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Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer A knowledgeable New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for your medical bills as well as lost wages resulting from missed workdays along with pain and suffering and more. Both New York City and State have laws in place to protect pedestrians from accidents with motor vehicles. However, even if pedestrians obey the law, they could be struck by vehicles. An experienced attorney can uncover 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 have their way when they're walking on the street. But this isn't always the case. While pedestrians do have certain rights, it's important that they follow all traffic rules to ensure their safety and avoid accidents. Pedestrians are at risk of being struck by cars or trucks in the event that they suddenly cross a curb or if they run into traffic not looking in both directions. Luckily, New York and New Jersey have laws that protect pedestrians. When a pedestrian is hit by a car they are often struck with serious injuries that require a lot of medical attention and ongoing treatment. As a result, they often face significant financial and personal challenges that impact their daily lives. Often, pedestrians are left with huge medical bills that they are forced to pay when they're not working and have no income source. Additionally, the physical and emotional trauma that results from a pedestrian accident can be life-altering and have long-term consequences. In the majority of cases, it was the driver's negligence was the primary factor to blame for a crash. This can be due to drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding or reckless driving. Even if a pedestrian was breaking some sort of traffic rule, it is usually the driver's fault they crashed into them. State laws local ordinances, state laws and traffic signals or signs can determine the right of a pedestrian. In most states, pedestrians are granted the right-of-way if they are in a designated crossing with a signal for walking and are in compliance with other traffic laws. However, the law is not black and white, and the issue of whether a person had the right-of-way in a specific situation is a complex matter and can depend on the specific facts of the particular case. No matter what the circumstance any pedestrian can seek compensation for their injuries from the driver who caused them harm. A New York pedestrian accident attorney can help you to understand the laws in your area, determine the driver who is at fault, and fight for all the compensation you're entitled to. Internal Organ Injuries When victims are hit by vehicles, the torsos undergo a lot trauma, which can result in internal organ injuries. This type of injury often causes severe consequences that drastically affect the victim's daily life and can result in the need for lengthy surgeries and the inability to work. These medical costs can swiftly increase, and the victim might have to file a lawsuit to recover damages from the party responsible. 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 immediately and the injury to the victim's internal organs can affect how well other organs function. Another frequent injury to internal organs is an injury to the spinal cord. This is a catastrophic injury that often leads to permanent paralysis that dramatically alters the life of the victim. In the event of a car crash, it is not uncommon for pedestrians who are only protected by their skulls to suffer a spinal injury. Brain injuries, lungs, and liver are also common for people struck by cars. Brain injuries can be serious and cause a range of complications, like loss of memory and the inability to concentrate. A brain injury that is traumatic can also result in a condition known as a coma. Lung injuries, such as pneumothorax, which occurs when air from the lungs leaks in to the chest cavity, can also cause death if not treated promptly. Wrongful death is a tragic but common occurrence in pedestrian accidents, particularly when the victim suffers from an injury to the spinal cord or other catastrophic injury. Victims and their families might need to bring a lawsuit against the person who caused the accident and his insurance company in order to get compensation for funeral expenses and other financial expenses. A pedestrian accident lawyer who is experienced and skilled can help victims file a lawsuit against the parties who caused their accident. Our firm can consult with experts, including biomechanical engineers to provide evidence of the manner in which the collision occurred and how it led to a particular injury. This type of evidence is essential in preventing frivolous defenses by the at-fault parties. Broken and swollen Bones Even with the presence of crosswalks, sidewalks and pedestrian bridges, pedestrians can still be injured in traffic accidents. This is due to the fact that, despite laws, regulations and accommodations that protect pedestrians from motor vehicles Some drivers are negligent and reckless when operating vehicles, trucks, motorcycles and other motor vehicles that are parked on New York's streets. The majority of pedestrians suffer serious injuries in these types of incidents, including traumatic brain injury spinal cord injury, broken bones in the hands, feet and legs. These injuries can result in high medical bills and lost wages due to missed work. It is therefore important to work with a skilled NYC pedestrian accident lawyer to assist you in seeking compensation. If a pedestrian is struck by a car or another kind of vehicle, they could also suffer soft tissue injuries that may include muscle sprains, bruising and strains and whiplash. These injuries may take months or longer to heal and could cause ongoing pain and discomfort for the victim. An experienced attorney will review all evidence relating to an accident involving a pedestrian, such as police reports, medical records and photographs, in order to provide a reliable and fair estimate of the amount of compensation a victim is entitled to. In addition to the economic damage, pedestrians may also be entitled to compensation for noneconomic damages, like suffering and pain (physical and emotional) humiliation, loss of enjoyment. If your personal property is damaged, you may be entitled to compensation for the repair or replacement cost. An attorney from Oresky & Associates can guide you through the procedure of filing a pedestrian crash lawsuit against a motorist or another party who is responsible for your injuries. Our lawyers will fight to secure the compensation you deserve. Orem injury lawsuits includes all of your future and current medical costs, rehabilitative care loss of income, property damage. Our firm is familiar with all of the provisions of New York State law and City law that pertain to pedestrians. We will apply this knowledge in your case. Permanent Disfigurement If a pedestrian gets hit by a car the injuries that result can be severe. This is especially true if the person is struck on the head. This kind of injury could lead to brain trauma which can cause a concussion, or even the traumatic brain hemorrhage known as a brain bleeding. Symptoms can include blurred vision, memory loss and headaches. It is crucial that the victim sees a doctor immediately and documents all injuries, including permanent scarring. A person who is severely damaged or disfigured due to an accident could suffer a substantial loss of quality of life and financial losses. They can be paid out under civil law. The most obvious and significant financial losses are medical bills for treatment, prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care required to help manage the effects of the permanent disfigurement or scarring. It is costly and may involve physical therapy, counseling or medical treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic disorder. In addition to these expenses one of the most significant issues is that a person who is permanently disfigured is often unable to work and earn a living as they once did. This can result in substantial loss of wages and the loss of future earnings that can be recovered. The proof that a person suffers from a permanent disfigurement can be difficult and is often challenged by insurance companies or litigants in court. Videos and photographs can be used to prove that the injury is permanent. It is also important for the plaintiff to keep track of all their medical records and to be able to refer to the disfigurement as part of the injury. Expert testimony is useful for proving the extent of permanent disfigurement and the impact it has on a person's level of living and enjoyment of life. It is important that you know your rights in the event that you've suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian accident. Contact a seasoned New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney will review the facts in your case to determine what damages you may be entitled to. The lawyer will investigate who is responsible for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that hit you or a city agency responsible for unsafe sidewalks or street lights that were not functioning properly that caused your accident or the company of an on-duty delivery driver or ride-share driver that was involved in your crash.