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Alex Shulman
Many New Yorkers injured in pedestrian crashes face mounting medical bills, time away from work, and uncertainty. If you were hurt in any of the five boroughs, a New York City pedestrian accident lawyer at Shulman & Hill can help you pursue compensation and hold the at-fault parties accountable. Contact us for a free consultation.
Why Trust the New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyers at Shulman & Hill?
Pedestrian accident cases can be challenging as they often involve catastrophic injuries, multiple at-fault parties, and dealing with insurance adjusters. Our decades of combined experience give our New York City pedestrian accident attorneys the skills, resources, and legal understanding to handle the most complicated cases.
We will meticulously build your case with key evidence—whether a careless driver, poor traffic signage, or construction impediments contributed to your accident, our team will identify the responsible party and pursue every legal option to maximize results.
Shulman & Hill is proud to serve our community with comprehensive legal services that focus on client communication, personalized representation, and compassionate support. With legal offices throughout New York, we are ready to help pedestrian accident victims in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
Notable Accident Case Results
Our successful case results show our commitment to our clients and how we demand the full value of their damages. We have recovered over $700 million in settlements and verdicts, including:
for a client who was rear-ended while in stop-and-go traffic and sustained injuries to their shoulders, lower back, and neck.
$1,500,000 recovered
for a client involved in a head-on crash. Defendants heavily disputed liability and hired an accident reconstructionist to support their defense. As a result of the crash, our client suffered injuries to their clavicle and spine.
$1,350,000 recovered
for a client who suffered neck injuries in a car accident. As a result of the impact of the collision, the client was forced to undergo neck surgery.
$1,000,000 recovered
Our NYC pedestrian accident lawyers know what it takes to achieve results. We fight for you in and out of the courtroom as we guide you through every step of your case.
“I have been a client at Shulman and Hill for two accidents, personal injury and workers comp took 2 1/2 years to settle my case Jonathan and Andrew were my attorneys they were the best, patient and very informative. My personal injury paralegal was Isabella and my paralegal for my workers comp was Juan, both amazing, very helpful, always checking in. Did not have to do much as a client they did everything for you you just have to sit back and relax and let them do their job. Thank you!”
-Devon McNeil
“I had the best experience with Shulman & Hill. My lawyer Micheal was great at explaining details of my case. They would always respond when I reach out instead of ignoring you. I would highly recommend them!”
– Prische Ramnanan
“I had a great experience dealing with Michael K & Dariely they were very transparent through out the entire process. They help me receive the best settlement available to me and an overall great experience I’ll recommend any and everyone to use Shuman & Hill for all their needs”
– Asim Zammett
“I have been a client at Shulman and Hill for two accidents, personal injury and workers comp took 2 1/2 years to settle my case Jonathan and Andrew were my attorneys they were the best, patient and very informative. My personal injury paralegal was Isabella and my paralegal for my workers comp was Juan, both amazing, very helpful, always checking in. Did not have to do much as a client they did everything for you you just have to sit back and relax and let them do their job. Thank you!”
-Devon McNeil
“I had the best experience with Shulman & Hill. My lawyer Micheal was great at explaining details of my case. They would always respond when I reach out instead of ignoring you. I would highly recommend them!”
– Prische Ramnanan
“I had a great experience dealing with Michael K & Dariely they were very transparent through out the entire process. They help me receive the best settlement available to me and an overall great experience I’ll recommend any and everyone to use Shuman & Hill for all their needs”
– Asim Zammett
New York City Compensation in Pedestrian Accident Cases
Pedestrians who are injured by a careless or reckless driver can claim both economic and non-economic damages. Examples of economic damages you may recover after a New York pedestrian accident include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Rehabilitation
- Lost wages
- Lowered future earning capacity
Non-economic damages cover the more subject aspects of your injuries and losses, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Psychological trauma
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Lowered quality of life
Depending on the circumstances of the accident, you could also receive punitive damages. This form of damages is meant to punish defendants for egregious behavior. Though rarer than the “compensatory damages” listed above, punitive damages can significantly raise the value of your case. Our pedestrian accident lawyers will pursue punitive damages vigorously if they are available in your case.
