Bronx Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Protecting Pedestrians and Their Right to Compensation

It’s frightening to consider, but pedestrian accidents can happen to anyone at virtually any time. When we stroll down a sidewalk or cross a street, we trust that others will behave responsibly. The law even requires drivers to exercise special care around pedestrians and bicycles. This includes all types of drivers, including those driving a car, truck, or motorcycle.

Yet every day, regular people just like you – and scores of children, too – are injured by the negligence or recklessness of a driver, a motorcyclist, or a bicyclist. The five boroughs of New York City are home to some of the world’s most congested and dangerous traffic conditions. Any vehicle can strike you at a moment’s notice while you are simply walking across the road and can leave you with serious injuries.

If you’ve been injured while walking in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Manhattan, Long Island, or another area in or around New York City and NY state, contact an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer right away at the Law Offices of Thomas J. Lavin.

How Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen?

The most common causes of injurious pedestrian accidents are:

• Drunk driving or driving while under the influence of drugs;
• Failure to yield at a signal, stop sign, or crosswalk;
• Loss of vehicular control; and
• Speeding or brake failure.
• Distracted driving and driving while tired also account for a large portion of car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents, including those involving pedestrians. A portion of these cases is also hit and run.

Sadly, many car, truck, and bus accidents involving pedestrians are fatal due to the size differential. Our lawyers are also here to represent you if a loved one was killed in an accident.

Pedestrian accidents can happen anywhere and aren’t limited to busy streets. Parking lots and garages are particularly dangerous for pedestrians that are walking. Even if a vehicle is moving at low speeds, a collision can still cause a serious injury or even death.

If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident, you need to take legal action as soon as possible in order to maximize your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve from your losses. Our Bronx law firm will represent you while dealing with insurance companies too, as it’s not uncommon for insurers to pay just a portion of what a victim is entitled to receive. Not every attorney has the experience and personal injury knowledge needed to get you the compensation you deserve. Contact a law firm handling personal injury cases in New York to help you make the most out of your injury claim. Reach out to the Law Offices of Thomas J. Lavin by calling 718-829-7400 or toll-free at 800-394-4216.

What Damages Can I Claim in my Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit?

The unfortunate reality about pedestrian accidents is they often end up in serious injuries. Pedestrians crossing the street have several protections put into place such as a crosswalk that signals when they can safely cross and having the right of way when crossing other streets. While the majority of motor vehicle drivers obey the right of way laws, it only takes one negligent driver to cause a serious pedestrian accident. If you were walking across the road and got hit by a car, you may be able to claim damages in a lawsuit that can give you the compensation needed to recover from your injuries. Damages that you can recover include lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. Our team of Bronx accidents lawyers can assist you in proving the extent of your damages to maximize the amount of financial compensation you end up receiving for your pedestrian accident claim. Victims that were struck by a negligent driver can often be reluctant to file a claim because they are unsure of their rights in regards to traffic laws. Pedestrian accident lawyers like the ones from our Bronx personal injury law firm can reaffirm your rights and uphold them to the best of their abilities. Pedestrians deserve the same rights to compensation that a car accident victim has. Our Bronx personal injury attorneys can not only utilize the evidence surrounding your pedestrian accident to prove your damages but can also use it as leverage with the insurance company responsible for paying out a settlement for your injuries. Contact a pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to ensure you get treated fairly and get the compensation you need to get back to full health.

What If My Loved One Was Killed in a Pedestrian Accident?

If you’ve lost an immediate family member in a pedestrian accident, obviously your grief and suffering cannot be relieved by money alone, but a wrongful death claim can help you recover the many unforeseeable expenses associated with a loved one’s sudden, accidental death. The Bronx pedestrian accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Thomas J. Lavin have 30 years of experience defending accident victims and their families, and our record of success speaks for itself. When a negotiated settlement cannot be reached, a personal injury attorney will not hesitate to take your case to trial and bring our considerable resources and experience to your defense.

What are the Next Steps I Should Take After My Pedestrian Accident?

If you’ve been injured – or if you’re injured as a pedestrian in the future – call us for a free consultation immediately after you receive medical treatment. We never charge a client until you are awarded the compensation you need. If you are injured in a pedestrian accident in New York, and another person’s negligence caused your injury, speak to an experienced Bronx personal injury attorney today at the Law Offices of Thomas J. Lavin. Call us at 718-829-7400 or toll-free at 800-394-4216, or complete the form on our Contact Page and take the first step towards recovering the compensation you rightfully deserve following your sudden and unfortunate pedestrian accident.