Eduard Nikhman, 26, arrested after allegedly causing crash that killed bicyclist, injured 2 others at Avenue P and 12th Street in Brooklyn, New York
Police: Driver Charged After Bicyclist Struck And Killed In Brooklyn Crash
According to police, a silver Honda Accord was heading westbound on Avenue P when it went through a red light at the intersection, hitting a black Infinity that had a green light on East 12th Street.
Police said the crash caused the two vehicles to careen into a bicyclist, who was seen on surveillance video crossing the street just before the moment of impact.
Bicycle Accident Lawyers Discuss Tragic Brooklyn Crash
The witness spoke of construction updates and a new stoplight, and how these efforts to modernize the road had not sufficiently deterred speeders.
When negligent conduct like impaired driving leads to a fatality, survivors often seek compensation in the state’s civil courts.
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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