Police Cruiser Involved In Huntington Station Car Accident With BMW at Lenox Road near East 17th Street
HUNTINGTON STATION, NEW YORK (November 30, 2019) – A police cruiser with a prisoner in the backseat was involved in a car accident with a BMW by Lenox Road near East 17th Street.
New York state police are saying that the accident took place around 11:30 p.m. For reasons that remain under investigation the police vehicle and the BMW collided.
Both the driver of the BMW and the prisoner were taken to the Huntington Hospital before being released. An investigation into the car accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Huntington Station Police Vehicle Accidents
Emergency vehicles in New York are allowed to perform a number of actions that would otherwise be illegal to civilian drivers. They can speed, run red lights and travel on the wrong side of the road. But they must be doing this in response to an actual emergency and have their lights and sirens on. But even when an emergency driver has their lights and sirens on they must not drive with a “reckless disregard” for the safety of others.
Any person that is injured in a car accident with a police vehicle may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. Most accident victims may not even realize the full extent of their injuries until several weeks or months later. A car accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Getting Help After A Huntington Station Police Vehicle Accident
If you or someone that you care about has been involved in a car accident with a police vehicle there are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any legal questions that you may have. We are committed to making sure that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have questions about the law or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You’re always welcome to reach out to us anytime at 212-471-5106.
