Struck Down by a Driver in NYC?
In a pedestrian accident, drivers always say that the walker or bicyclist was doing something wrong. Our investigation commonly reveals that it was the driver who was distracted, reckless or failed to yield the right of way.
If you were hit by a car while crossing the street or riding a bike, contact us immediately. The personal injury lawyers of Roura & Melamed know exactly how to investigate pedestrian accidents to increase your odds of recovering damages.
New York City Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
We have obtained settlements and verdicts in pedestrian and bicycle injury cases throughout the city:
- Adults and children struck by motorists
- Taxi accidents and bus accidents
- Pedestrian accidents in parking lots
- Bicyclists run over, sideswiped, cut off or forced off the road
The defense will often argue that the victim crossed against a light or outside of the crosswalk (jaywalking). But a driver cannot just run a person over. You can still recover compensation if you were partly at fault, but contributory negligence may lower the settlement value or reduce the jury award.
Insurance Coverage and Third Party Claims
In addition to driver negligence (such as speeding, intoxication, illegal turns and inattention), the City of New York and other parties may share liability if potholes, confusing road signs, overgrown foliage or an illegally parked car contributed to the accident by obstructing the driver's view. Roura & Melamed explores all potential claims and all potential sources of insurance, including homeowner and uninsured/underinsured motorist policies.
Another key to our success is prompt response to secure evidence and obtain witness statements. We have used professional accident reconstruction specialists, especially in fatal accidents or when the victim suffered permanent and severe injuries common in pedestrian and bike accidents: head trauma, facial injuries, multiple fractures or lost limbs.
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Roura & Melamed has handled personal injury claims across New York City since 1980. Call us at 212-227-6821 to discuss your pedestrian accident. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your claim.
