Proving Liability for a New York Pedestrian Accident

Victims of New York pedestrian accidents often need to prove who was responsible for the crash before receiving compensation for the damages they have suffered. Proving liability can become a complicated process if the at-fault driver denies responsibility for the accident. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident it would be in your best interest to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer who will inform you about your legal rights and options.
When the authorities cite a motorist for a pedestrian collision, it becomes a lot easier for plaintiffs to prove fault and liability. Under Vehicle Code 1151, drivers must yield right-of-way to pedestrians utilizing a crosswalk or legally crossing the street at an intersection. Under Section 1152, pedestrians must yield right-of-way to all oncoming traffic if attempting to cross a roadway at a location where there is no crosswalk or intersection. Holding drivers liable for these types of accidents, where a crosswalk is absent, can be more complicated. In such situations, the assistance of a skilled injury lawyer can prove invaluable.
Proving driver negligence is the key to determining fault in a New York pedestrian accident. Was the driver talking on a cell phone? Did the motorist fail to yield the right of way? Was the driver talking to friends or sending a text at the time of the collision? Injured victims of negligent drivers may file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for losses such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering etc. If the pedestrian accident was caused by a dangerous roadway or intersection, the governmental entity responsible for maintaining that roadway can also be held liable. In New York, there is a 90-day time limit to file a personal injury or wrongful death notice of claim etc. against a governmental entity. However, under certain circumstances we can apply to the court to extend that time period.
The experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm protect the rights of injured pedestrians. We know how to hold at-fault drivers accountable for their actions. We also have the resources and the tenacity it takes to fight governmental agencies on behalf of injured clients. For more information about pursuing your legal rights, please call 1-800-WORK-4-YOU (1-800-967-5496) today. We can also help you with personal injury cases in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Florida. If you have been seriously injured in any of the 50 U.S. states, please call us and we will try to help you with your case.
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