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Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer A experienced New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for your medical bills, lost wages from missed workdays as well as pain and suffering, and more. Both New York City and State have laws in place to safeguard pedestrians from accidents with motor vehicles. However, even if pedestrians obey the law, they can be struck by cars. A seasoned attorney could uncover undiscovered opportunities to seek compensation, like from a government agency for unsafe sidewalks or crosswalks. Pedestrians have the right-of-way Many people assume that pedestrians have the right of way when they're on the streets. However, this isn't necessarily true. While pedestrians have certain rights, they also must observe all the rules of the road to protect their own safety and avoid accidents with motor vehicles. Pedestrians are prone to being struck by trucks and cars in the event that they jump off a curb or into traffic without noticing the other side. Luckily, the law was designed to safeguard pedestrians from injury caused by motor vehicles in New York and New Jersey. If a pedestrian is struck by vehicles, they often suffer severe injuries that require a long-term medical treatment and continuous care. They are often faced with massive financial and personal challenges that impact their daily lives. Most pedestrians are left with huge medical bills that they are forced to pay when they aren't working and have no other source of income. Additionally emotional and physical trauma that results from a pedestrian accident can be life-altering and have long-term consequences. In most cases, the driver's negligence was the primary factor to blame for a collision. This can include drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding, or reckless driving. Even if a pedestrian was breaking a traffic rule, it is usually the driver's fault that they crashed into them. State laws local ordinances, state laws and traffic signals can determine the right of a pedestrian. In the majority of states, pedestrians are entitled to the right of way if they are in a crosswalk that has a signal for walking, and they're in compliance with all other traffic laws. The law is not black-and-white and can be complicated. It could depend on the circumstances of a case. No matter what the circumstance regardless of the circumstances, a pedestrian may claim 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 know the laws in your local area, identify who was at fault for your accident, and fight for the maximum amount of compensation you are entitled to. Injuries to the Organs of the Internal When people are hit by vehicles, their torsos experience a lot of trauma that could cause injuries to internal organs. This kind of injury can result in devastating effects on the life of the victim as well as the necessity for long-term surgery and the inability work. The medical expenses can quickly grow, and victims might have to file a lawsuit to seek compensation from the parties responsible. If the injured person has kidney or spleen injury the organ can rupture, causing internal bleeding that's not as easily stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen is usually fatal if it is not treated immediately and the injury to the victim's internal organs may affect the way other organs function. Another frequent injury to internal organs is an injury to the spinal cord. This is a devastating injury that can lead to permanent paralysis that drastically alters the victim's life. In a car crash it is not uncommon for pedestrians who are protected by their skull to sustain an injury to their spine. Injuries to the brain as well as the lungs and liver are also common for people injured by automobiles. Brain injuries can cause serious complications like memory loss and inability to concentrate. A brain injury that is traumatic can also lead to a condition known as a coma. Lung injuries, such as a pneumothorax (when air from the lungs escapes into the chest cavity) can be fatal if they're not treated immediately. The tragic death of a loved one is but common occurrence in pedestrian accidents, particularly when the individual suffers a spinal cord injury or another serious injury. Victims or their loved ones may need to bring a lawsuit against the driver at fault and his insurance company in order to seek compensation for funeral costs and other financial expenses. A pedestrian accident lawyer who is knowledgeable and skilled can assist victims pursue legal action against the parties accountable for their injuries. Our firm can work with experts, such as biomechanical engineers to provide evidence of the manner in which the collision occurred and how it led to an injury. This type of evidence is critical in thwarting frivolous defenses from the at-fault parties. Broken and scarred Bones Despite the presence of crosswalks, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. This is due to the fact that despite the laws, regulations and accommodations designed to protect pedestrians from motor vehicles, some drivers are just too reckless and negligent when operating motorbikes, trucks, cars and other motor vehicles that are parked on New York's streets. In these kinds of accidents, pedestrians are often injured seriously, including with a traumatic brain injury or spinal injury, as well as fractured bones on the feet, legs, and hands. These injuries can cause high medical bills and lost earnings due to the absence of work. It is therefore crucial to find a seasoned NYC pedestrian accident lawyer to assist you in seeking compensation. If a pedestrian is struck by a car or other type of vehicle, he or she may also suffer soft tissue injuries that may include bruising, muscle sprains and strains, as well as whiplash. These injuries could take months or longer to heal, and can cause long-term discomfort and pain for the victim. An experienced attorney can look over all evidence relating to an accident involving a pedestrian, such as medical records, police reports and photographs, to provide an accurate and fair estimate of the amount of compensation to which a victim is entitled to. In addition to the economic damage pedestrians could also be entitled to compensation for non-economic injuries, including suffering and pain (physical and emotional), humiliation, and loss of enjoyment in life. Additionally, if your personal property was damaged in the accident, you could be entitled to compensation for the repair or replacement costs. 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 vigorously to ensure that you receive the entire amount of compensation that you are entitled to, which includes any future medical expenses, rehabilitative costs, lost income and property damage. Our firm is well-versed in every aspect of New York State law and City laws that concern pedestrians. We will use this knowledge in your case. Permanent Disfigurement When a pedestrian is hit by a car the resulting injuries could be devastating. This is especially true when the victim is struck on the head. This kind of injury can cause brain trauma that results in a concussion, or even the traumatic brain hemorrhage known as a brain bleed. The symptoms could include blurred sight as well as memory loss and headaches. It is important for the victim to see a doctor immediately and note all injuries including any permanent scarring or disfigurement. A person who is severely injured or disfigured because of an accident may suffer substantial loss of quality of life as well as financial losses. They can be compensated under civil law. Medical bills, prescriptions, surgeries, and ongoing medical care are among the most obvious and significant expenses. This can be expensive and may involve physical therapy, counseling, or medical treatment for illnesses such as depression, anxiety or post-traumatic disorder. A person who is permanently disfigured may also be unable to make a living and perform the work they used to. This can result in substantial lost wages as well as an increase in future earnings that can be recouped. The process of proving that someone suffers from a permanent injury can be a challenge and is often challenged by insurance companies or litigants in court. YouTube and photos can be used to prove the injury is permanent. It is important that the plaintiff keeps the medical records of their patients, and has them mention the disfigurement that occurred in the injury. Expert testimony is also very beneficial in proving the severity of permanent disfigurement and its impact on the level of living and enjoyment of life. If you have been seriously injured in a pedestrian crash it is essential to be aware of your rights and get in touch with an experienced New York pedestrian accident attorney immediately. The attorney will analyze the facts in your case to determine the damages you are entitled to. The lawyer will also consider the parties who could be held accountable for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle who struck you as well as the city agency responsible for the shoddy maintenance of streets and streetlights that contributed to your injury, or even the company of a ride-share or delivery service driver on duty.