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New York City Pedestrian Knockdown Lawyers
When a person walking on the street, crosswalk, or sidewalk is struck by a car, truck, or bus, this is called a pedestrian knockdown accident and the results can be devastating or even fatal.
Each year pedestrian fatalities comprise about 12 percent of all traffic fatalities. That means that every year approximately 4,000 pedestrians are killed in a traffic-related accident. Another 59,000 pedestrians are injured in roadway crashes annually.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is working hard to make our streets safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. We believe that education can play a large role in helping to reduce the number of pedestrian traffic-related injuries. Still, all too often, serious injuries and death result when a pedestrian is hit or struck by a car, bus, or truck.
According to FHWA:
In 2018, 6,283 pedestrians died from roadway crashes, the highest toll since 1990, and from 2009 to 2018, pedestrian fatalities in crashes increased 53 percent, and the pedestrian share of all highway fatalities increased 42 percent.
A pedestrian or a person crossing the street is no match for a car or truck. When pedestrians and motor vehicles collide, lives can be ruined. Being hit by a car may be caused by the driver’s carelessness, such as the following:
- Distracted driving
- Running a stop sign or red light
- Obstruction of driver’s view
- Failure to maintain control of the car, truck, or bus
- Improper or illegal turn
This driver’s negligence may result in a life-changing event for the person hit by the car. The injured party may be entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages. They should consult with an experienced New York personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to discuss their rights and options.
Injured in a New York Pedestrian Knockdown Accident?
If you have been hit by a car in New York City, it can be a trying and difficult time. There are claim forms that need to be timely submitted. Insurance companies are contacting you for information. All of this while you are concerned for your future and trying to recoup from your injuries. You have questions. We have the answers.
We know that you have enough to worry about and will ensure that all of your claims are timely processed. We know how to make the claims process as worry-free as possible for you. With our years of experience and knowledge of the law, we will fight to get you the maximum compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Since 1987, Mr. DiMartini has represented people hurt in New York City pedestrian knockdown accidents. He is an experienced New York personal injury lawyer, with a long record of success winning favorable settlements and awards for his injured clients.
Mr. DiMartini will personally explain all of your rights and options to you. He has a reputation with his clients for caring and being there for them when they need him. At the same time, he is steadfast in standing up for his clients’ rights against the large insurance companies and their lawyers. He will fight for you!
Personal injury litigation is all we do. We get results!
New York Pedestrian Knockdown Accident
