As police chase accident lawyers in New York City, the recent incident in Manhattan’s West Village, where a 44-year-old cyclist was seriously injured by a driver fleeing law enforcement, underscores the complex legal landscape surrounding police pursuits and the rights of those inadvertently harmed. Incident Overview On December 18, 2024,…
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Vigil and Ghost Bike Installation for Amanda Servedio Highlights Dangers of NYPD High-Speed Chases
Tonight, the family of Amanda Servedio, along with members of Bike and Brew, Families for Safe Streets, and Transportation Alternatives, will gather to honor Amanda’s memory with a vigil and ghost bike installation, followed by a memorial ride. Amanda, an avid cyclist and active Bike and Brew member, lost her…
Cyclist Killed by Driver Fleeing Police in Queens: Holding the NYPD Accountable
A tragic police chase in Astoria, Queens, on Tuesday night claimed the life of a cyclist when a driver, fleeing from NYPD officers, fatally struck her. The driver, who was attempting to evade arrest for burglary, was speeding along 34th Avenue before hitting the cyclist on 37th Avenue. This marks…
Tragic Bronx Bicycle Accident Claims Life of 66-Year-Old Cyclist: A Lawyer’s Perspective on Seeking Justice for Victims
A 66-year-old bicyclist was fatally struck by a pickup truck in the Bronx at the intersection of Westchester and Commonwealth Avenues on Saturday. Emergency Medical Services rushed the cyclist to Jacobi Medical Center, where he was tragically pronounced dead. The driver of the pickup, a 24-year-old man, remained at the…
Cyclist Killed by Unlicensed Drunk Driver in Brooklyn: A Legal Perspective on Bicycle Accidents
On Sunday morning, Luis Mendez, a 46-year-old cyclist, was struck and killed by a van driver on Union Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, identified as 40-year-old Can Homer, was allegedly operating the vehicle under the influence of alcohol and without a valid driver’s license. This devastating event highlights the serious…
Two Cyclists Injured in Separate Upper West Side Accidents: What Victims of Bike Accidents Can Do
Yesterday morning, the Upper West Side of Manhattan witnessed two disturbing incidents where cyclists were struck by vehicles within 20 minutes of each other. These accidents, which occurred at Broadway near 108th Street and Central Park West near 106th Street, highlight the constant dangers cyclists face on New York City…
NYC Bicycle Accident Lawyers: The Growing Crisis of Cyclist Deaths and the City’s Unmet Promises
Cyclist deaths in New York City have reached alarming levels, with 2023 marking the highest number of fatalities in 24 years. Despite Mayor Eric Adams’ promises to make the city safer for cyclists by building 300 miles of protected bike lanes during his first term, the city has only constructed…
Preventing Truck Accidents with Pedestrians and Cyclists: The NYC DOT’s New Delivery Microhubs Initiative
The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking a significant step towards making our streets safer and more efficient with the introduction of two new delivery microhubs beneath the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). These hubs, part of a broader plan to establish 20 such zones citywide, aim to transform…
Urgent Call for Action: Protecting Cyclists on Queens Streets
As personal injury lawyers serving the Queens community, we are deeply saddened and concerned by the recent tragedy that occurred on August 5, 2024. A cyclist was struck and killed by a truck driver at the intersection of 34th Street and 43rd Avenue in Sunnyside, Queens. This unfortunate event marks…
The Case for a Protected Bike Lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, NYC: Enhancing Safety for Residents and Businesses
As bicycle accident lawyers in New York City, we have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of unsafe cycling conditions on our streets. A recent data analysis on Bedford Avenue by Replica underscores the urgent need for a protected bike lane, which would not only enhance safety but also benefit the…