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Why You Need a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer A experienced New York pedestrian accident lawyer can assist you in recovering damages for medical bills as well as lost wages resulting from working hours missed along with pain and suffering and much more. Both New York City as well as the State have laws to protect pedestrians from crashes caused by motor vehicles. Even if pedestrians adhere to the law, they could still be struck by cars. A seasoned attorney could uncover missed opportunities to obtain compensation, like from a government agency for unsafe sidewalks or crosswalks. Pedestrians Have the Right-of-Way Many people assume that pedestrians always have right-of-way when walking on the street. But this isn't always true. While pedestrians have certain rights, they also must follow all the rules of the road to ensure their safety and avoid collisions with motor vehicles. Pedestrians are prone to being struck by trucks or cars if they step suddenly off a curb or run into traffic without looking both ways. Luckily, New York and New Jersey have laws that safeguard pedestrians. When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle they are often struck with severe injuries that require intensive medical attention and ongoing treatment. As a result they are often confronted with major personal and financial challenges that impact their daily lives. Many pedestrians have to pay massive medical bills when they don't work and earn no money. Additionally emotional and physical trauma resulting from an accident with a pedestrian can be life-changing and have long-lasting consequences. In the majority of cases, the driver's negligence was to blame for a crash. This can be due to distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding or reckless driving. Even if the pedestrian was violating a traffic law, it's usually the driver's fault that they crashed into them. A pedestrian's right-of-way can be determined by state laws, local ordinances, and traffic signals or signs. In most states, pedestrians have the right-of-way when they are in a crosswalk that has a walk signal and abide by any other traffic laws. Montgomery injury lawsuit is not black-and-white and may be a bit ambiguous. It may depend on the specific circumstances of a case. A pedestrian may claim damages against the driver responsible for their injuries, regardless of the circumstances. It is important to have a seasoned New York pedestrian accident lawyer on your side to assist you understand the laws in your area, determine who was responsible for your accident and fight for the full compensation you deserve. Internal Organ Injuries When victims are hit by vehicles, the body's torsos are subjected to a lot of trauma that can lead to internal organs being injured. This type of injury usually has devastating consequences that radically affect the person's day-to-day activities including the need for lengthy surgeries and the inability to work. The medical expenses can quickly increase and the victim may need to file a lawsuit in order to get compensation from the at-fault parties. If the injured person has a spleen or kidney injury, the organ can rupture, which causes internal bleeding that isn't as easily stopped as external wounds. A ruptured kidney or spleen can be fatal if not treated promptly. The internal injuries to the victim could affect other organs. A spinal cord injury is a common injury to the internal organs. This is a serious injury that can lead to permanent paralysis, and dramatically alter the life of the victim. In the event of a car accident it is not uncommon for pedestrians only protected by their skulls to sustain an injury to their spine. Brain injuries lung, liver, and lungs are also common for people injured by automobiles. Brain injuries can be very serious and result in a variety of complications, like loss of memory and inability to concentrate. A traumatic brain injury can also result in a condition known as a coma. Lung injuries such as a pneumothorax, which happens when the air in the lungs escapes into the chest cavity, can be fatal if they are not treated promptly. The tragic and common result of pedestrian accidents is the wrongful death in particular when someone suffers a devastating injury such as a spinal injury. Victims and their loved ones might be required to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver and the driver's insurance company to recover compensation for funeral expenses and other financial loss. A pedestrian accident lawyer who is experienced and experienced can assist victims pursue legal action against the parties responsible for their accident. Our firm can consult with experts, including biomechanical engineers, to provide evidence of how the collision occurred and how it led to an injury. This kind of evidence is critical in thwarting frivolous defenses from at-fault parties. Scars and Broken Bones Despite the existence of crosswalks, sidewalks and walking bridges, pedestrians are still able to be injured in traffic accidents. It is because certain drivers, despite laws and regulations, as well as measures designed to safeguard pedestrians from accidents caused by motor vehicles, are too reckless and careless when operating their vehicles, trucks and motorcycles on New York streets. Pedestrians are often injured seriously in these types of incidents, including traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury, as well as broken bones in the feet, hands and legs. These injuries can lead to large medical bills and loss of earnings due to missing work. It is therefore crucial to hire an experienced NYC pedestrian accident lawyer who will help you seek compensation. If a pedestrian is struck by a car or another type of vehicle, he or she could also suffer soft tissue injuries, which could include bruising, muscle sprains and strains, as well as whiplash. These injuries could take months or even years to heal, and they can cause chronic pain and discomfort for the victim. A skilled attorney can review the evidence of an accident involving a pedestrian, such as police reports, medical records and photos, in order to provide an accurate and fair estimate of the amount of compensation a victim is entitled. In addition to the economic damages that result in an expense to the financial pedestrians can also claim compensation for non-economic losses such as physical and emotional pain and suffering, humiliation and loss of enjoyment life. If your personal property is damaged, you could also 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 accident lawsuit against a driver or another party responsible for your injuries. Our lawyers will fight for you to receive the compensation you deserve. This includes all of your future and current medical costs, rehabilitative care, lost income, and property damage. Our firm is well-versed in every aspect of New York State law and City law that affect pedestrians. We will use this knowledge for your case. Permanent Disfigurement The injuries that can occur when pedestrians are struck by a vehicle are often catastrophic. This is especially true when the person is hit on the head. This kind of injury can result in brain trauma, resulting in a concussion or a traumatic cerebral hemorrhage. The signs can include blurred sight, memory loss, and headaches. It is crucial that the victim sees an immediate doctor and records any injuries, including permanent scarring. If a person is scarred or disfigured due to an accident, their quality of life can be significantly diminished and they may have substantial financial losses that could be compensated through civil law. The most obvious and significant financial losses are medical bills for treatments or prescriptions, surgeries and ongoing care that will be required to treat the effects of the permanent scarring or disfigurement. This can be expensive and may include physical therapy, counseling, or medical treatment for ailments such as depression, anxiety or post-traumatic disorder. A person who has been permanently disabled may be unable to make an income and earn as they once did. This can result in substantial lost wages and the loss of future earnings that can be recovered as well. Insurance companies and defendants in court typically argue that a person has an irreparable disfigurement. Videos and photographs can be helpful in proving that the damage is indeed permanent. It is important that the plaintiff keeps track of their medical records and that they reference the disfigurement in the injury. Expert testimony can be very useful in proving the extent of a permanent disfigurement and its impact on a person's quality of life and enjoyment life. It is important that you be aware of your rights if you have been seriously hurt in a pedestrian crash. Contact a knowledgeable New York pedestrian injury attorney immediately. The attorney can review the details of your case and determine the types of damages you are entitled to recover. The lawyer will also consider which parties may be held liable for your injuries. This could include the driver of the vehicle that struck you as well as a city agency that is responsible for unsafe sidewalks or faulty street lights which contributed to your accident or the company of a delivery driver on duty or ride-share driver that was involved in your accident.