Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
A New York pedestrian accident attorney can help you recover damages, including medical bills as well as lost wages, pain and suffering, and much more. Both New York City as well as the State have laws that protect pedestrians from motor vehicle accidents.
However, even if pedestrians abide by the law, they may be struck by vehicles. A knowledgeable attorney could discover undiscovered opportunities to seek compensation, like from a government entity for unsafe crosswalks or sidewalks.
Pedestrians have the right-of-way
Many people believe that pedestrians have the right to use the right of way on the street. However, this isn't necessarily the case. While pedestrians have certain rights, it is essential that they adhere to all traffic rules to ensure their safety and avoid any accidents.
Pedestrians are at risk of being hit by trucks or cars if they suddenly step off a curb or if they run into traffic not looking both ways. Fortunately, the law has been designed to safeguard pedestrians from being hurt by motor vehicles in New York and New Jersey.
If a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle they are often struck with severe injuries that require intensive medical care and ongoing care. As a result they are often confronted with major personal and financial challenges that affect their lives. Often, pedestrians are left with massive medical bills that they must pay when they aren't working and don't have an source of income. The emotional and physical trauma caused by an accident on the road is usually life-changing and can have long-term consequences.
In most instances, the driver's carelessness is to blame for the collision. This can include distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding or reckless driving. Even if a pedestrian was breaking a traffic law, it's usually the driver's fault they smashed into them.
The right-of-way of a pedestrian is determined by state laws, local ordinances, and traffic signals. In most states pedestrians are entitled to the right of way when they're in a crosswalk with a signal for walking and obeying the other traffic laws. However the law isn't black and white, and the issue of whether an individual had the right-ofway in a specific situation can be extremely complicated and may depend on the specific circumstances of the particular case.
Whatever the circumstances, a pedestrian can seek compensation for their injuries from the driver that caused them harm. A New York pedestrian accident attorney can assist you in understanding the laws in your region, determine the driver responsible, and fight for all the compensation you are entitled to.
Internal Organ Injuries
When victims are struck by vehicles, the torsos suffer a lot of trauma that can lead to internal organs being injured. This type of injury usually has devastating consequences that radically impact the victim's day-to-day life and can result in the need for long-term surgeries and the inability to work. The medical expenses can quickly mount up and the victim may need to file a lawsuit to get compensation from the at-fault parties.
If the person who is injured has kidney or spleen injury the organ can rupture, which causes internal bleeding that is not as readily stopped as external wounds. A spleen or kidney that has ruptured could be fatal if it is not treated promptly. The internal damage to the victim may also affect other organs.
Another frequent injury to internal organs is a spinal cord injury. This is a serious injury that can lead to permanent paralysis and drastically change the life of the victim. In the event of a car accident it is not uncommon for pedestrians only protected by their skull to suffer injuries to their spine.
People who are struck by cars usually suffer injuries to the lungs, brain, and liver. Brain injuries can be very serious and can cause a variety of complications, like loss of memory and the inability to concentrate. A traumatic brain injury could also lead to a condition known as a coma. Lung injuries, like a pneumothorax (when air from the lungs escapes into the chest cavity) can also be fatal if they're not treated promptly.
A tragically fatal yet common consequence of pedestrian accidents, particularly when the individual suffers a spinal cord injury or a similar catastrophic injury. Victims and their families may need to file a lawsuit against the driver who was at fault and his insurance company to seek compensation for funeral costs and other financial expenses.
A pedestrian accident lawyer who is experienced and skilled can assist victims file a lawsuit against the people responsible for their accident. Our firm can consult with experts, such as biomechanical engineers to provide evidence of the circumstances that led to the collision and the way it caused the injury that was incurred. This type of evidence is essential in preventing frivolous defenses from at-fault parties.
Broken and swollen Bones
Despite the existence of pedestrian crossings, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. This is because, despite the laws, regulations, and other accommodations designed to safeguard pedestrians from motor vehicles Some drivers are negligent and careless in their operation of vehicles, trucks, motorcycles and other motor vehicles on New York's streets.
In these types of incidents, pedestrians are often injured seriously, including with trauma to the brain, spinal injury, and broken bones on the legs, feet, and hands. People who have suffered injuries like these are likely to face substantial medical bills as well as lost earnings due to missing work. That's why it is important for them to hire an experienced NYC pedestrian accident attorney who can assist them in seeking compensation through a lawsuit.
When a pedestrian is hit by a car or other type of vehicle, he or she might also suffer soft tissue injuries. These may include bruising, muscle strains and strains, and whiplash. These injuries can take months or longer to heal and can cause long-term pain and discomfort for the victim. Sacramento accident attorney can look over the evidence of the pedestrian's accident, including medical records, police reports and photos, in order to provide an accurate and fair estimate of the amount of compensation a victim is entitled to.
In addition to economic damages pedestrians could also be entitled to compensation for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering (physical and emotional), humiliation, and loss of enjoyment in life. Additionally, if your personal property was damaged during the accident, you could be entitled to compensation for the repair or replacement costs.
Oresky & Associates' attorneys can help you file a pedestrian accident suit against a driver, or any other party accountable for your injuries. Our attorneys will fight to get you the compensation you deserve. This includes all of your current and future medical costs, rehabilitative care as well as lost income and property damage. Our firm is knowledgeable of every aspect of New York State law and City law that pertain to pedestrians. We will use this knowledge for your case.
Permanent Disfigurement
The injuries that can result when pedestrians are struck by a car are often devastating. This is particularly true if the victim is struck on the head. This kind of injury can lead to brain trauma which can cause concussions, or a traumatic brain hemorrhage also known as a brain bleeding. It can cause blurred vision, memory loss, and headache. It is crucial that the patient see a doctor immediately and documents all injuries, including permanent scarring.
A person who is severely injured or disfigured because of an accident may suffer significant loss in quality of life as well as financial losses. These losses can be compensated under civil law. Medical bills, prescriptions, surgeries, and ongoing care are the most obvious and significant loss.
This can be a significant expense and may include physical therapy and psychological counseling as well as medical care for conditions like anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. In addition to these costs those who are permanently disabled is often unable to work and earn the same income they used to. This can lead to substantial lost wages and a loss of future earnings that can be recovered as well.
The process of proving that someone suffers from a permanent injury isn't easy and is often challenged by insurance companies or litigants in court. Videos and photos can be used to prove that the injury is permanent. It is important that the plaintiff keep an eye on their medical records, and has them mention the disfigurement that occurred in the injury. Expert testimony can also be very useful in proving the severity of a permanent injury and its impact on a person's quality of life and enjoyment life.
If you've been seriously injured in a pedestrian crash, it is important to be aware of your rights and contact an experienced New York pedestrian accident attorney immediately. The lawyer will examine the facts of your case and determine what kind of damages you're entitled to recover. The attorney will determine which parties could be held responsible for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that hit you or a city agency responsible for shoddy sidewalks or faulty street lights that contributed to your accident, or the company of an on-duty delivery driver or ride-share driver who was involved in your crash.