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Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer A experienced New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining damages for medical expenses as well as lost wages resulting from absences from work, pain and suffering and more. Both New York City as well as the State have laws that protect pedestrians from crashes caused by motor vehicles. Even if pedestrians follow the law, they may still be struck by cars. A seasoned attorney could uncover missed opportunities to obtain compensation, such as from a government agency for unsafe sidewalks or crosswalks. Pedestrians have the right-of-way Many people believe that pedestrians have the right to use the right of way on the streets. This isn't always the case. While pedestrians have certain rights, they also must adhere to the rules of the road to protect their safety and avoid collisions with motor vehicles. pedestrians are at risk of being hit by cars or trucks in the event that they suddenly cross a curb, or cross the street while not looking both ways. Luckily, the law was designed to protect pedestrians from injury caused 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 treatment and ongoing care. They are often faced with serious financial and personal issues that affect their daily lives. Many times, pedestrians are faced with massive medical bills that they have to pay when they aren't working and don't have an source of income. The physical and emotional trauma caused by an accident with a pedestrian is often life-changing and can have long-term consequences. In most cases, the driver's fault was to blame for causing a collision. This includes drunken driving, distracted driving or speeding behind the wheel. Even if the pedestrian was breaking some sort of traffic rule, it is usually the driver's fault they rammed into them. The right-of-way for pedestrians is determined by local ordinances, state laws, and traffic signals. In most states, pedestrians are granted the right-of-way only if they are in a crossing with a signal for walking and obeying any other traffic laws. However, the law is not black and white and the issue of whether or not a person was entitled to the right-of-way in a particular circumstance can be very complicated and can depend on the specific circumstances of the particular case. A pedestrian may sue the driver responsible for their injuries, irrespective of the circumstances. New Haven injury lawsuits can help you to understand the laws of your area and identify the driver responsible and fight for the compensation you deserve. Internal Organ Injuries When victims are struck by vehicles, their body's torsos are subjected to a lot of trauma, which can result in internal organs being injured. This kind of injury can cause severe consequences for the victim's daily life as well as the necessity for long-term surgery as well as the inability to work. These medical costs can quickly add up and the victims may have to file a lawsuit in order to recover damages 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 isn't as quickly stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen could be fatal if it is not treated promptly. The internal damage to the victim can affect other organs. A spinal cord injury is another common injury to the internal organs. This is a devastating injury that often leads to permanent paralysis that drastically alters the life of the victim. It is not uncommon for pedestrians to experience a spinal cord injury during a car accident as their head is only protected by the skull, and they are not prepared for the sudden impact of a vehicle. People who are struck by cars usually suffer injuries to the lungs, brain and liver. Brain injuries can lead to serious complications such as memory loss and a loss of focus. A trauma to the brain may result in a insanity. Lung injuries, like a pneumothorax (when air from the lungs leaks into the chest cavity) can also be fatal if they're not treated promptly. The tragic and common result of pedestrian accidents is wrongful deaths, especially when the victim suffers a severe injury, such as an injury to the spine. Victims and their families might need to file a suit against the driver who was at fault and his insurance company in order to recover compensation for funeral costs and other financial losses. A pedestrian accident lawyer who is knowledgeable and skilled can assist victims take legal action against those responsible for their accident. Our firm can consult experts, such as biomechanical engineers, to establish the circumstances under which the collision occurred and led to a specific injury. This type of evidence can be vital in stopping frivolous claims from the at-fault party. Broken and scarred Bones Despite the presence of sidewalks and crosswalks pedestrians are still vulnerable to injuries in traffic accidents. This is because certain drivers, despite laws and regulations, and even precautions designed to shield pedestrians from accidents caused by motor vehicles, are too reckless and negligent when operating their trucks, cars and motorcycles on New York streets. Pedestrians are often injured seriously in these types of incidents, including traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and broken bones in the feet, hands and legs. Those who have suffered injuries like these are likely to be faced with significant medical bills and 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. A pedestrian who is hit by a vehicle or car may also suffer soft-tissue injuries. These include bruises, muscle strains and whiplash. These injuries can take a long time to heal and can cause long-term pain for the victim. A knowledgeable attorney will go over the evidence relating to an accident involving a pedestrian, including medical documents, police reports and photographs and give a fair and accurate estimate of the amount the victim should be compensated. In addition to economic damages that result in a financial cost pedestrians may also be entitled to compensation for non-economic damages like emotional and physical pain and suffering, humiliation and loss of enjoyment life. If, in addition, your personal property was damaged during the accident, you may be entitled to the cost of repair or replacement costs. An attorney from Oresky & Associates can guide you through the process of filing a pedestrian crash lawsuit against a motorist or another party who is responsible for your injuries. Our attorneys will fight to get you the compensation you are entitled to. This includes all of your current and future medical expenses, rehabilitation care as well as lost income and property damage. Our law firm is familiar with all the different sections of New York State and City law that regulate pedestrians, and we will use this knowledge to the advantage of your case. Permanent Disfigurement The injuries that can result when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle are usually catastrophic. This is especially true when the person is struck on the head. This type of injury can result in a brain injury that results in concussions, or a traumatic brain hemorrhage also known as a brain bleed. The symptoms can include blurred vision, memory loss and a headache. It is essential for the patient to visit a doctor immediately and note all injuries, including any permanent scarring or disfigurement. If a person is damaged or scarred because of an accident their quality of life may be substantially reduced and they could suffer significant financial losses that could be compensated through civil law. The most obvious and significant financial losses are medical bills for treatment, prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care that will be required to treat the consequences of permanent scarring or disfigurement. This can be very costly and could include physical therapy and psychological counseling as well as medical care for ailments like depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder. A person who has been permanently disabled may not be able to earn an income and earn as they used to. This can result in substantial lost wages and an eventual loss of earnings that could be recouped as well. Proving that a person is suffering from a permanent disfigurement can be a challenge and is often disputed by insurance companies or litigants in court. Photographs and videos are helpful in proving that the damage is in fact permanent. It is crucial that the plaintiff keeps the medical records of their patients, and has them reference the disfigurement in the injury. Expert testimony can also prove the extent of a permanent injury and its impact on a person's quality of life and enjoyment of life. It is important that you be aware of your rights if you have been seriously hurt in a pedestrian accident. Contact a seasoned New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney will review the details of your case to determine what damages you may be entitled to. The attorney will investigate which parties could be held accountable for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that hit you, a city agency for shoddy sidewalks or faulty street lights that caused your accident or the company of an on-duty delivery or ride-share driver that was involved in your accident.