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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 medical bills, lost wages from working hours missed, pain and suffering and much more. Both New York City as well as the State have laws that protect pedestrians from crashes caused by motor vehicles. But, even if pedestrians follow the law, they can be struck by cars. A seasoned attorney could uncover missed opportunities to obtain compensation, for instance, from a government agency for unsafe crosswalks and sidewalks. Pedestrians are entitled to the right-of-way Many people assume that pedestrians always have right-of-way when walking in the street. However, this isn't true. While pedestrians have certain rights, they also must follow all the rules of the road in order to ensure their safety and avoid accidents with motor vehicles. pedestrians are at risk of being hit by cars or trucks when they suddenly walk off a curb, or if they run into traffic not looking in both directions. Fortunately, New York and New Jersey have laws that protect pedestrians. When a pedestrian is hit by a car they are often struck with severe injuries that require intensive medical attention and ongoing treatment. They are often confronted with significant financial and personal difficulties that affect their lives. Many pedestrians must pay huge medical bills when they aren't working and earn no income. Additionally, the physical and emotional trauma that results from the accident of a pedestrian could be life-altering and have long-term consequences. In the majority of cases, the driver's fault was to be blamed for a collision. This can be due to distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving. Even if the pedestrian was breaking a traffic law, it's typically the fault of the driver that they crashed into them. The right-of-way for pedestrians is determined by state laws, local ordinances and traffic signals or signs. In the majority of states pedestrians have the right of way if they are in a crosswalk that has an appropriate signal for walking and obeying the other traffic laws. The law isn't black-and-white and may be a bit ambiguous. It could also depend on the facts of a case. A pedestrian is able to claim damages against the driver responsible for their injuries, irrespective of the circumstances. A New York pedestrian accident attorney can help you to understand the laws in your region, determine the driver who is at fault, and fight for all the compensation you are entitled to. Internal Organ Injuries When people are hit by vehicles, their torsos endure lots of trauma that can cause injuries to internal organs. This type of injury often causes severe consequences that drastically impact the victim's day-to-day life and can result in the need for long-term surgeries and the inability to work. These medical costs can quickly increase, and victims may have to file a lawsuit in order to seek compensation from the responsible parties. If the person who is injured has an injury to the kidney or spleen the organ can rupture, causing internal bleeding that's not as readily stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen could be fatal if it is not treated immediately. 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 serious injury that can lead to permanent paralysis, and dramatically alter the victim's life. It is not uncommon for pedestrians to experience the injury to their spinal cords in a car accident, since their heads are only protected by the skull, and they are generally unprepared for the sudden impact of a vehicle. People who are hit by cars are often injured to the lungs, brain, and liver. Brain injuries can be serious and can cause a variety of complications, like loss of memory or inability to concentrate. A brain injury that is traumatizing can also lead to a coma. Lung injuries, such as pneumothorax (when air from the lungs leaks into the chest cavity) can be fatal if not treated immediately. The tragic and common result of pedestrian accidents is wrongful deaths particularly when someone suffers a devastating injury, like an injury to the spine. The victims or their loved ones might be required to bring a lawsuit against the driver at fault and his insurance company to recover compensation for funeral costs and other financial losses. A knowledgeable and skilled pedestrian accident lawyer can help victims take legal action against people or companies that caused their collision. Our firm is able to consult experts, including biomechanical engineers, in order to prove how the collision took place and led to a specific injury. This kind of evidence is crucial in preventing frivolous defenses by the at-fault parties. Broken and swollen Bones Even with the presence of crosswalks, sidewalks and walking bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. It is because certain drivers in spite of the laws and regulations, as well as accommodations designed to protect pedestrians from motor vehicle accidents are reckless and negligent when they operate their cars, trucks and motorcycles on New York streets. Pedestrians often sustain serious injuries in these types of incidents which include traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injury, as well as broken bones in the feet, hands and legs. These injuries can cause expensive medical bills as well as lost earnings due to the absence of work. It is therefore important to find a seasoned NYC pedestrian accident lawyer who will assist you in obtaining compensation. A pedestrian who is struck by a car or vehicle could also sustain soft-tissue injuries. These include bruises, muscle strains, and whiplash. These injuries can take a long time to heal and cause chronic discomfort for the victim. A skilled attorney will review all evidence related to a pedestrian's accident, including medical records as well as police reports and photos and provide a fair and accurate assessment of how much the victim should be compensated. In addition to the economic damage pedestrians could also be entitled to compensation for non-economic damages, like suffering and pain (physical and emotional) humiliation, loss of enjoyment. If your personal property is damaged, you could be entitled to compensation for repair or replacement cost. Oresky & Associates' attorneys can assist you with filing a pedestrian accident suit against the driver, or any other party accountable for your injuries. Our lawyers will fight vigorously to ensure that you receive the full amount of compensation you are entitled to, including any future medical expenses, rehabilitative expenses, lost income, and property damage. YouTube is familiar with all the various sections of New York State and City law pertaining to pedestrians, and we'll use this knowledge to the advantage of your case. Permanent Disfigurement The injuries that can result when a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle are often catastrophic. This is especially true when the victim is struck on the head. This kind of injury can lead to brain trauma that results in a concussion, or even a traumatic brain hemorrhage also known as a brain bleed. Symptoms can include blurred vision, memory loss, and headaches. It is important for the patient to visit a doctor right away and record all injuries, including any permanent scarring or disfigurement. A person who is disfigured or scarred as a result an accident can suffer a substantial loss of quality of life as well as financial losses. These can be paid out under civil law. The most obvious and significant financial loss are medical bills for treatments, prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care that is needed to manage the effects of permanent disfigurement or scarring. It is costly and may include physical therapy, counseling or medical treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression or post-traumatic disorder. A person who has been permanently disfigured may also be unable to make an income and earn as they used to. This can lead to substantial loss of wages and a loss in future earnings that could be recouped. Insurance companies and defendants in court frequently argue that a person suffers from permanent disfigurement. Photos and videos can be used to prove the injury is permanent. It is also important for the plaintiff to keep track of all medical records and to have them reference the disfigurement as a result of the injury. Expert testimony is also very beneficial in proving the severity of permanent disfigurement and the impact it has on a person's quality of life and enjoyment in their lives. It is crucial to be aware of your rights if you've been seriously injured in a pedestrian accident. Contact an experienced New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney will review the details of your case and determine the kind of damages you're entitled to recover. The lawyer will also determine which parties may be held accountable for your injuries. This could be the driver of the vehicle who hit you, 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.