Get The Help You Deserve From Our Albany Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Last updated on July 23, 2024

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over half of traffic-related fatalities – more than 63% – are pedestrians. If you were injured as a pedestrian, contact our Albany pedestrian accident injury lawyers today.

When a loved one or family member dies or you suffer a personal injury when struck while out for a walk or run, it is important that you call the attorneys at Anderson, Moschetti & Taffany, PLLC. The wrongful death of a loved one or serious injuries from an accident could change the course of your life forever.

As in many other cities, cars and pedestrians all have to share the streets and follow the rules of the road. A moment’s distraction at a light can cause a vehicle to collide with a pedestrian, creating tragic consequences. Because pedestrians do not have the protection of a car’s structure around them, the results of such a collision can create a lifetime of physical disability and pain.

Injuries resulting from a pedestrian accident include:

• Multiple fractures
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI), including whiplash
• Spinal cord injuries – including paralysis, fractures, paraplegia and quadriplegia
• Amputated limbs
• Coma
• Death

Even if a vehicle is moving slowly, the impact of an individual striking the ground could cause fractures or organ damage. The medical costs could quickly escalate to thousands of dollars and continue to climb long into the future. Physical therapy, disability equipment and lost wages may result from your accident. The resources required to restore your health may make you feel frustrated and discouraged. Our attorneys will work to get you the compensation you deserve.

Common Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents In Albany And Saratoga Springs

Many factors can result in a pedestrian accident. Often, an accident occurs due to driver negligence, but other factors can contribute to accidents, including:

• Distracted driving
• Drunk driving
• Fatigued driving
• Poor visibility
• Speeding
• Unsafe turns
• Weather conditions
• Poor road and lighting conditions
• Lack of appropriate road signs and traffic signals
• Lack of pedestrian separation areas (sidewalks, overpasses and medians)

It only takes one of these conditions for a driver to lose control of a vehicle and hit an unsuspecting pedestrian. When you have been injured, it is imperative that you get the help of Anderson, Moschetti & Taffany, PLLC. When your case goes to trial, you have to be prepared for the worst. When the opposing party’s insurance company offers you only a fraction of the money you deserve to be compensated for pain, suffering, lost wages and medical expenses, you need to rely on a legal team that has the experience and skills to fight for more.

What Is The Statute Of Limitations, And How Does It Apply To Me?

New York has a strict deadline for filing a claim related to a pedestrian accident. In our state, you have three years from either the date you received your injury or the date you received the diagnosis for your injury. If the accident resulted in the death of your loved one, however, the deadline is different. For a wrongful death claim, you have only two years from the date of your loved one’s death. The sooner you file your claim, the better. You should always consult a knowledgeable Albany or Saratoga Springs pedestrian accident attorney for counsel regarding the statute of limitations and the steps you need to follow when filing.

How Does No-Fault Insurance Work In New York?

New York is one of the few states in the nation that follows no-fault insurance laws. This means that you may recover compensation for your damages even if you were at fault for an accident in Albany or Saratoga Springs. To recover compensation, you first file a claim with your own insurance company under your no-fault insurance policy. You may have the option of recovering additional compensation through the other driver’s insurance provider. However, to do so, you and your pedestrian accident law firm must prove that the other driver shares some portion of the fault.

What Damages Could I Recover?

The aftermath of a car accident or another pedestrian accident can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. You can seek economic damages – or damages that have an objective cost – and noneconomic damages, or damages that have a subjective cost. Economic damages include:

• Medical bills
• Hospital stays
• Ambulance bills
• Lost wages
• Vocational training
• Physical rehabilitation

Noneconomic damages include:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Emotional distress
• Mental anguish
• Disfigurement

The value of every claim is unique. The more serious the injury and its ramifications, the greater the value of your damages, usually. When you speak with a pedestrian accident attorney, they can give you a better idea of the value of your claim.

Legal Experience You Can Trust

Our firm has handled thousands of cases in Albany, Saratoga Springs and throughout New York involving pedestrians injured by vehicles. Meet with the Albany pedestrian accident attorneys at Anderson, Moschetti & Taffany, PLLC, now. Find relief and the answers to your questions by scheduling a free consultation today. Call us at 518-328-4486.