Bronx, NY – Car Accident on Hutchinson River Pkwy Near Orchard Beach

By Steven Miller
Senior Partner

Bronx, NY (October 16, 2021) – At 2:25 p.m. on the afternoon of Saturday, October 16, a car accident with injuries occurred in the Bronx.

According to officials, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of the Hutchinson River Parkway. Two or more vehicles were traveling in the area around Orchard Beach Road when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged as a result.

Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were seriously injured as a result of the accident. Their conditions are not known at this time.

The roadway was completely blocked in the area for an extended period of time as police cleared the scene.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in New York 

Car accidents continue to happen more commonly in New York than many other states in the U.S. These accidents can typically be prevented but continue to happen each year due to the outright recklessness of others. Car accidents affect hundreds of thousands of people every year, sending them to the hospital with both minor or severe injuries. Car accidents occur due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. It is not always easy to show that another party is to blame for your accident, which can leave you in a difficult position. This is why you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

The aftermath of a car accident can be an impactful time in your life. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a car accident that is not your fault. Having a Bronx car accident attorney on your side can help you move forward in your dire time of need. This is especially true if you have sustained serious injuries. These injuries include the following:

  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Organ damage
  • Broken bones

These injuries tend to land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time in the workplace. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you have a variety of options. It is crucial that you have the help of a Bronx personal injury attorney on your side to assist you.

Bronx Car Accident Attorneys 

The aftermath of a car accident can affect you in many ways. Because of this, our attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano are here to help you. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Our attorneys will help you work toward justice and compensation for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in the Bronx at (516) 945-9033 for more information on how we can help you at this time.

Notes: Our writers use secondary sources when creating these accident news posts. These sources include police and fire accident reports, news stories and newspaper stories, and first-hand accounts from eyewitnesses to the accidents. For that reason, the details surrounding this accident have not been independently verified by our staff at Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. If you do find any information that is incorrect, contact our firm to have a correction made immediately. If you would prefer the post to be removed from our site, let us know and we will accommodate you as soon as possible. 

Disclaimers: The attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. have strived to build a solid reputation in the local business community throughout the decades. These posts are written to bring attention to the dangers related to serious accidents in our region and hope that everyone uses caution when operating a motor vehicle. The photos used in this post were not taken at the accident scene. The information in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.

About the Author
Steven Miller, Esq. is the founding member and Senior Partner in Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. Mr. Miller’s extensive career as a trial attorney spans five decades. He tries cases for the catastrophically injured victims of construction site accidents, motor vehicle and premises accidents caused by the negligence of others. Mr. Miller is a detail oriented, tenacious attorney committed to achieving the maximum results for his clients; he has obtained numerous seven figure verdicts and settlements.