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New York City Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

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New York City remains one of the most dangerous cities in America for pedestrians. Every year, hundreds of pedestrians are killed and countless more are injured across the city’s five boroughs—and most of these devastating accidents are the result of motorist negligence. 

If you were injured or if someone you love was killed in a pedestrian accident, you deserve justice. At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, we fight for the rights of those injured by careless, reckless, and distracted motorists. Our New York City pedestrian accident attorneys are committed to holding the responsible party accountable and helping you fight for the maximum compensation you are owed.


Call (646) 813-3922 or contact us online for a free consultation today. Hablamos español.


Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right of Way? 

It’s a common refrain, “Pedestrians always have the right of way.” But how true is this statement? Generally speaking, drivers of motor vehicles should always use caution when sharing the road with pedestrians. Whenever possible, they should yield to pedestrians to avoid a collision. However, there are certain times in which pedestrians are legally required to yield to oncoming traffic.

In New York City, motorists should always yield the right of way to pedestrians: 

  • When pedestrians are crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks
  • When exiting alleys, driveways, parking lots, and other structures 
  • Any time it is reasonably possible and safe to do so 

Pedestrians also have certain responsibilities when sharing the road with motorists, bicyclists, and others. 

These responsibilities include: 

  • Crossing roadways only in marked or unmarked crosswalks when there is a green traffic signal or “walk” signal in the direction the pedestrian is crossing 
  • Avoiding “darting out,” or suddenly leaving a place of safety, such as a curb or sidewalk, and entering the roadway when oncoming vehicles cannot reasonably yield
  • Using sidewalks whenever they are available or, when sidewalks are not available, walking as far as possible on the shoulder, facing oncoming traffic 
  • Avoiding crossing roadways between adjacent intersections where working traffic control devices are in use (“jaywalking”) 

Both pedestrians and motorists must know and follow all applicable traffic laws. Not only does this keep you safe, but it also helps ensure the safety of others on the road. 

Common Injuries Resulting from Pedestrian Accidents 

Pedestrians are completely unprotected when they are involved in collisions with large, heavy vehicles. As a result, they are the ones who tend to suffer severe or fatal injuries in these types of accidents, rather than the vehicle occupants. 

Some of the most common types of pedestrian accident injuries include:

  • Broken bones/fractures
  • Serious cuts and abrasions
  • Soft tissue damage 
  • Road rash
  • Burn injuries 
  • Head and neck injuries 
  • Back injuries 
  • Traumatic brain injuries 
  • Spine injuries 
  • Paralysis 
  • Internal bleeding 
  • Nerve damage 
  • Soft tissue and organ damage
  • Traumatic amputation 
  • Whiplash 

At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, we recognize the severe impact pedestrian accidents have on victims and their loved ones. Our New York City pedestrian accident lawyers can help you understand your legal options, including your right to seek fair compensation for your injuries and damages.

Compensation for Injured Pedestrians 

Numerous factors affect the overall value of your claim, including the severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical care, your degree of fault (if any) in causing the accident, the extent of your pain and suffering, and more. Additionally, if you did not suffer a “serious injury,” as defined by the state, you will likely only be covered by the driver’s no-fault insurance, which provides compensation for medical expenses, a portion of your lost wages, and certain other out-of-pocket expenses. 

However, due to the severe nature of these collisions, most pedestrian accident victims sustain severe, even life-threatening injuries. This means that most are eligible to go outside the no-fault system and file personal injury lawsuits against liable parties. 

Some of the most common types of damages recovered in pedestrian accident lawsuits include:

  • Past, current, and future medical expenses 
  • Past, current, and future lost wages/income
  • Lost or diminished earning capacity 
  • Past, current, and future pain and suffering 
  • Lost or diminished quality/enjoyment of life 
  • Miscellaneous expenses, such as in-home assistance and care

At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, we fight to recover maximum compensation for our clients. Our attorneys aggressively negotiate with insurance companies for fair settlements, but we are always ready to go to trial whenever necessary. 

How the Pedestrian Accident Attorneys at Keith D. Silverstein & Associates Can Help

As your legal team, we will handle every aspect of your claim. From helping you obtain proper medical care to communicating with the insurance company so that you don’t have to, we will be there to take care of the details so that you can spend your time focusing on your physical recovery.

Our New York City pedestrian accident attorneys are here to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have. We offer complimentary case evaluations and provide all our legal services on a contingency fee basis. This means that, if we do not recover compensation for you, you do not pay.


To request a free consultation, call (646) 813-3922or submit a secure contact formtoday.


Compensation for Injured Pedestrians 

Numerous factors affect the overall value of your claim, including the severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical care, your degree of fault (if any) in causing the accident, the extent of your pain and suffering, and more. 

Additionally, if you did not suffer a “serious injury,” as defined by the state, you will likely only be covered by the driver’s no-fault insurance, which provides compensation for medical expenses, a portion of your lost wages, and certain other out-of-pocket expenses. 

However, due to the severe nature of these collisions, most pedestrian accident victims sustain severe, even life-threatening injuries. This means that most are eligible to go outside the no-fault system and file personal injury lawsuits against liable parties. 

Some of the most common types of damages recovered in pedestrian accident lawsuits include:

  • Past, current, and future medical expenses 
  • Past, current, and future lost wages/income
  • Lost or diminished earning capacity 
  • Past, current, and future pain and suffering 
  • Lost or diminished quality/enjoyment of life 
  • Miscellaneous expenses, such as in-home assistance and care

At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, we fight to recover maximum compensation for our clients. Our attorneys aggressively negotiate with insurance companies for fair settlements, but we are always ready to go to trial whenever necessary. 

We Care About Your Healing Our Client's Story

"My husband was injured a few years ago and Keith D. Silverstein & Associates was there to help him receive the compensation he deserved. They worked hard and never settled for anything less than what they thought he was entitled to."

- Virginia

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