Brooklyn, NY (July 11, 2026) – Two people were injured early Saturday morning in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of 8th Avenue and 65th Street, on the edge of Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights neighborhood.
According to reports, the crash occurred at approximately 12:18 a.m. Firefighters and EMS crews responded to the intersection and transported two people to a local hospital. Their conditions were not disclosed, and the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation.
We hope both of those injured are able to make a full recovery.
Motorcycle Crashes Leave Riders With the Most Serious Injuries
Motorcyclists have almost no protection in a collision, and even a low-speed crash can cause fractures, road rash, head trauma, and spinal injuries. New York law also treats riders differently in one important way: motorcyclists are not covered by the state’s no-fault insurance system, which means a rider’s own medical bills are not automatically paid the way a car occupant’s would be. Instead, an injured rider generally must pursue the at-fault party directly – which makes building a strong case essential. Compensation in a successful claim falls into two broad categories:
- Economic Compensation: Covers measurable financial losses such as hospital bills, ongoing medical treatment, physical therapy, lost wages, and reduced future earning capacity.
- Non-Economic Compensation: Accounts for less tangible impacts like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Because insurers often try to blame the rider, working with an experienced NYC personal injury lawyer early can make the difference in documenting what actually happened and holding the right parties accountable.
Injured in a New York accident? The NYC personal injury lawyers at Keith D. Silverstein & Associates have recovered millions for injured New Yorkers. Call 212-385-1444 for a free consultation to explore your compensation options.
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