When drivers act carelessly or recklessly behind the wheel, others can suffer serious injuries. This could include pedestrians sharing the roadway or crossing an intersection. If you or a loved one were injured in a Babylon, NY, pedestrian accident, our personal injury lawyers can help you understand your options and navigate the process to get justice on your behalf. Contact us today to get started with a free case consultation.
Our Babylon Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Fight for Justice
If a negligent driver caused your Babylon, NY, pedestrian accident and injuries, you have rights. This includes holding the at-fault driver accountable and recovering compensation to pay for your damages. When our Long Island collision lawyers handle these cases, they must:
- Identify and document your expenses and losses
- Calculate a fair settlement range for the case
- Determine the options for seeking compensation based on case facts
Each pedestrian hit by a car suffers unique injuries and, therefore, has their own set of expenses and losses. However, we have the knowledge and experience to identify these costs and understand how much your case might be worth.
Some common damages in Long Island pedestrian accident cases include:
- Hospital and medical bills, including ambulance or med-evac transportation
- Future care and support needs
- Lost income
- Diminished earning ability
- Related expenses
- Pain and suffering damages
If your loved one died from their Babylon, NY, pedestrian accident injuries, we extend our sincerest sympathy. A wrongful death lawyer from our team can handle your case and help your family navigate this difficult time.
Under EPT § 5-4.1, only the decedent’s personal representative—the executor of the estate—can serve as plaintiff in a New York state wrongful death action. You generally have up to two years to sue.
The recoverable damages could include:
- Medical bills from your loved one’s treatment, including emergency transportation
- Any conscious pain and suffering endured by the victim before they passed
- The loss of income
- Funeral and burial expenses
Contact our team today to learn more.
Why Hire a Babylon Pedestrian Accident Lawyer From Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC?
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, has been fighting for the rights of injured victims since 1938. We have over eight decades of experience helping pedestrian accident victims recover the money they need for medical care and other expenses. We know how to handle even the most complex and challenging cases.
Our attorneys treat every client just like we would a member of our family. We know how much it costs to undergo treatment for serious injuries and live with the effects of a catastrophic accident. We will not settle for less than our clients deserve, even if it means taking a case to trial.
Over the years, we have won millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. We have the knowledge, experience, resources, and reputation to build the most compelling cases, navigate the claims process, and recover a fair payout.
Some recent pedestrian accident outcomes include:
- $2,000,000 mediated settlement for a pedestrian not seen by a careless driver
- $1,200,000 settlement for a pedestrian hit in a crosswalk
- $600,000 for a middle school student hit by a car after getting off the school bus
- $475,000 for a pedestrian who required surgery after being struck in a crosswalk
- $325,000 for a pedestrian hit in a Long Island parking lot
Our personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. Our clients owe nothing unless we win their case. Learn more during your free consultation with our team. Call us today to get started.
Our Babylon Lawyers Know How Challenging It Is to Overcome a Pedestrian Accident
When a car or truck strikes a pedestrian, the victim often suffers catastrophic injuries. Pedestrians have no protection from the forces of an accident, which sometimes occur at increased speeds.
Our Babylon, NY, personal injury lawyers understand how to handle catastrophic injury claims, including recovering the compensation necessary for future medical care and ongoing support. We know the physical, emotional, and financial costs of living with a lasting injury.
Some of the injuries we commonly see in clients hurt in pedestrian accidents include:
- Spinal cord injuries (SCIs)
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Traumatic amputations
- Serious fractures
- Neck and back injuries
- Other significant limb injuries
- Internal bleeding
Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Will Build a Compelling Case Based on Your Babylon, NY Crash
Our Babylon lawyers know how to build a compelling case showing the at-fault driver acted negligently and caused your injuries. We know what causes these accidents and how to investigate them. Trust us to handle your case from start to finish.
Negligence is at the heart of every civil case based on a pedestrian collision. There are four elements required to document negligence:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Harm
To hold a driver accountable for your injuries, we must show negligence occurred. Some common reasons why a driver acts negligently and causes a crash include:
- Distracted Driving: Distracted drivers do not have their full attention on safe driving. Distractions can be physical, visual, or mental.
- Drunk or Drugged Driving: When someone is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they are much more likely to make careless mistakes behind the wheel.
- Speeding: Exceeding the speed limit or driving too fast for the current conditions can make it difficult to recognize a pedestrian and slow down in time.
- Failure to Account for Conditions: Drivers must account for traffic, weather, and road conditions to prevent accidents.
We must also show how negligence led to the direct cause of the crash. Some common causes of pedestrian accidents include:
- Failure to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians
- Not leaving enough space when passing a pedestrian
- Failure to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk
Whether turning right or left, drivers must check the intersection for pedestrians. Failing to do so is one of the most common ways careless drivers cause pedestrian accident injuries.
Let Our Babylon Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Navigate the Process for You
When you choose our pedestrian accident attorneys for your Babylon, NY, case, we handle all aspects of your case from start to finish. You can focus on your health while we handle your insurance claim or lawsuit. We know how to build a compelling case, protect your rights, and fight for justice.
The evidence available to prove your case will depend greatly on the circumstances. Our pedestrian accident lawyers know what to look for and how to develop a persuasive case for compensation. Some common types of evidence we use to document negligence, fault, and damages include:
- Relevant medical records
- The police accident report
- Witness statements
- Photos and videos of the accident scene
- Testimony from experts
- Physical evidence
- Documentation of damages, such as medical bills
Once we have the evidence, we can determine the next steps for seeking compensation and holding the at-fault driver accountable. There are several ways we recover the money our clients need in these cases. They include:
- Negotiating a fair settlement with the driver’s insurance carrier
- Filing a personal injury lawsuit and settling the case outside of court
- Closing the case through mediation or arbitration
- Taking the case to a jury trial and asking for a fair payout
There is no way to predict how much your case might be worth or what approach we might need to take without first understanding the unique aspects of your accident, injuries, and damages. Our team provides free consultations for victims of pedestrian accidents on Long Island. Let us review the facts of your case with you today.
When Should I Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for My Babylon Injury Case?
The Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, personal injury team encourages you to contact us as soon as your injuries are stable or after your loved one suffered catastrophic injuries in a collision.
Under New York law, CVP § 214, injury victims usually have up to three years to sue. However, there might be additional deadlines. We encourage you to act sooner since evidence begins to disappear shortly after an accident, and crucial documentation could be unavailable if you delay hiring a lawyer for your case.
Discuss Your Babylon Pedestrian Accident With Our Team for Free
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, provides free consultations for accident victims and their families. We will assess your case and discuss how we can seek fair compensation for you.
Call us today for a free consultation, and Let Our Family Help Your Family.