New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

If you were hit by a car, NYCT bus, or MTA Bus, or any type of vehicle while walking, a pedestrian accident lawyer can help you get the maximum compensation you deserve, including pain and suffering, your medical expenses, lost wages, and other accident-related losses. An attorney can investigate the cause of the accident, identify the responsible parties, negotiate with insurance companies, and protect your rights throughout the claims process.

The Pryor Law Firm represents injured pedestrians throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and the greater New York City area, including Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Whether you were struck in a crosswalk, at an intersection, or in a parking lot, we are committed to helping you seek the financial recovery you need after a serious accident.

Experienced Representation for Injured Pedestrians

After a pedestrian accident, you deserve legal representation that is responsive, accessible, and focused on your recovery.

When you work with The Pryor Law Firm, you benefit from:

  • More than 30 years of litigation experience representing injured New Yorkers.
  • Former prosecutor and experienced trial lawyer prepared to pursue litigation when necessary.
  • More than $45 million recovered through settlements and verdicts.
  • Direct access to our lead trial attorney, Kenneth Pryor, not just support staff or case managers.
  • Personalized legal representation tailored to your injuries and circumstances.
  • Virtual consultations are available for your convenience.

We understand that every pedestrian accident is different, and we take the time to develop a legal strategy based on your unique situation and goals.

Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle

Pedestrian accidents can occur almost anywhere a person shares the road with motor vehicles. Our firm represents clients injured in a wide range of pedestrian accident cases, including:

Crosswalk Accidents

Drivers are required to exercise reasonable care around pedestrians and, in many situations, yield the right of way. Failure to do so can result in serious injuries, even at relatively low speeds.

Intersection Accidents

Many pedestrian accidents occur when drivers fail to yield while turning, run red lights or stop signs, or become distracted in busy intersections.

Parking Lot and Garage Accidents

Parking lots and parking garages present unique hazards for pedestrians. Drivers who back up, speed, or fail to watch for foot traffic can cause preventable collisions.

Hit-and-Run Accidents

A driver leaving the scene does not necessarily prevent an injured pedestrian from pursuing compensation. Depending on the circumstances, insurance coverage or other legal options may still be available.

Distracted, Speeding, and Impaired Driving Accidents

Drivers who are texting, speeding, driving under the influence, or otherwise operating their vehicles carelessly place pedestrians at significant risk of serious injury.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment and lengthy recovery periods. A personal injury claim may help you recover compensation for both financial losses and the personal impact of the accident.

Depending on your case, compensation may include:

  • Significant awards for pain and suffering
  • Medical expenses
  • Future medical treatment and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced earning capacity
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Other accident-related damages

If a pedestrian accident results in a fatal injury, surviving family members may have the right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim.

Who Is Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents?

Establishing liability requires showing that another party acted negligently and that their actions caused your injuries. While many pedestrian accidents involve negligent drivers, each case requires a careful investigation of the available evidence.

Evidence commonly used in pedestrian accident claims includes police reports, witness statements, photographs, surveillance or traffic camera footage, vehicle damage, and medical records. In some cases, accident reconstruction professionals may also help explain how the collision occurred.

New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning an injured pedestrian may still recover compensation even if they were partially responsible for the accident. However, any recovery may be reduced based on the individual’s percentage of fault. 

How a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Can Help

Pedestrian accident claims often involve serious injuries, disputed liability, and insurance companies that attempt to minimize or deny valid claims. An experienced attorney can protect your rights, investigate the circumstances of the collision, and pursue the compensation you need while you focus on your recovery.

The Pryor Law Firm can gather evidence, review police reports and witness statements, work with medical professionals and other experts when appropriate, communicate with insurance companies, and evaluate the full extent of your damages. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to litigate to achieve the best possible outcome.

Talk to New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The Pryor Law Firm represents injured pedestrians throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and the greater New York City area, including Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Whether your accident occurred on a neighborhood street, a busy intersection, or near a school, business, or transit stop, we are prepared to help protect your legal rights and pursue just compensation. Contact us today to discuss your accident and explore your legal options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do after a pedestrian accident?

Seek medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor. Report the accident to the police, document the scene if you are able, gather witness information, and avoid discussing fault with the driver’s insurance company before speaking with an attorney.

Can I recover compensation if I was crossing outside a crosswalk?

Yes, but each case is different. New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means you may still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery may be reduced based on your percentage of responsibility.

What if the driver fled the scene?

You may still have options for recovering compensation. Depending on the circumstances, uninsured motorist coverage or other insurance policies may apply. An attorney can help identify potential sources of recovery.

How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident lawsuit in New York?

In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York. Certain exceptions and shorter deadlines may apply, particularly if a government entity is involved. For example, if you were hit by an MTA bus or NYCT bus, the time periods are shorter, and you must also file a Notice of Claim before you can commence a lawsuit within the strict time limitations set forth under the law. It is essential to contact an attorney immediately to protect your rights. 

