Pedestrians rarely come out of a collision with a vehicle unscathed. If a motorist has struck you, you may be entitled to compensation. Research by the Department of Health (DOH) for New York State shows that each year in New York State, there are on average:
The team at Rosenberg & Gluck, L.L.P. believes motorists who drive recklessly and fail to keep others safe should be held accountable. For a free, no-obligation consultation about your pedestrian accident case, call us at (516) 451-7900 to start the process of going after the compensation you may be entitled to.
For a free legal consultation with a pedestrian accidents lawyer serving Hempstead, call 516-451-7900
Pedestrian collisions may change your life forever, causing life-altering injuries. Victims may require hospitalization and extensive rehabilitation, leaving them unable to work for significant periods, adding financial worries to their suffering.
Accidents involving pedestrians may be caused by the recklessness or inattention of other motorists, but it is the claimant who must prove an at-fault driver’s negligence to recover compensation. Some examples of reckless driving may include:
New York is a no-fault insurance state, which enables you to receive payment of medical bills and some lost earnings from the available no-fault insurance. As a pedestrian struck, the no-fault coverage for the vehicle that struck you will provide this no-fault coverage.
In order to pursue damages for your pain and suffering, and other losses not covered by no-fault, you must pursue a claim against the at-fault party. This may enable you to pursue a range of awards that reflect a more accurate value for your losses. You may be entitled to pursue compensation for:
In addition to the no-fault laws, New York has a comparative negligence law, which may further complicate your case if the at-fault party asserts that you share some responsibility for causing the accident. If you are found to be partially at fault for the accident, any award you are entitled to can be reduced by your percentage of fault. A lawyer can help fight allegations that you were negligent and may be able to ensure any blame potentially apportioned to you is an accurate representation of the facts.
Even if you were partly responsible, it is always worth considering seeking advice from a pedestrian accident lawyer as you could still be entitled to claim damages. Seeking legal representation may put you in a better position when it comes to obtaining a fair recovery.
If you have questions or concerns regarding your accident, the team at Rosenberg & Gluck, L.L.P. may be able to give you answers in a free case evaluation by calling (516) 451-7900.
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You should seek medical attention if a motorist strikes you as a pedestrian. Having your injuries treated and documented may be essential for your health and legal rights.
Insurance companies may view delays in receiving medical attention as evidence that you were not significantly harmed and use this against you.
Even if you feel uninjured or that your injuries are minor, you should consider visiting your primary care provider for an exam as some injuries may not present immediately.
You should report your accident to the police and your insurance company when it is safe to do so, and if you are able. Use caution when speaking with your insurance company. You can always call back after consulting with a lawyer.
If you are able, collect any evidence you may be able to from the scene. It may help your case if you can:
Seeking advice from a pedestrian accident lawyer in North Hempstead may help you navigate the legal process involved with claiming compensation. They may be able to speak on your behalf to insurance adjusters, for example.
It may be important to consider getting a legal team working for you sooner rather than later. The New York Civil Practice Law & Rules § 214 generally leaves a three-year time limit to file a claim, though there may be exceptions that may shorten a deadline such as suing a municipality or when bringing a wrongful death claim.
The team at Rosenberg & Gluck, L.L.P. may be able to put their experience to work for you. If you or a loved one has injuries from being hit by another motorist while you were a pedestrian, we may be able to help you recover a fair settlement for your damages and losses. If you hire us, our services may include:
We have experience helping people recover the compensation they may be entitled to for injuries and losses caused by the reckless or negligent acts of others. Call us at (516) 451-7900 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. We can also help clients in Spanish.
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