Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
A experienced New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for medical bills and lost wages due to working hours missed, pain and suffering and much more. Both New York City and State have laws in place to safeguard pedestrians from accidents with motor vehicles.
However, even when pedestrians abide by the law, they could be struck by vehicles. An experienced attorney can uncover missed opportunities to obtain compensation, for instance, from a government entity for unsafe crosswalks or sidewalks.
Pedestrians are entitled to the right-of-way
Many people believe that pedestrians have the right to use the right of way on the streets. This isn't always the case. While pedestrians have certain rights, they must observe all the rules of the road to ensure their safety and avoid accidents with motor vehicles.
Pedestrians can easily get hit by cars and trucks in the event that they jump off a curb or into traffic without noticing the other side. Fortunately, the law has been designed to help protect pedestrians from injury caused by motor vehicles in New York and New Jersey.
If a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle they are often struck with serious injuries that require a lot of medical care and ongoing care. They are often confronted with significant financial and personal difficulties that affect their lives. Many pedestrians have to pay huge medical bills even if they don't earn a salary and earn no income. The emotional and physical trauma that comes from an accident on the road is usually life-changing, and can have lasting consequences.
In the majority of instances, a driver's error is to blame for the collision. This includes distracted driving, drunken driving or speeding behind the wheel. Even if a pedestrian has violated an ordinance and was unable to obey it, it's the driver who is at fault for hitting them.
State laws local ordinances, state laws and traffic signals can determine a pedestrian's right of way. In most states, pedestrians have the right-of-way only if they are in a designated crosswalk that has a walk signal and are in compliance with other traffic laws. The law is not black-and-white and can be complicated. It could depend on the specific facts of a case.
A pedestrian is able to sue the driver who caused their injuries, irrespective of the circumstances. It is important to have a knowledgeable New York pedestrian accident lawyer on your side to assist you know the laws in your area, determine who was responsible for your accident and fight for the full amount of compensation you are entitled to.
Internal Organ Injuries
When victims are struck by vehicles, their torsos experience a lot of trauma that can cause injuries to internal organs. This type of injury can result in devastating effects on the victim's daily life and can result in long-term surgery as well as the inability to work. These medical costs can swiftly grow, and victims may need to file a suit to recover damages from those responsible.
The internal bleeding triggered by a ruptured spleen, or kidney is more difficult to stop than external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen is usually fatal unless it is treated promptly and the injury to the victim's internal organs can affect the way in which other organs function.
A spinal cord injury is another common injury to the internal organs. This is a catastrophic injury that can lead to permanent paralysis that drastically alters the life of the victim. In the event of a car crash it is not unusual for pedestrians only protected by their skulls to sustain a spinal injury.
People who are hit by cars often suffer injuries to the brain, lungs and liver. Brain injuries can be serious and cause a range of complications, such as loss of memory and the inability to concentrate. A traumatic injury to the brain may result in a coma. Lung injuries such as a pneumothorax, which occurs when air from the lungs escapes into the chest cavity, can also cause death if not treated immediately.
A tragically fatal but common occurrence in pedestrian accidents, especially if the victim suffers a spinal cord injury or other catastrophic injury. Victims and their families might be required to file a lawsuit against the driver who was at fault and his insurance company to get compensation for funeral expenses and other financial loss.
A skilled and knowledgeable pedestrian accident lawyer can assist victims pursue legal action against the individuals or companies responsible for their collision. Our firm can consult experts, such as biomechanical engineers, to establish the circumstances under which the collision took place and resulted in a specific injury. This type of evidence can be crucial in thwarting false claims from the party at fault.
Broken and scarred Bones
Despite the presence of pedestrian crossings, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. This is due to the fact that, despite laws, regulations and accommodations designed to safeguard pedestrians from motor vehicles, some drivers are just negligent and reckless in their operation of cars, trucks, motorcycles and other motor vehicles that travel through New York's streets.
In these types of incidents pedestrians are usually injured seriously, including with trauma to the brain, spinal injury, and fractured bones on the feet, legs, and hands. Anyone who has suffered these injuries are likely to face substantial medical bills and loss of earnings due to missing work, which is why it is important to seek out an experienced NYC pedestrian accident lawyer who can help them obtain compensation through a lawsuit.
A pedestrian who is struck by a car or a vehicle may also suffer soft-tissue injuries. This includes bruises, muscle strains and whiplash. These injuries can take several months to heal, and can cause ongoing discomfort for the victim. An experienced attorney will review the evidence of an accident involving a pedestrian, such as medical records, police reports and photos, in order to provide an accurate and fair estimate of the amount of compensation to which a victim is entitled.
In addition to the economic damage pedestrians could also be entitled to compensation for other damages, such as suffering and pain (physical and emotional) humiliation, loss of enjoyment in life. In addition, if your personal property was damaged in the accident, you may be entitled to the cost of repair or replacement costs.
An attorney from Oresky & Associates can guide you through the procedure of filing a pedestrian crash lawsuit against a driver or other person responsible for your injuries. Our attorneys will fight to get you the compensation you deserve. This includes all of your current and future medical expenses, rehabilitation care as well as lost income and property damage. Our firm is well-versed in all the sections of New York State law and City law that pertain to pedestrians. We will apply this knowledge in your case.
Permanent Disfigurement
When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle the resulting injuries can be catastrophic. This is especially true if the person is struck on the head. This type of injury may cause brain trauma, resulting in a concussion or a traumatic cerebral hemorrhage. The symptoms can include blurred vision or memory loss, as well as headaches. It is essential that the patient see an emergency physician immediately and document all injuries, including any permanent scarring.
YouTube who is disfigured or scarred due to an accident can suffer a significant loss of quality of life as well as financial losses. These losses can be compensated under civil law. The most obvious and significant financial loss are medical bills for treatment or prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care that will be needed to manage the effects of the permanent disfigurement or scarring.
It can be costly and may involve physical therapy, counseling, or medical treatment for ailments like anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic disorder. In addition to these expenses one of the most significant issues is that a person who is permanently disabled is often unable to work and earn an income as they once did. This can result in significant loss of wages and a loss in future earnings that can be recouped.
Insurance companies and defendants in court often contest the claim that a person suffers from permanent disfigurement. Photographs and videos are helpful in establishing that the injury is in fact permanent. It is essential that the plaintiff keeps the medical records of their patients, and has them mention the disfigurement that occurred in the injury. Expert testimony is useful for proving the extent of permanent disfigurement, and the impact it has on a person's level of living and enjoyment in their lives.
It is essential to know your rights in the event that you have been seriously hurt in a pedestrian crash. Contact a knowledgeable New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney will analyze the details of your case to determine the damages you are entitled to. The lawyer will also determine which parties may be held liable for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that hit you as well as a city agency that is responsible for poorly maintained sidewalks or faulty street lights that caused your accident, or the company of an on-duty delivery driver or ride-share driver who was involved in your accident.