Were you or a loved hit by a car in the Bronx? It’s time to call a lawyer. At Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C., we have years of experience successfully handling auto accidents, including car accidents with pedestrians. Our priority is to help you recover the compensation you need to move forward in life.
To talk with one of our pedestrian accident attorneys, call (212) 490-5700 or use our online form to schedule a free consultation.
Let Us Help After a Pedestrian-Car Accident
Pedestrian accidents are devastating. Even at low speeds, a small car can cause a person severe or catastrophic injury. Suddenly, you or a relative find yourself in dire need of medical care, which costs a lot. Because the stakes are high, we recommend working with a lawyer from the very beginning. With a lawyer’s help, you have a better chance of building a strong claim and maximizing your compensation.
Throughout the claims process, our pedestrian accident attorneys make sure you understand your rights and options. Most personal injury claims are resolved with pre-trial settlements. But we won’t hesitate to tell you when filing a lawsuit is in your best interests. We aren’t afraid to fight for compensation in court.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in the Bronx
Drivers often cause pedestrian accidents by:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Turning on red
- Unprotected left turns
- Drunk driving
- Failing to yield to the right of way
- Improper lane changes or merging
- Backing up
- Failing to check blind spots
Accidents With the MTA
Were you hit by an MTA bus? Call a pedestrian accident attorney immediately. Your claim is different than a typical personal injury case, and you have 90 days to file a notice of claim against the New York City Transit Authority. We’ve handled this unique process before and will help you through it.
Our Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Gather Evidence of Traffic Violations and Other Negligence
When we represent pedestrian accident victims, we thoroughly investigate what caused the crash and who was at fault. We collect evidence that we’ll use to prove the other driver was at fault, including:
- Police report
- Photos
- Video footage
- Medical records
- Eyewitness testimony
- Expert testimony
As we review the evidence, we look for any signs that the driver violated a traffic law. That might be speeding, running a red light, or a BAC over the legal limit. We also will look for signs of general carelessness, like failing to look out for people in a crosswalk before turning right on red.
Bronx Pedestrian Laws
It’s common for drivers and their insurers to argue the pedestrian was entirely at fault. That’s why we recommend hiring a pedestrian accident lawyer if you were hit by a car. You need to be prepared to prove you weren’t at fault or to minimize your comparative negligence.
In New York, pedestrians have to obey traffic signals. But when there isn’t a traffic control device at a crosswalk, pedestrians have the right of way. Cars, trucks, and other vehicles have to yield to the pedestrians.
We’ll determine whether the driver failed to yield. If you walked against the traffic signal, we’d strive to minimize your degree of fault.
You Rest & Recover. We Fight.
You and your family are going through a lot right now. You don’t need to deal with insurance companies right now outside of your health insurer. By hiring a pedestrian accident attorney, you have someone to do this work for you. We collect evidence, communicate with the insurer, and negotiate a settlement. In some cases, we represent you in court. Our goal is to reduce your stress, so you can focus on recovering from your injuries.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries in The Bronx
- Broken bones
- Neck, shoulder, and back injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Dislocations
- Road rash
- Concussion and traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Nerve damage
- Knee injuries
- Crush injuries
- Amputation
- Internal organ damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Sensory loss
- Psychological trauma
Our Goal is To Win Maximum Compensation
We are fierce about winning our clients full and fair compensation for their injuries. When a car or bus driver hits you and causes you harm, we demand justice. We demand the negligent driver take responsibility for the harm they’ve caused.
Talk with us today about how we calculate the value of a pedestrian accident claim, including your pain and suffering. Your case may be worth much more than your medical bills.
Bronx Personal Injury Compensation
- Medical bills
- Lost wages and benefits
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and mental anguish
- Past & future medical expenses
- Disfigurement
- Disability
- Reduced quality of life
- Reduced earning capacity
- Loss of consortium
Did a Loved One Pass Away from a Bronx Pedestrian Accident?
Our team also handles fatal pedestrian accident cases. If your spouse, parent, or child was killed in a car-pedestrian crash, give us a call. We’ll explain New York wrongful death law and if you have a valid compensation claim.
Bronx Pedestrian Wrongful Death Compensation
Through a wrongful death claim, some surviving relatives may receive compensation for:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical expenses
- The decedent’s pain and suffering
- The decedent’s lost wages
- The loss of the decedent’s future income
- The loss of the value of the decedent’s services
- The loss of decedent’s parenting
Reach Out to Our Bronx Pedestrian Accident Lawyers for Help Today
Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C. is proud to help pedestrians recover after serious car-pedestrian crashes. We know you’re going through a tough time. No one expects their life to be put on hold by a devastating accident. We want to guide you through this claim, win compensation, and get you back on your feet.
Reach out to us at (212) 490-5700 or online to set up your free consultation. There are no upfront fees if you hire us. You only pay us if we recover compensation in your case.
CLIENT REVIEWS
05/01/2015
“I cannot recommend Jon Damashek highly enough. I attribute the favorable outcome of my case to his consummate and tireless dedication and tenacity. Just as important, he was truly there with me every step of the way. He was very…
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05/01/2015
“I had the opportunity to work with Jon Damashek and had an amazing experience. I have known Jon for many years and always felt very comfortable relying on his expertise, knowledge of the law, and more importantly – his ability…
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06/05/2019
I had the opportunity of having this amazing team of lawyers work on my case. When I first met with Jordan Hecht and Michael Kusz, I really liked their energy and the spunk that they had, it meant business and…
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07/05/2015
I cannot recommend Jon Damashek highly enough. I attribute the favorable outcome to my case to his consummate and tireless dedication and tenacity. Just as important, he was truly there with me every step of the way. He was very…
5
Mike W., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
I had the opportunity to work with Jon Damashek and had an amazing experience. I have known Jon for many years and always felt very comfortable relying on his expertise and knowledge of the law and more importantly his ability…
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07/05/2015
I have worked with countless attorneys over the years and Jon Damashek stands out among them. I have seen first hand him advocate for his clients vigorously. He fights for the rights of the seriously injured, does not back down…
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07/05/2015
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07/05/2015
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07/05/2015
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07/05/2015
I retained Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek for a serious personal injury case. They were very professional and managed to obtain a settlement for me that far exceeded my expectations. I would strongly recommend this firm for anyone’s legal needs.
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