Before you can know who is at fault in a pedestrian accident in New York, you must know exactly why the accident happened. In many cases, a motor vehicle driver’s careless or reckless actions—from speeding to disregarding the pedestrian’s right of way—cause the accident. In other cases, a pedestrian contributes to the accident, while in yet other cases the failure of a municipality can lead to a collision.
Allow a New York pedestrian accident lawyer to determine who is at fault for your accident. Doing so will support your case as the lawyer works to recover compensation for your pain and suffering, your medical costs, and for other harm that you have suffered due to the crash.
- The Pedestrian is Often Not at Fault for Collisions in New York
- How a Lawyer Will Determine Fault and Liability for Your Pedestrian Accident in New York
- The Benefits of Hiring a NY Pedestrian Accident Attorney After Your Collision
- Recoverable Damages for Pedestrians Injured by Negligent Drivers (or Others) in New York
- Call Us Today for Your Free Consultation About a New York Pedestrian Collision
The Pedestrian is Often Not at Fault for Collisions in New York
NY pedestrian injury lawyers see case after case of pedestrians suffering serious and life-threatening injuries through no fault of their own. Some non-pedestrians who can be at fault for a collision include:
- Motor vehicle drivers: Nobody has a greater potential to injure or protect a pedestrian than a motor vehicle driver. The pedestrian can abide by traffic signals and remain within the crosswalk, but even then, they have little protection from distracted, speeding, impaired, or otherwise dangerous drivers.
- Municipalities: From New York City to the cities, towns, and counties on Long Island, governmental bodies have a duty to protect pedestrians. Ensuring that traffic signals are functional and that stop signs and other signage are where they need to be, are just some ways that municipalities reduce the likelihood of pedestrian-involved accidents.
- Motor vehicle manufacturers: A motor vehicle manufacturer or seller may be liable if a defect in a motor vehicle, including defective brakes, leads to a pedestrian being injured.
In most cases, we find that a motor vehicle driver did something to cause the collision and injure the pedestrian. However, we investigate each case with an open mind, as this is the only way to pursue a just outcome.
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How a Lawyer Will Determine Fault and Liability for Your Pedestrian Accident in New York
NY personal injury lawyers establish fault for traffic accidents in several ways, which often includes:
- Interviewing witnesses
- Obtaining all video footage showing the pedestrian accident
- Getting a copy of any police report related to the collision
- Hiring experts to reconstruct the collision based on witness statements and all other relevant data
The injured pedestrian may be the most compelling witness in their own case. Your account of the accident may help your New York pedestrian accident attorney prove who is at fault for the collision and all resulting damages.
The Benefits of Hiring a NY Pedestrian Accident Attorney After Your Collision
Injury attorneys serve many roles, and fighting for pedestrians is a critical one. Whether people on foot are in the city, on Long Island, or elsewhere in the state, danger surrounds pedestrians at all times. A lawyer will:
Handle Every Detail of Pedestrian Accident Cases
When you are hurt as a pedestrian, you have a lot to deal with. The thought of trying to fight for compensation is overwhelming to many. If you work with our firm, we make sure you are well taken care of. No detail is too small for us to pay attention to, and we will:
- Determine exactly who is at fault for your accident
- Identify all parties who owe you compensation
- Gather all relevant evidence
- Communicate with at-fault parties, their insurers, and their defense lawyers
- Document injuries, financial losses, pain and suffering, and other damages
- Fight for a fair settlement and be ready for court, if it proves necessary
Let our team support you and fight for the compensation you deserve.
While We Fight, You Recover
Having our firm’s support should grant you more time to focus on healing. We will lift the weight of your case off your shoulders, and we hope this fast-tracks your recovery process.
Additionally, our lawyers do not charge upfront fees, and we are only paid if you receive a settlement or verdict. There is never any out-of-pocket liability for injured pedestrians (or their loved ones) who hire us.
Our firm has obtained many large settlements and verdicts spanning more than three decades of service. We know what pedestrians need from their legal team, and we work hard to deliver it.
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Recoverable Damages for Pedestrians Injured by Negligent Drivers (or Others) in New York
No two injured pedestrians face identical challenges, but some of the common damages in cases like yours include:
- Pain and suffering and other emotional distress related to your injuries and losses
- Lost income
- Diminished earning capacity
- Damaged property
- Medical expenses
- Wrongful deaths
Every case is unique, and victims of similar accidents can experience very different losses. Our team will make sure to thoroughly assess your case to fight for the full extent of your damages.
Our lawyers will also determine how long you have to act to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. State laws limit how long you have to act, so the sooner you seek help, the better. This swift action also allows your lawyer to gather information as soon as possible following your pedestrian accident.
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Our law firm brings over three decades of successful legal experience to our cases. The name Friedman & Simon Injury Lawyers L.L.P. commands respect after having won more than $250 million for our clients since 1991. We are a firm you can trust to work relentlessly on your behalf.
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