Personal Injury

90-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured After Falling Down a Sewer on Long Island

Long Island, NY – A 90-year-old man was seriously injured after falling 10 feet down a storm drain outside his residence at 201 Medea Way at around 1:00 p.m. on January 2. Allegedly, the sewer grate gave way when the elderly man stepped on it in Central Islip. Rescue efforts took about 45 minutes to remove the man groaning for help in the sewer. He was transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

Accidents are unexpected circumstances that could lead to devastating and traumatic effects in the victim’s life. If you or a family member have been injured in any type of accident in NYC, it is essential that you explore your legal options with the guidance of a personal injury lawyer. At Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, PC, you are assured of an advocate who will fight for you. Enjoy free consultation by calling 1-877-ASK4SAM or send an email here.

This post is intended to provide helpful information to improve the safety of those who live and work in the NYC area. We hope that it will help our readers avoid injury accidents and know what to do if they’ve been involved in one themselves. At Ask4SAM, sole goal is to help those who have been injured in an accident in one of the boroughs of New York City. Information in this post should not be considered solicitation, nor should it be construed as medical or legal advice.

Joe Miklos

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