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After Influencer’s Criminal Sentence in Ocean Parkway Crash, Our team of Brooklyn Car Accident Attorneys Focus on What Still Must Be Done for the Victims’ Family
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Brooklyn Supreme Court judge has sentenced the driver responsible for the devastating Ocean Parkway crash that killed a mother and two of her young children and severely injured a third one. But while the criminal case has concluded, the sentencing does nothing to address the ongoing needs, losses, and long-term impact faced by the victims’ family. For them, the legal work is far from over.
The Facts of the Crash
On March 29, 2025, 33-year-old Miriam Yarimi, a social media influencer known for her wig-making business, was driving her Audi A3 northbound on Ocean Parkway with a suspended license and a long record of dangerous driving — including:
Our NYC Car Accident Lawyers on Council Member Frank Morano’s Support for Universal Daylighting — And Why It Matters for Street Safety
New York City took an important step in the ongoing effort to reduce preventable crashes this week — and the momentum came from an unexpected place. At a recent City Hall rally, Republican Council Member Frank Morano, representing the car-heavy South Shore of Staten Island, delivered one of the strongest public statements in support of universal daylighting at intersections.
In a city where street safety is often framed as partisan, Morano made clear that protecting pedestrians and drivers is a shared interest:
“From my perspective this is not something that should be a partisan issue.
As the Days Get Shorter, the Risk Rises: What the “Dusk & Darkness” Campaign Means for Motorists, Pedestrians and Cyclists
With the end of daylight-saving time approaching and earlier evenings settling in, New York City has once again launched its annual Dusk & Darkness Campaign under the Vision Zero initiative. As experienced New York City car accident attorneys representing injured pedestrians, cyclists and motorists, we believe it’s crucial to remind everyone how these seasonal visibility changes can increase the risk of serious crashes — and what drivers must do to keep our streets safe.
Why This Time of Year Is So Dangerous
According to city officials, the fall evening commute is one of the most dangerous periods of the year for pedestrians. When daylight ends earlier, visibility drops sharply during rush hour — just as streets are at their busiest.
Hit-and-Run After a Traffic Stop in The Bronx: What Bicyclists Should Know
If you’re a bicyclist in New York City, one of the most alarming things you can hear about is a driver who flees after hitting a rider. That’s exactly what happened on Friday afternoon in the Parkchester section of the Bronx, at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road. According to the reporting:
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The driver slammed into a police car that was conducting a traffic stop, then hit a bicyclist, and then fled the scene. News 12 – Default+1
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Both the bicyclist and the officers are reported to be in stable condition as of Sunday night. News 12 – Default+1
More Witnesses Testify in Deadly July 4 rash Trial — What It Means for Victims and Their Legal Rights
On October 21, 2025, multiple witnesses testified in the bench trial of Daniel Hyden, the man accused of driving drunk and plowing into a crowd at Corlears Hook Park on the Lower East Side on July 4, 2024. The crash left four people dead — Lucille Pinkney, Herman Pinkney (her son), Emily Ruiz, and Ana Morel — and seven others injured.
As NYC car accident lawyers, we believe this case underscores several key points about liability, victim rights, and the types of evidence that matter most in catastrophic crash claims.
The Eyewitness and Video Evidence Are Critical
Queens Bus Collision on Sanford Avenue Raises Questions of Negligence and MTA Liability
More than a dozen people were injured Monday morning when two Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) buses collided on Sanford Avenue near Bowne Street in Flushing, according to police reports.
The incident occurred around 9 a.m. when one bus rear-ended another as both approached the intersection. Police said one driver and sixteen passengers were transported to nearby hospitals with minor injuries. Investigators stated that the crash does not appear to involve any criminal activity, though the cause remains under review.
Impact on Commuters and Bus Service Disruptions
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Critically Injured in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run on Ocean Parkway
An 11-year-old pedestrian was struck and critically injured Monday evening in Gravesend, Brooklyn, by the driver of a black Acura sedan who fled the scene, according to police reports. The hit-and-run occurred around 5:50 p.m. near Avenue V and Ocean Parkway, an intersection known for heavy pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Witnesses described a chaotic and heartbreaking scene.
“I heard the crash. I saw the boy laying flat on the street not moving,” said Renee Beyda, 60, who witnessed the impact. Debris from the crash also injured a 25-year-old man, who suffered leg injuries and was heard screaming in pain as bystanders rushed to help.
Both victims were transported by EMS to Maimonides Medical Center. The boy remains in critical condition, while the 25-year-old is reportedly in stable condition.
Our School Bus Accident Lawyers Examine Brooklyn Crash That Left Child in Critical Condition
School Bus Accident Lawyer: 4-Year-Old Critically Injured in Brooklyn Crash
A 4-year-old girl is fighting for her life after being struck by a school bus in Midwood, Brooklyn, on Monday afternoon. As school bus accident lawyers in New York City, we know how devastating these crashes can be for families and how often they raise complex legal questions about driver responsibility, school district oversight, and accountability.
Police reported that the child was crossing East Second Street near Avenue J around 3:56 p.m. when the school bus hit her just steps away from her home. Witnesses described the bus coming “barreling down the street” before striking her. Emergency responders rushed the girl to Maimonides Medical Center, where she remains in critical condition.
Fatal Pedestrian Crash in South Richmond Hill Raises Serious Legal Questions
A tragic crash in South Richmond Hill, Queens left one woman dead and another seriously injured on Saturday afternoon, underscoring both the dangers of reckless driving and the complex legal issues that arise in pedestrian accident cases.
What Happened at Van Wyck Service Road and Liberty Avenue
According to police, a Mercedes-Benz driven by a 65-year-old woman slammed into the rear of a Toyota Scion that had been stopped to make a left turn. The force of the impact pushed the Toyota forward into two women who were crossing the street.
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