Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
A knowledgeable New York pedestrian accident lawyer can help you recover damages for medical bills as well as lost wages resulting from working hours missed, pain and suffering and more. Both New York City as well as the State have laws to protect pedestrians from crashes caused by motor vehicles.
Even if pedestrians adhere to the law, they may still be struck by cars. A seasoned attorney could uncover overlooked opportunities to seek compensation, for instance, from a government entity for unsafe crosswalks or sidewalks.
Pedestrians Have the Right-of-Way
Many people believe that pedestrians have the right of way when they are walking on the street. However, this isn't true. While pedestrians do have certain rights, it's crucial that they obey all traffic rules to ensure their safety and avoid accidents.
Pedestrians can easily get hit by cars and trucks if they step suddenly off a curb or into traffic without looking both ways. Luckily, New York and New Jersey have laws to protect pedestrians.
If a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, they typically suffer devastating injuries that require extensive medical treatment and ongoing medical attention. They often face significant financial and personal difficulties that impact their daily lives. Many pedestrians have to pay massive medical bills when they don't work and earn no income. The emotional and physical trauma that comes from a pedestrian accident is often life-changing and may have long-term consequences.
In the majority of instances, the driver's carelessness is to blame for the accident. This includes drunken driving, distracted driving or speeding behind the wheel. Even if a pedestrian broke an ordinance, it's usually the driver responsible for hitting them.
State laws or local ordinances as well as traffic signals can decide the right of a pedestrian. In most states, pedestrians are granted the right-of-way when they are in a crossing with a signal for walking and abide by any other traffic laws. The law isn't black-and-white and can be complex. It may depend on the specific circumstances of a case.
Regardless of the circumstances any pedestrian can seek compensation for their injuries from the driver who caused harm. It is important to have an experienced New York pedestrian accident lawyer on your side to help you know the laws in your local area, identify who was at fault for the accident and fight for the full settlement you deserve.
Internal Organ Injuries
When people are hit by vehicles, their torsos endure many traumas that can cause injuries to internal organs. This type of injury can have devastating consequences on the person's daily life and can result in long-term surgery and the inability work. These medical costs can quickly mount up and the victims may have to file a lawsuit to seek compensation from the responsible parties.
If the injured person has kidney or spleen injury, the organ can rupture, which causes internal bleeding that isn't as easily stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen is typically fatal if it is not treated promptly and the damage to the internal organs of the victim can affect the way in which other organs function.
Another common injury to internal organs is the spinal cord injury. This is a catastrophic injury that often leads to permanent paralysis, which drastically changes a victim's lifestyle. It is not unusual for pedestrians to suffer an injury to their spinal cord during a car accident because their head is protected by the skull, and they are generally unprepared for the sudden impact of a car.
People who are hit by cars often suffer injuries to the lungs, brain and liver. Brain injuries can lead to serious complications like memory loss and inability to concentrate. A traumatizing injury to the brain may cause a condition known as a coma. Lung injuries, such as pneumothorax (when air from the lungs leaks into the chest cavity), are also fatal if they are not treated immediately.
The tragic and common result of pedestrian accidents is wrongful deaths, especially when a person suffers a catastrophic injury, like a spinal injury. The family members of the victim may need to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver and the driver's insurance company to recover compensation for funeral expenses and other financial losses.
A skilled and knowledgeable pedestrian accident lawyer can help victims take legal action against individuals or companies responsible for their crash. Our firm can consult with experts, such as biomechanical engineers to provide evidence of the circumstances that led to the collision and how it led to the injury that was incurred. This type of evidence is critical in preventing frivolous defenses by at-fault parties.
Broken and scarred Bones
Even with the presence of sidewalks, crosswalks and walking bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. This is because some drivers regardless of laws and regulations, as well as measures designed to safeguard pedestrians from accidents caused by motor vehicles, are too reckless and careless when operating their trucks, cars and motorcycles on New York streets.
Pedestrians are often injured seriously in these types of incidents, including traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury, as well as fractured bones in the feet, hands and legs. These injuries can cause expensive medical bills as well as lost earnings due to missing work. It is therefore important to hire an experienced NYC pedestrian accident lawyer who will help you seek compensation.
A pedestrian who is hit by a car or a vehicle can also sustain soft-tissue injuries. These can include bruises, muscle strains, and whiplash. These injuries could take months or even years to heal, and they can cause long-term discomfort and pain for the victim. A knowledgeable attorney will go over all evidence related to a pedestrian's crash, including medical records, police reports and photographs and will provide a fair and accurate estimate of the amount a victim should be compensated.
In addition to the economic damage that result in the expense of financial costs pedestrians can also claim compensation for other damages, like emotional and physical suffering and pain, humiliation and loss of enjoyment of life. If your personal property is damaged, you could be entitled to compensation for repair or replacement cost.
An attorney from Oresky & Associates can guide you through the procedure of filing a pedestrian crash lawsuit against a motorist or another party who is responsible for your injuries. Our lawyers will fight for you to receive the compensation you are entitled to. This includes all of your current and future medical expenses, rehabilitation care, lost income, and property damage. Our law firm is acquainted with all the different sections of New York State and City law that regulate pedestrians, and we'll use this knowledge to the benefit of your case.
Permanent Disfigurement
The injuries that may occur when pedestrians are struck by a car are often catastrophic. This is particularly true if a pedestrian is struck on the head. This kind of injury can cause brain trauma, leading to concussions or traumatic cerebral hemorrhage. The symptoms can include blurred sight or memory loss, as well as headaches. It is vital that the victim sees a doctor immediately and documents any injuries, including permanent scarring.
Someone who is injured or disfigured as a result an accident can suffer a substantial 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 treatments such as prescriptions, surgeries, and ongoing care that will be needed to manage the effects of permanent scarring or disfigurement.
This can be a significant expense and may include physical therapy as well as psychological counseling, or medical treatment for conditions such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder. In addition to these costs one of the most significant issues is that a person who is permanently ill is usually incapable of working and earning a living as they used to. This can lead to substantial loss of wages and an eventual loss of earnings that can be recouped as well.
The proof that a person is suffering from a permanent disfigurement can be difficult and is often disputed by insurance companies or litigants in court. Photographs and videos are helpful in establishing that the injury is indeed permanent. It is also crucial for the plaintiff to keep an eye on all their medical records, and to have them reference the disfigurement as a result of the injury. Expert testimony can also be very useful in proving the severity of a permanent disfigurement and its impact on a person's quality of life and enjoyment life.
If you have been seriously injured in a pedestrian collision it is crucial to be aware of your rights and speak with an experienced New York pedestrian accident attorney immediately. The attorney can review the details of your case and determine the kind of damages you're entitled to. Anaheim accident lawsuits will determine the parties who could be held accountable for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that hit you as well as a city agency that is responsible for shoddy sidewalks or street lights that were not functioning properly which contributed to your accident or the company of an on-duty delivery or ride-share driver that was involved in your accident.