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Many New Yorkers rely on their feet to move them from point A to point B. As one of the more walkable places in the country, New York has a significant amount of pedestrians on the street at any given moment.
Usually, you can expect to walk to your destination without a problem. Thousands of New Yorkers, however, find themselves in a hospital bed instead.
According to the New York Government, 3,000 pedestrians are hospitalized every year from accidents.
Contact an experienced legal professional if you or someone you love has suffered a pedestrian accident while walking in New York.
Call Elliot Ifraimoff & Associates today to speak to a reliable pedestrian accident lawyer in Queens, NY. Queens is our community, and we want to take care of it.
Many victims of accidents ask themselves, “Why me?” Unfortunately, for many victims, the answer is that they were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.
For accidents involving automobiles, pedestrian accident cases tend to be due to:
For example, if you’re crossing the street and hit by a car speeding through a red light, a traffic violation and/or distracted driving would be the cause.
However, it is not only drivers who cause pedestrian accidents. There is always an abundance of construction and road work happening in New York, which can pose safety hazards to pedestrians.
If sidewalks are damaged, or construction produces dangerous debris, this can lead to falls and serious injuries. A pedestrian accident law firm can help you determine the cause of your accident.
This is the first crucial step in pursuing compensation. Finding the cause of your accident will lead you to find who is liable for your injuries.
While there was a drop in pedestrian fatalities in 2022, injuries remain a serious problem.
When you’re involved in a pedestrian accident, your priority should be recovery. You may not automatically think to call an accident lawyer, but you should find legal representation as soon as possible.
The injuries you sustain from a pedestrian accident are usually severe, and medical bills begin to pile up. With an accident lawyer, you can pursue compensation from the liable party.
When you’re in an accident, you may hear from insurance adjusters. They may offer you a settlement offer immediately, but you shouldn’t accept anything until you talk to an attorney. A pedestrian accident law firm will help you determine what is a fair offer and negotiate accordingly.
Further, an insurance company may argue you were partially responsible for your accident. An attorney will protect you from these accusations.
To prove the guilty party’s liability, you need evidence. This is a job for a pedestrian accident attorney. Queens residents need an attorney who will be on their side. The attorneys at Elliot Ifraimoff & Associates, PC, will collect eyewitness statements, medical records, surveillance footage, and more for your case.
Proving liability can be difficult, but our lawyers are up for the challenge.
In 2021 alone, drivers hit and killed over 3,000 pedestrians. We must hold reckless drivers accountable.
Pedestrian accident victims could seek compensation from a variety of liable parties. Possible liable parties include:
To prove liability, your lawyer must argue that the liable party 1) owed you a duty of care, 2) breached their duty, 3) that breach led to your injuries, and 4) you suffered damages due to those injuries.
Pedestrian accidents may result in serious, life-altering injuries. In such cases, pursuing compensatory damages with an accident lawyer may be in your best interest.
Economic damages account for the calculable economic losses you suffered from your accident. Our lawyers will help you calculate this total, including medical bills, physical therapy, and lost wages.
You can also pursue non-economic damages. These represent intangible losses that are a little more difficult to place a value on. For example, you may seek compensation for loss of enjoyment of life, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
You need a strong support team when you’ve been in a traumatic incident like a pedestrian accident. The Queens pedestrian accident lawyers at Elliot Ifraimoff & Associates, PC, are dedicated to your case.
Our personal injury firm has won millions of dollars in damages. Elliot Ifraimoff & Associates, PC, has been practicing personal injury law for over two decades and knows the process inside and out.
One recent testimony from a pedestrian accident victim describes his experience as a “fast process” with a “great outcome.”
We have over 60 years of combined legal experience and know the importance of personalized legal services. We treat every case with care, doing everything we can to assist you through this difficult process.
If you or someone you love have been in a pedestrian accident, we can help. Here at Elliot Ifraimoff & Associates, we’re available 24/7. We understand the urgency of personal injury accidents and will help you with all types of car accidents and injuries.
Our experienced and passionate team is waiting for your call. Contact 718-205-1010 today to schedule a free consultation.
Common injuries from pedestrian accidents include traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, broken limbs, soft tissue damage, road rash, and internal bleeding.
Yes, you can pursue compensation if you’re partially at fault. You will lose damages according to your portion of fault.
The statute of limitations for a pedestrian accident in New York is three years. You have exactly three years from the accident to file a claim with the help of a Queens pedestrian accident lawyer.
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