Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

A knowledgeable New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for medical expenses as well as lost wages resulting from missed workdays, pain and suffering and much more. Both New York City and State have laws in place to protect pedestrians from motor vehicle accidents.

Even if pedestrians obey the law, they may still be hit by vehicles. A knowledgeable attorney could discover overlooked opportunities to seek compensation, like from a government entity for unsafe crosswalks and sidewalks.

Pedestrians Have the Right-of-Way

Many people assume that pedestrians always have right of way when they're on the street. But this isn't always true. While pedestrians do have certain rights, it's crucial that they obey all rules of the road to ensure their safety and avoid accidents.

Pedestrians are prone to being struck by trucks and cars if they step suddenly off the curb or run into traffic without looking both ways. Luckily, the law was designed to help protect pedestrians from injuries caused by motor vehicles in New York and New Jersey.

When a pedestrian is struck by vehicles, they often suffer devastating injuries that require extensive medical treatment and ongoing care. They are often faced with serious financial and personal issues that affect their lives. Many pedestrians are required to pay huge medical bills when they aren't working and earn no money. The emotional and physical trauma caused by an accident on the road is usually life-changing and may have long-term consequences.

In most instances, a driver's error is to blame for the accident. This can include distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding or reckless behavior behind the wheel. Even if a pedestrian was violating a traffic law, it's typically the fault of the driver that they crashed into them.

The right-of-way of a pedestrian is determined by state laws, local ordinances and traffic signs or signals. In most states pedestrians have the right of way when they're in a crosswalk marked with an appropriate signal for walking and obeying the other traffic laws. However the law isn't black and white and the question of whether or not an individual had the right-ofway in a particular situation can be very complicated and may depend on the specific facts of the situation.

Regardless of the circumstances, a pedestrian can claim compensation for their injuries from the driver who caused harm. A New York pedestrian accident attorney can help you to understand the laws in your region and identify the driver who is at fault and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Internal Organ Injuries

When people are hit by vehicles, their torsos experience a lot of trauma which can result in injuries to internal organs. This kind of injury could cause severe consequences for the life of the victim, including the need for lengthy surgery and 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.

The internal bleeding triggered by an injured spleen or kidney, is more difficult to stop than external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen is usually 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 frequent injury to internal organs is a spinal cord injury. This is an injury that is serious and can cause permanent paralysis and profoundly alter the victim's life. In a car crash, it is not uncommon for pedestrians only protected by their skull to suffer injuries to their spine.

Brain injuries, lungs, and liver are also common among those who are struck by vehicles. Brain injuries can result in serious complications, such as memory loss and inability to concentrate. A brain injury that is traumatizing could also lead to a insanity. Lung injuries like a pneumothorax, which occurs when the air in the lungs escapes into the chest cavity, could also be fatal if not treated promptly.

The most tragic and frequent result of pedestrian accidents is wrongful death in particular when a person suffers a catastrophic injury, such as a spinal injury. Victims or their loved ones might need to file a suit against the person who caused the accident and his insurance company to recover compensation for funeral costs and other financial expenses.

A pedestrian accident lawyer who is knowledgeable and experienced can assist victims file a lawsuit against those accountable for their injuries. Our firm can work with experts, including biomechanical engineers to provide evidence of how the collision occurred and how it led to an injury. This type of evidence is essential in preventing frivolous defenses by at-fault parties.

Broken and swollen Bones

Despite the existence of pedestrian crossings, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians still can be injured in traffic accidents personal injury. It's because some drivers in spite of the laws and regulations, as well as 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 frequently injured severely, such as trauma to the brain or spinal injury as well as fractured bones on the legs, feet and hands. These injuries can cause expensive medical bills as well as lost earnings due to missing work. Therefore, it is essential to work with a skilled NYC pedestrian accident lawyer who will assist you in seeking compensation.

A pedestrian who is struck by a car or a vehicle may also suffer soft-tissue injuries. These include bruises, muscle strains, and whiplash. These injuries may take months or longer to heal and can cause long-term discomfort and pain for the victim. An experienced attorney will look over the evidence relating to a pedestrian's crash, including medical records as well as police reports and photos and will give a fair and accurate estimation of how much the victim is entitled to in compensation.

In addition to economic damages pedestrians could also be entitled to compensation for other damages, like pain and suffering (physical and emotional) humiliation, loss of enjoyment in life. If your personal property is damaged, you could also be entitled to compensation for the repair or replacement cost.

Oresky & Associates' attorneys can assist you with filing a pedestrian accident suit against a driver, or any other party responsible for your injuries. Our lawyers will fight hard to ensure that you receive the full amount of compensation you are entitled to, which includes all future and current medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income and property damage. Our firm is knowledgeable of every aspect of New York State law and City law that affect pedestrians. We will utilize this knowledge to help you in your case.

Permanent Disfigurement

When a pedestrian is hit by a car the resulting injuries can be severe. This is particularly true if the person is struck on the head. This kind of injury can lead to brain trauma that results in concussions or an traumatic brain hemorrhage, also known as a brain bleed. Symptoms can include blurred vision, memory loss, and headaches. It is important that the victim see a doctor right away and record all injuries, including any permanent disfigurement or scarring.

A person who is disfigured or scarred as a result an accident could suffer a significant loss in quality of life as well as financial losses. These 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 will likely include physical therapy, psychological counseling or medical care for ailments like depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder. A person who has been permanently disabled may be unable to earn a living and perform the work they once did. This can lead to substantial loss of wages and an increase in future earnings that could be recouped.

The proof that a person suffers from a permanent disfigurement isn't easy and is often challenged by insurance companies or litigants in court. Videos and photographs can be used to prove the injury is permanent. It is also crucial for the plaintiff to keep track of all their medical records, and to have them reference the disfigurement as a result of the injury. Expert testimony can also be extremely beneficial in proving the severity of a permanent disfigurement and its impact on a person's quality of life and enjoyment life.

If you've been seriously injured in a pedestrian accident, it is important to know your rights and speak with an experienced New York pedestrian accident attorney immediately. The attorney can review the facts of your case and determine what types of damages you are entitled to recover. The attorney will also explore the parties who could be held accountable 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 caused your accident, or the company of an on-duty delivery driver or ride-share driver who was involved in your crash.