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The Tragic Loss of Thierno Balde: How a Bronx Car Accident Attorney Can Assist

The tragic story of Thierno Balde, a 24-year-old Guinean immigrant struck down in his prime by a hit-and-run driver in the Bronx, casts a somber light on the dangers cyclists face on New York City streets. As Thierno was returning home from morning prayers, his life was tragically cut short,…

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Delivery cyclist in critical condition after being doored in Brooklyn

As attorneys specializing in bicycle accidents, we would like to address the perilous issue of “dooring” accidents in  New York City. A recent tragedy in Brooklyn underscores the urgent need for awareness and preventive measures against this often-overlooked hazard. In Cypress Hills, a food delivery worker on a scooter experienced…

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Teen Critically Injured in Brooklyn E-Bike Accident Days Before Transportation Alternatives’ Rally for Cyclist Safety

A 19-year-old is in critical condition  after was struck by an SUV in Dyker Heights on Sunday.  This tragic event highlights the importance of understanding the legal implications surrounding bicycle accidents and the need for both cyclists and drivers to prioritize safety on our roads. Last Sunday afternoon, a 19-year-old…

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Cyclist killed in school bus accident in Brooklyn NYC

A school bus and a 44-year-old bicyclist were both traveling in the same direction along Fort Hamilton Parkway when the bus made a right turn onto 41st Street, resulting in the back of the bus striking the cyclist. Despite the immediate response of the bus driver, the bicyclist succumbed to…

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Teenage cyclist in critical condition after being struck by police vehicle in Long Island, NY

A tragic bicycle accident involving a collision with an emergency vehicle, has brought to light the critical danger that can arise when these vehicles are responding to emergencies. On Saturday evening, at the intersection of William Floyd Parkway and Adobe Drive In Shirley, Long Island, NY, a 13-year-old boy’s life…

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Cyclist critically injured by driver chased by police in downtown Manhattan

An innocent cyclist was critically injured as she found herself caught in the crossfire of a police chase in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, last week. As law enforcement pursued a fleeing suspect, the cyclist—a 54-year-old woman—became an unwitting casualty. Behind every statistic, every news headline, and every police chase is a…

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E-bike rider killed by hit-and-run driver in the Bronx

In the early hours of a Wednesday morning, a man on an electric bike was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in The Bronx. The impact of the collision led to severe head trauma, ultimately claiming the cyclist’s life. The streets of New York City have witnessed a tragic surge…

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The Danger of Police Chases in New York City: A Call for Safer Pursuits

Multiple pedestrians and a cyclist where injured in a multiple-collision crash caused by the driver of a stolen car who was trying to escape the police near Grand Central Station As car accident attorneys in New York City, we have witnessed numerous devastating cases resulting from reckless driving and accidents.…

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NYC Crash Fatalities Back to Pre-pandemic Numbers, Except for Cyclist Deaths at a Record High

When the total number of crash fatalities during the first semester of 2023 is lower than the previous years, one category of road users, the cyclists, had a record number of fatalities with 14 deaths. Pedestrian fatalities were lower than usual with 41 fatalities. The NYPD also recorded 31 driver…

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The Queens Boulevard Bike Lane Extension: Promoting Safety and Equity

Queens Boulevard in New York City has been historically notorious for its high number of fatal bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents. The thoroughfare gained the infamous nickname “Boulevard of Death” due to the significant risks it posed to cyclists and pedestrians. After almost a decade of planning, the New York…

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