Pedestrian Accidents

New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

If you were hit by a car, NYCT bus, or MTA Bus, or any type of vehicle while walking, a pedestrian accident lawyer can help you get the maximum compensation you deserve, including pain and suffering, your medical expenses, lost wages, and other accident-related losses. An attorney can investigate the cause of the accident, identify the responsible parties, negotiate with insurance companies, and protect your rights throughout the claims process.

The Pryor Law Firm represents injured pedestrians throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and the greater New York City area, including Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Whether you were struck in a crosswalk, at an intersection, or in a parking lot, we are committed to helping you seek the financial recovery you need after a serious accident.

Experienced Representation for Injured Pedestrians

After a pedestrian accident, you deserve legal representation that is responsive, accessible, and focused on your recovery.

When you work with The Pryor Law Firm, you benefit from:

  • More than 30 years of litigation experience representing injured New Yorkers.
  • Former prosecutor and experienced trial lawyer prepared to pursue litigation when necessary.
  • More than $45 million recovered through settlements and verdicts.
  • Direct access to our lead trial attorney, Kenneth Pryor, not just support staff or case managers.
  • Personalized legal representation tailored to your injuries and circumstances.
  • Virtual consultations are available for your convenience.

We understand that every pedestrian accident is different, and we take the time to develop a legal strategy based on your unique situation and goals.

Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle

Pedestrian accidents can occur almost anywhere a person shares the road with motor vehicles. Our firm represents clients injured in a wide range of pedestrian accident cases, including:

Crosswalk Accidents

Drivers are required to exercise reasonable care around pedestrians and, in many situations, yield the right of way. Failure to do so can result in serious injuries, even at relatively low speeds.

Intersection Accidents

Many pedestrian accidents occur when drivers fail to yield while turning, run red lights or stop signs, or become distracted in busy intersections.

Parking Lot and Garage Accidents

Parking lots and parking garages present unique hazards for pedestrians. Drivers who back up, speed, or fail to watch for foot traffic can cause preventable collisions.

Hit-and-Run Accidents

A driver leaving the scene does not necessarily prevent an injured pedestrian from pursuing compensation. Depending on the circumstances, insurance coverage or other legal options may still be available.

Distracted, Speeding, and Impaired Driving Accidents

Drivers who are texting, speeding, driving under the influence, or otherwise operating their vehicles carelessly place pedestrians at significant risk of serious injury.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment and lengthy recovery periods. A personal injury claim may help you recover compensation for both financial losses and the personal impact of the accident.

Depending on your case, compensation may include:

  • Significant awards for pain and suffering
  • Medical expenses
  • Future medical treatment and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced earning capacity
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Other accident-related damages

If a pedestrian accident results in a fatal injury, surviving family members may have the right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim.

Who Is Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents?

Establishing liability requires showing that another party acted negligently and that their actions caused your injuries. While many pedestrian accidents involve negligent drivers, each case requires a careful investigation of the available evidence.

Evidence commonly used in pedestrian accident claims includes police reports, witness statements, photographs, surveillance or traffic camera footage, vehicle damage, and medical records. In some cases, accident reconstruction professionals may also help explain how the collision occurred.

New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning an injured pedestrian may still recover compensation even if they were partially responsible for the accident. However, any recovery may be reduced based on the individual’s percentage of fault. 

How a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Can Help

Pedestrian accident claims often involve serious injuries, disputed liability, and insurance companies that attempt to minimize or deny valid claims. An experienced attorney can protect your rights, investigate the circumstances of the collision, and pursue the compensation you need while you focus on your recovery.

The Pryor Law Firm can gather evidence, review police reports and witness statements, work with medical professionals and other experts when appropriate, communicate with insurance companies, and evaluate the full extent of your damages. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to litigate to achieve the best possible outcome.

Talk to New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The Pryor Law Firm represents injured pedestrians throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and the greater New York City area, including Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Whether your accident occurred on a neighborhood street, a busy intersection, or near a school, business, or transit stop, we are prepared to help protect your legal rights and pursue just compensation. Contact us today to discuss your accident and explore your legal options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do after a pedestrian accident?

Seek medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor. Report the accident to the police, document the scene if you are able, gather witness information, and avoid discussing fault with the driver’s insurance company before speaking with an attorney.

Can I recover compensation if I was crossing outside a crosswalk?

Yes, but each case is different. New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means you may still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery may be reduced based on your percentage of responsibility.

What if the driver fled the scene?

You may still have options for recovering compensation. Depending on the circumstances, uninsured motorist coverage or other insurance policies may apply. An attorney can help identify potential sources of recovery.

How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident lawsuit in New York?

In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York. Certain exceptions and shorter deadlines may apply, particularly if a government entity is involved. For example, if you were hit by an MTA bus or NYCT bus, the time periods are shorter, and you must also file a Notice of Claim before you can commence a lawsuit within the strict time limitations set forth under the law. It is essential to contact an attorney immediately to protect your rights.