Southeast Car Accident Kills Bronx Woman
A 57-year-old Bronx woman was killed in a New York car crash that involved a vehicle crossing into oncoming traffic. According to The News Times, the fatal car accident occurred on Route 22 in southeast New York. The woman was killed when a 2009 Nissan crossed the centerline and struck the Honda in which she was a passenger. The driver of the Honda sustained serious leg injuries, a passenger in the Nissan suffered scalp and facial injuries and the driver of the Nissan sustained severe head and facial injuries. Police are investigating the New York car crash and as of yet, no charges have been filed.
According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, in 2009, there were 314,974 New York car accidents, which resulted in 1,148 fatalities and 186,034 injuries.
In cases where a New York car accident is caused by negligence or wrongdoing, families of deceased car accident victims can file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault parties. Typically, a wrongful death claim seeks compensation for medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of future income, loss of love and companionship and other related damages. While no amount of money can reimburse the tragic loss of a loved one, getting adequate compensation can help lessen the financial strain most families feel in the aftermath of suddenly losing a loved one.
The Bronx wrongful death attorneys of Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro help families receive the compensation they need following a tragic New York car accident. There is a statute of limitations on all wrongful death claims, so it is important you act quickly. We offer free consultations at 212-986-7353 to anyone that has lost a loved one in a New York car crash. Call us today to find out how we can help.
