible liability. The questions an attorney asks in instances where a municipal vehicle is involved in an accident differ from those they would ask if it were two civilian autos that were involved. Only an experienced NY Auto Accident attorney, like the ones at Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro have the experience to analyze the facts of the accident and ask the proper questions about cause and liability.
Our firm has extensive experience in handling all types of New York motor vehicle accidents. We promptly and thoroughly investigate each case to assess liability and determine fault. We work with experienced investigators to obtain photographs, witness statements and other necessary investigation. Our attorneys have an excellent understanding of the intricacies of New York's No-Fault Law as well as Underinsurance and Uninsured Motorist Coverage issues. Regardless of who was at fault in the accident, victims should seek the counsel of an experienced New York Auto Accident Attorney or New York Car Accident Lawyer to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost, and witnesses may become hard to find.
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