Brooklyn Car Accident Attorney

Dedicated Car Accident Lawyers in Brooklyn

If someone else’s negligence caused your traffic crash, you could be entitled to compensation for your physical, mental, and economic losses. Our Brooklyn personal injury lawyers will pursue those damages for you while you focus on rebuilding your life and receiving medical treatment.

A Brooklyn car accident lawyer from Oresky & Associates, PLLC will fight hard to protect your rights throughout the legal process. Our firm has been advocating for injured New Yorkers since 1992, so we know what challenges to anticipate and how to overcome them.

How Common Are Car Crashes in Brooklyn?

Statistics from the New York City Police Department (NYPD) indicate that car crashes are very common in Brooklyn. In a single week in January 2025:

• There were 160 collisions in Brooklyn North and 208 in Brooklyn South, for a total of 368 crashes throughout the borough.
• These accidents resulted in 197 injuries and one fatality.
• Even the smallest of these numbers — 160 accidents — is more than most other boroughs experienced that week, with only Queens North and Queens South seeing comparable figures.

Main Causes of Car Accidents in Brooklyn, NY

Negligence is a contributing factor in far too many collisions. Our Brooklyn car accident lawyers have assisted injury victims in suing drivers who:

• Failed to obey traffic laws, such as pedestrian laws, speed limits, or texting and driving laws
• Ignored traffic signs or signals, such as stop signs or yield signs
• Did not signal before changing lanes
• Failed to check their surroundings before pulling out of a parking space or lot

According to the NYPD data cited above, the most common reason for issuing a hazardous summons in Brooklyn North and South was disobeying signs, followed by running red lights and texting while driving.

What Are Some of the Most Dangerous Roads in Brooklyn?

NYPD data show that, in December 2024, more accidents occurred on the following roads than anywhere else in Brooklyn:

• Belt Parkway at Bay Parkway
• Belt Parkway at Pennsylvania Avenue
• The upper level of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
• Prospect Expressway at the Fort Hamilton Parkway
• The Brooklyn Bridge
• The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway at McGuinness/Humboldt

Intersections can also be dangerous, as multiple drivers moving in various directions converge in a single place. For instance, the intersection at Avenue Z and Ocean Parkway saw five accidents in December 2024.

We Handle All Types of Car Accident Cases

Collisions take many forms. Our car accident attorneys in Brooklyn are willing and able to handle many accidents types, including but not limited to:

Each of these collision types presents unique litigation complexities. With support from our legal team, you can avoid common obstacles and ensure your case proceeds as smoothly as possible.

Common Injuries After Car Accidents in Brooklyn

The nature and severity of your injuries will depend on factors like the size and speed of the involved vehicles, as well as the point of impact (e.g., whether you were hit in the side, the front, or the rear). Common injuries include:

While many car accident injuries are treatable, others result in catastrophic, permanent damage or even wrongful death. The accident itself and the injuries you sustained could also impact your mental health, leading to conditions like depression, insomnia, or anxiety.

Our Brooklyn legal team will use your medical records as evidence in your personal injury claim. These records, in addition to statements from your doctors and other medical experts, will show that the accident directly caused your injuries, proving that the at-fault driver owes you damages for both your treatment and your symptoms.

Deadline to File a Car Accident Claim in Brooklyn

You have a limited time to pursue damages after your crash. The time limit varies depending on who you are suing and why (e.g., personal injury versus wrongful death). Do not delay: tell the Brooklyn car accident attorneys at Oresky & Associates, PLLC about your collision right away. We are ready to go to work for you from the moment you call.

Damages We’ll Help You Recover After a Car Accident in Brooklyn

The legal representatives on our team will fight for damages for every loss connected with your auto accident. This includes non-economic losses like:

• Past and future pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Reduced quality of life
• Disability

You are also entitled to economic damages, such as:

• Loss of earnings and diminished earning capacity
• Out-of-pocket expenses
• Lost wages
• Lost job benefits, including union benefits, pensions, and health insurance
• Property damage to your vehicle

Those who lost a loved one and must file a wrongful death lawsuit are entitled to damages for their loved one’s pain and suffering and their own economic losses (e.g., funeral expenses).