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Pedestrian killed in Huntington Station crash near Totten Avenue

A male pedestrian died in a car crash at Huntington Station along the East Jericho Turnpike off Totten Avenue

HUNTINGTON STATION, NY (December 31, 2022) – A pedestrian has tragically died in a car crash off Huntington Station on the East Jericho Turnpike off Totten Avenue.

Huntington Station officials say the collision occurred around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday. A man was walking when he was hit by a Honda and then an SUV.

Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim. Unfortunately, the male pedestrian died due to the serious nature of his injuries.

A full investigation is currently ongoing.

Liability for pedestrian accidents at Huntington Station

Pedestrians are particularly at risk in car accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “In 2020, more than 7,000 pedestrians were killed on our nation’s roads in accidents involving a motor vehicle. That equates to about one death every 75 minutes.1 One in six people who died in accidents in 2020 was a pedestrian. ” There are many common causes of car accidents.

  • acceleration
  • Distracted driving
  • Bad weather
  • Bad road conditions

The family of a person killed in a car accident may be able to obtain some measure of justice through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the costs that come with the sudden loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, drivers will often fight hard to deny responsibility for a collision. A wrongful death attorney can review the unique facts of your case and advise you of your legal options.

Investigating a pedestrian accident in New York

Need more information about an accident at Huntington Station? Our team of personal injury attorneys are available to answer any questions you may have. It is very important to us that accident victims are aware of their rights and that these rights are protected. You can always reach us at (516) 908-9792.

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