Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
A knowledgeable New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for medical bills and lost wages due to missed workdays, 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 if pedestrians follow the law, they could be struck by cars. An experienced attorney can uncover missed opportunities to obtain compensation, for instance, from a government agency for unsafe sidewalks or crosswalks.
Pedestrians have the right of way
Many people think that pedestrians always have the right-of-way when they're out on the street. However, this isn't always the case. While pedestrians do have certain rights, it is crucial that they obey all road rules to ensure their safety and avoid any accidents.
Pedestrians are prone to being struck by cars and trucks in the event that they jump off a curb or into traffic without noticing the other side. Fortunately, the law is designed to safeguard pedestrians from injuries caused by motor vehicles in New York and New Jersey.
When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle they are often struck with severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment and ongoing care. They often face serious financial and personal issues that impact their daily lives. Many times, pedestrians are faced with huge medical bills they have to pay when they aren't working and have no other income source. In addition the emotional and physical trauma caused by an accident with a pedestrian can be life-altering and can have long-term consequences.
In the majority of cases, the driver's fault was to blame for a crash. This can include distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving. Even if a pedestrian was breaking a traffic rule, it is usually the driver's fault that they rammed into them.
A pedestrian's right-of-way can be determined by state laws, local ordinances and traffic signs or signals. In the majority of states, pedestrians have the right-of-way when they are in a crosswalk with a walk signal and obeying any other traffic laws. However the law isn't all black and white, and the question of whether or not a person had the right-of-way in a particular circumstance can be extremely complicated and may depend on the specific circumstances of the case.
A pedestrian is able to sue the driver who caused their injuries, regardless of the circumstances. 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 the person responsible for your accident and fight for the full settlement you deserve.
Internal Organ Injuries
When victims are struck by vehicles, their torsos suffer a lot of trauma that could result in internal organ injuries. This type of injury often results in devastating consequences that can affect the person's day-to-day activities, such as the need for lengthy surgeries and the inability to work. The medical expenses could quickly add 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 a spleen or kidney injury, the organ can rupture, causing internal bleeding that is not as quickly stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen is typically fatal if not treated immediately and the damage to the internal organs of the victim can affect how well other organs function.
A spinal cord injury is another frequent injury to internal organs. This is a catastrophic injury that can lead to permanent paralysis that drastically alters the life of the victim. In a car crash, it is not uncommon for pedestrians who are protected by their skulls to suffer an injury to their spine.
Injuries to the brain, lungs, and liver are also common for people who are struck by vehicles. Brain injuries can cause serious complications like memory loss and a loss of focus. A brain injury that is traumatizing can also result in a coma. Lung injuries, such as pneumothorax, which happens when the air in the lungs escapes into the chest cavity, could also cause death if not treated immediately.
The most tragic and frequent result of pedestrian accidents is wrongful deaths, especially when a person suffers a catastrophic injury, like an injury to the spine. Victims and their loved ones might be required to make a claim against the driver who was at fault, and the insurance company of the driver to recover compensation for funeral expenses and other financial damages.
A knowledgeable and experienced pedestrian accident lawyer can assist victims pursue legal action against the individuals or businesses responsible for their crash. YouTube can work with experts, such as biomechanical engineers, in order to establish the circumstances under which the collision occurred and resulted in a specific injury. This kind of evidence is critical in thwarting frivolous defenses from at-fault parties.
Broken and swollen Bones
Despite the presence of crosswalks, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians can still be injured in traffic accidents. This is because certain drivers regardless of laws, regulations, and measures designed to safeguard pedestrians from motor vehicle accidents, are too reckless and careless when operating their trucks, cars and motorcycles on New York streets.
In these kinds of accidents pedestrians are usually injured severely, such as injuries to the brain that are traumatic, spinal injury, and fractured bones on the feet, legs, and hands. These injuries can lead to high medical bills and lost earnings due to missing work. It is therefore crucial to hire an experienced NYC pedestrian accident lawyer to assist you in seeking compensation.
A pedestrian who is struck by a car or a vehicle could also sustain soft-tissue injuries. These include bruises, muscle strains and whiplash. These injuries can take several months to heal, and can cause ongoing discomfort for the victim. A knowledgeable attorney will go over all evidence related to a pedestrian's accident including medical documents including police reports, photographs and medical records and provide an accurate and fair assessment of how much an injured person is entitled to in compensation.
In addition to financial damages, pedestrians may also be entitled to compensation for non-economic injuries, including suffering and pain (physical and emotional) humiliation, loss of enjoyment in life. If, in addition, your personal property was damaged during the accident, you could be entitled to recover the cost of repair or replacement costs.
Oresky & Associates' attorneys can assist you with filing an action for a pedestrian's accident against a driver, or any other person responsible for your injuries. Our attorneys will fight for you to receive the compensation you deserve. This includes all of your current and future medical expenses, rehabilitation care, lost income, and property damage. Our firm is familiar with every aspect of New York State law and City laws that concern pedestrians. We will use this knowledge to help you in your case.
Permanent Disfigurement
When a pedestrian is hit by a car the resulting injuries could be devastating. This is especially true if a pedestrian is struck on the head. This kind of injury can result in brain trauma, resulting in a concussion or a traumatic cerebral hemorrhage. The symptoms can include blurred vision, memory loss, and headaches. It is essential that the patient see a doctor immediately and documents any injuries, including permanent scarring.
If a person is damaged or disfigured because of an accident their quality of life could be substantially reduced and they may have substantial financial losses that could be compensated under civil law. The most obvious and significant financial loss are medical bills for treatment or prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care that is required to treat the effects of the permanent disfigurement or scarring.
This can be expensive and may include physical therapy, counseling, or medical treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression or post-traumatic disorder. A person who has been permanently damaged may also be unable to earn a living and perform the work they once did. This can result in substantial lost wages as well as the loss of future earnings which can be recouped.
Insurance companies and defendants in court frequently argue that a person suffers from an irreparable disfigurement. Videos and photographs can be helpful in proving that the injury is indeed permanent. It is also essential for the plaintiff to keep an eye on all medical records and to have them reference the disfigurement as a result of the injury. Expert testimony can be helpful in proving the severity of permanent disfigurement as well as the impact it has on a person's quality of life and enjoyment in their lives.
It is crucial to be aware of your rights if you've been seriously injured in a pedestrian crash. Contact a knowledgeable New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney can review the facts of your case and determine the types of damages you are entitled to. The attorney will also explore which parties may be held responsible for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that injured you as well as the city agency responsible for the poor maintenance of sidewalks and faulty streetlights which contributed to your injuries or even the company of a delivery or ride-share service driver who is on duty.