Brooklyn — Williamsburg
Car Accident in Williamsburg?
Williamsburg is one of Brooklyn's most densely populated and rapidly growing neighborhoods. Its mix of industrial streets, nightlife corridors, and heavy cyclist traffic makes it one of the highest-risk areas in Brooklyn for motor vehicle accidents.
Accident Hotspots in Williamsburg
These are the intersections and roads in Williamsburg where crashes most commonly occur, based on NYC DOT crash data and NYPD reports.
- 1Bedford Ave & Metropolitan Ave — heavy pedestrian and cyclist crossing, L train foot traffic
- 2Broadway & Myrtle Ave — busy commercial intersection with frequent bus and delivery conflicts
- 3Kent Ave along the waterfront — high cyclist volume on protected lanes, delivery truck blind spots
- 4Marcy Ave & Broadway — near the JMZ subway station, complex intersection with high foot traffic
- 5Grand St & Havemeyer St — narrow residential blocks with poor sight lines
Common Accident Types in Williamsburg
Understanding the types of accidents that happen most frequently in your area can help you document what occurred and protect your rights.
Nearby Hospitals & Emergency Rooms
Seek medical attention immediately after any accident in Williamsburg — even if you feel fine. These hospitals are closest to your area:
- Woodhull Medical Center — 760 Broadway, Bedford-Stuyvesant (approx. 1 mile)
- Wyckoff Heights Medical Center — 374 Stockholm St, Bushwick
- NYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County — 451 Clarkson Ave (major trauma center)
Getting Your NYPD Accident Report
NYPD 90th Precinct serves Williamsburg. Report accidents at 211 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211 or call (718) 963-5312. You can also request your MV-104 accident report online through the NY DMV portal.
See full accident report guide →Statute of Limitations Reminder
You generally have 3 years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York. If a city bus, police vehicle, or government vehicle was involved, you may have as little as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. Do not wait.
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Sources & References
- NY DMV — Accident Reporting Requirements
- NY Insurance Law § 5102 — Definition of "Serious Injury"
- NY Insurance Law § 5103 — No-Fault Benefits
- NYC Vision Zero Initiative — NYC.gov
- NYPD Motor Vehicle Collisions — NYC Open Data
- NY Courts — Civil Court Help Center
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