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Hit by a car while crossing the street in New York? Staggering numbers of people are left with serious or fatal injuries when a driver fails to yield — the most common driver error, according to the Department of Transportation. New York City has its share of aggressive drivers, and unfortunately, innocent people can pay the ultimate price.
Were you, or someone you love, hit by a car crossing the street, and left injured? You are not alone. Statistics issued by the DOT show that a shocking 52% of the city’s traffic fatalities are pedestrians hit by a car, truck, or taxi. Those who were injured by a negligent driver should seek help from a pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible. Close family members who have lost a loved one have the right to pursue justice and compensation by filing a wrongful death claim.
Drivers injured 1,536 pedestrians and bicyclists in just one month in NYC. To date, the DOT reports 12,042 pedestrians were injured in 2014. The facts indicate that the problem is not getting better, with 17 pedestrians dying in just the month of October. Families are left struggling to deal with the consequences. The costs of emergency medical care, surgeries, and in some cases, long term care, are astronomical. Based upon the severity of the injuries, the outcome could be many weeks, months, or a lifetime of care.
The law allows for a claim or lawsuit to be filed against a negligent driver who has injured another person. Whether the negligent driver was operating a commercial truck, a passenger vehicle, or a taxi, a claim or lawsuit has the aim of holding the responsible party accountable. The lawyer you choose to represent you can make a significant difference in the amount you recover in a settlement or verdict. It is important that an injured pedestrian is represented by a personal injury lawyer who has a record of positive results.
Generally, insurance companies seek out ways to reduce payouts for injuries and deaths. They employ various strategies in this effort, often including blaming the injured pedestrian for the accident. It is not uncommon for an insurance company to contact the injured person or the family directly after a pedestrian accident, and try to initiate the process of negotiating a settlement directly.
Unfortunately, those who are not familiar with personal injury law are at risk of signing off on a settlement offer that is far lower than it should be. Attorney Justin D. Brandel has garnered a reputation in the legal community for his ability to negotiate high-value settlements. Get real help from a pedestrian accident lawyer who you can trust to pursue fair and full compensation.
Don’t fall prey to tactics that could leave you cheated out of what you deserve in a settlement. Mr. Brandel is a skilled litigator and trial lawyer who has won against some of the top insurance company defense lawyers in the New York area. Call for more information.
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