Comparative Negligence in New York
What if you share some fault for your injuries? Under the comparative negligence rule at play in New York, pedestrian accident victims can still recover damages if they are partially to blame for the crash. However, the amount they receive will be proportionally reduced by their percentage of fault for the accident.
The at-fault party will fight hard to pin the blame on you. Our pedestrian accident attorneys are ready to push back harder. Don’t settle for less than your case is worth.
Who Can Be Liable in a New York Pedestrian Lawsuit?
Below are just a few parties who may be held responsible for the accident:
- Drivers: Motorists are the primary party held liable for pedestrian accidents. In accidents involving multiple vehicles, multiple drivers can be held partly responsible if their actions contributed to the incident.
- Vehicle owners: Even if they were not driving, vehicle owners can be held responsible for accidents caused by their vehicles under the principle of “negligent entrustment.”
- Employers of the driver: If the driver was performing job-related duties at the time of the accident, the employer might be liable under “vicarious liability.”
- Vehicle manufacturers: If a vehicle defect contributed to the accident, manufacturers could be held liable under product liability laws.
- Government entities: Local governments are responsible for designing and maintaining safe roadways. They can be liable if poor road conditions cause the accident.
Proving Liability in a New York City Pedestrian Accident Case
New York is a no-fault insurance state. This means you are required to have personal injury protection (PIP) coverage and claim damages through your own insurance policy, regardless of who was at fault. Personal injury protection covers medical expenses, lost earnings, and other economic losses up to $50,000 per person.
If you can establish that the driver caused the accident and that you exhausted your PIP coverage, you may also pursue compensation through their liability insurance. Minimum liability coverage in New York breaks down as follows:
- $10,000 for property damage for a single accident
- $25,000 for bodily injury and $50,000 for death for a person involved in an accident
- $50,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for death for two or more people in an accident
However, New York only allows you to sue for “personal injuries arising out of negligence in the use or operation of a motor vehicle” if you suffered a basic economic loss exceeding $50,000 or a “serious injury.” Our pedestrian accident lawyers can determine your eligibility to file a lawsuit.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?
The statute of limitations for most New York personal injury claims is three years from the date of injury. Though exceptions sometimes apply, if you miss that deadline, you will most likely lose the chance to claim compensation. Consult a New York City pedestrian accident attorney to understand your rights and how you can move forward with your case.
How an Attorney Can Help With Your Pedestrian Accident Case
New York City pedestrian accident cases are complex and can be overwhelming for victims who have no legal experience. Sadly, insurance companies often try to confuse or pressure injury victims to accept far less compensation than they are entitled to for their injuries and suffering.
Shulman & Hill will advocate for your family and fight for the financial support you need. We are here to make sure you know your full legal rights and leave no money on the table. When you work with our New York City pedestrian accident lawyers, here’s what you can expect from our team:
- Deep knowledge of New York pedestrian laws that can affect your case.
- Connections to valuable resources that can help you during your recovery.
- A full investigation of what caused the pedestrian crash and who is at fault.
- Collecting evidence to build your case, including witness statements and expert testimony.
- Calculating your full and fair compensation.
- Communicating and negotiating with insurance adjusters on your behalf.
- Representing you in court if your case needs to go to trial.
In some cases, immigrants and undocumented workers mistakenly believe they have no rights and must bear the burden of a pedestrian accident on their own. The truth is you do have rights, and you deserve to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence. We will stand by you every step of the way.
Choose Shulman & Hill for Your Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit
Our New York personal injury lawyers understand the hardships victims and their families deal with after a pedestrian accident. We also know this city, its people, and what is most important to our clients. Combining this knowledge with our unique skills and practice area experience, our pedestrian accident lawyers have redefined the level of service you expect from a law firm.
If you or a loved one were injured in a pedestrian accident in New York, call us at 212-221-1000 or schedule a free consultation online. You pay no fees unless we win.
