James Gregg, 33, killed in bicycle collision with commercial truck on Sterling Place and 6th Avenue in Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York
[UPDATE] Cyclist Killed By 18-Wheel Truck Driver In Park Slope
The crash occurred just before 8 a.m. at the intersection of Sterling Place and 6th Avenue, neither of which are truck routes. Neighbors at the scene said that truck traffic on 6th Avenue has gotten much worse since the Atlantic Yards development. The NYPD's 78th precinct hasn't issued any tickets for truck route violations to date this year.
After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.
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