Islip, NY: Accident on Southern State Parkway Causes Injuries

Islip, NY (May 5, 2019) – Around 8:52 p.m. on May 4th, police arrived at the scene of a two-car accident on the Southern State Parkway that led to serious injuries to those involved.

An investigation revealed that a Honda with two occupants collided with a Toyota with two occupants. Both of the vehicles had been traveling westbound on the Parkway at the time.

The collision was so serious that the Honda overturned and slid on its roof before it came to a stop in another lane. The operator of the Honda was identified as 63-year-old Georgia Farley, who was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Police believe that he might have been impaired at the time. His passenger, 68-year-old Robert Dobbins, was also seriously injured and remains in critical condition at the hospital at this time.

The driver of the Toyota was also treated for injuries and the passenger was not injured. At this time, it has been confirmed that Farley was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Police continue their investigation into the accident at this time.

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We understand how horrific and devastating it can be to receive serious injuries in a car accident, which is why we would like to extend our sincere sympathies to those who have been injured with the hopes that they will be able to move forward at this time. Far too often, serious accidents take place in the blink of an eye due to the outright recklessness of negligent parties in New York. If you have been seriously injured due to the negligence of a drunk driver, you have a right to compensation and our New York accident attorneys are here to help.

Although it can be difficult to move forward after an accident, it is essential to seek the help of a legal advocate who can assist you when you have been injured at the hands of another party. We understand how challenging it is to face a wide variety of bills following an accident and how frantic you must be feeling to handle this on your own. Please reach out to us at Hach & Rose to find out what we can do for you at 212-779-0057.

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