NYC Crosswalk Injury Attorneys
Hit by a Car in a New York City Crosswalk? Call Our Firm
Nearly 20 million people call the State of New York home, and half of them live in New York City. Yet, the City accounts for 72 percent of all of the state’s vehicle vs. pedestrian accidents and 59 percent of pedestrian deaths. Obviously, New York City is a dangerous place to walk around in. If you have been hit by a motor vehicle or had a family member killed by a motor vehicle, it is vital that you contact an experienced NYC car accident lawyer.
For decades, the legal team at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP has successfully represented New York City pedestrian accident victims and their families. To find out more about your legal rights and options, call our offices today at (212) 986-7353 to schedule a free consultation.
Your Rights as a New York Pedestrian
Under Article 27 § 1151 of New York State’s traffic laws, when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk where traffic-control signals are not in place or not in operation, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right of way. Anyone who’s ever visited The Big Apple knows that drivers don’t always respect this law.
Damages in a New York City Pedestrian Accident
If you or a family member has been hit by a motor vehicle and suffered injuries as a pedestrian, you could be able to pursue any of the following damages:
- Medical bills
- Pain and suffering
- Costs of physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Home and vehicle modifications (such as wheelchair ramps, lifts, etc.)
- Permanent injury or disability
- Lost wages
- Loss of career or earning ability
- Punitive damages
- Loss of a limb
- Wrongful death damages if a family or other loved one is killed in a pedestrian accident
When your body is hit by several tons of galvanized steel, you’re going to suffer some serious injuries. To get the settlement you deserve, it is crucial that you contact a skilled NYC crosswalk injury attorney.
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Contact Our NYC Crosswalk Accident Lawyers Today for Help
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP has over 50 years of experience to put behind your case. For a free consultation with one of our New York City personal injury lawyers, call us today at (212) 986-7353.
Additional Information
- How to Avoid Crosswalk Accidents
- Tourists Injured in NYC
- New York Traffic Law and Pedestrian Safety
- Pedestrians - NYC DOT