New York Pedestrian Accidents and Crashes
New York pedestrians are forced to share the streets with cars, taxis, buses, and trucks. In New York, a negligently or carelessly operated vehicle can cause serious injury and even death to a pedestrian. Pedestrians accounted for 52% of all traffic fatalities in New York from 2005-2009. In 2013, over 172 fatalities were reported.
Driver inattention remains a common cause of the crash and was cited in nearly 36% of all crashes resulting in pedestrians killed or seriously injured. For over 40 years our firm has represented the rights of seriously injured pedestrians in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester.
Notable Recoveries in Pedestrian Collision Cases:
- $3,250,000.00 Recovery for NYC pedestrian struck by turning vehicle
- $2,000,000.00 Recovery for pedestrian struck by NYPD vehicle
- $1,100,000.00 Recovery for a pedestrian who was struck in his driveway
- $500,000.00 recovery for a pedestrian who sustained a crush injury when struck by a van at JFK airport
- $350,000.00 settlement for a gas station attendant who was struck by a car
- $340,000.00 settlement for a pedestrian who was struck by a NYC taxi cab
- $300,000.00 recovery for a pedestrian who was struck while walking on a sidewalk
In addition to the above, we are presently handling multiple cases across New York for pedestrians who have sustained serious injuries or death as a result of negligent drivers. This includes claims involving the City of New York and the NYPD for injuries caused as a result of negligently driven police vehicles, claims against taxi drivers, and New York City buses.
Key Factors Contributing to Pedestrian Crashes:
- 27% of fatal pedestrian crashes involved a driver's failure to yield.
- Pedestrian-vehicle crashes involving unsafe speeds are twice as deadly as are other crashes.
- Most New Yorkers do not know that the city’s standard speed limit is 30 m.p.h.
- 79% of crashes that kill or seriously injure pedestrians involve private vehicles, and not taxis, trucks, or buses.
- Manhattan has four times as many pedestrians killed or severely injured per mile of street, as compared to the other four boroughs.
- 43% of pedestrians killed in Manhattan lived in other boroughs or outside of New York City
Did You Know Jaywalking is No Longer Illegal in NYC?
- The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) adopted amendments to decriminalize jaywalking, allowing pedestrians to cross roadways outside of crosswalks while yielding to traffic, including clarifications on traffic control signals and responsibilities for both pedestrians and vehicle operators.
The Specific Amendments Include:
- Section 4-02 allows pedestrians to cross any roadway except limited access highways, emphasizing yielding to traffic.
- Section 4-03 updates signal requirements for vehicles and pedestrians, including yielding rules.
- Section 4-04 advises pedestrians to abide by traffic signals and emphasizes the duty of care for both pedestrians and vehicle operators.
- Section 4-05 clarifies U-turn regulations for vehicle operators regarding pedestrian right-of-way.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian collision or crash in New York, call or e-mail us today for assistance.
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"Flanzig & Flanzig took care of everything for me."Daniel Flanzig and his firm have done the best work with my case. I was having issues with an accident where a vehicle ran a red light and hit me on a bicycle. Super satisfied and very impressed with how a process like this felt so streamlined.- Engz K.
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"I felt their support throughout the whole process."They handled the case in a very professional and efficient manner, always nice and easy to deal with. They are both very knowledgeable, experienced, and I felt their support throughout the whole process.- Feliks P.
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"We are truly grateful for their support during such a difficult time."My 88-year-old mother was sideswiped by a car while crossing the street, and one of the tires rolled over her foot, causing multiple fractures. We were overwhelmed and unsure what to do until a friend referred us to Daniel Flanzig.- Ellen C.
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"Made the process very low-stress for me."Daniel Flanzig and his team represented me in a personal injury case following a bike accident in NYC. The case recently concluded, and I'm confident the outcome was significantly better than it would have been had I attempted the suit on my own.- Jens J.
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"Thanks to Dan and the team, I have a fighting chance."I have always been extra cautious on the streets of NYC and eventually became a cycling enthusiast. All this time, I never had a very serious car crash on the streets of NYC until 2 years ago. I was doored.- FCR
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"Amazing team, extremely responsive, and efficient."An amazing team, extremely responsive, efficient, and just pleasurable to work with! Shirley was always there for me when I had questions, and I felt like I was always updated very quickly.- Anthony N.
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"They were supportive, efficient, and effective."Daniel, Cathy, and Shirley were incredibly helpful throughout my entire process. They were supportive, efficient, effective, and best of all, so responsive to all my questions and requests. Thank you!- Lou M.
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"They were very responsive, transparent, and remained vigilant."In the end, Daniel negotiated a settlement that was more than fair. While I would not recommend breaking a hip, I definitely recommend working with Flanzig & Flanzig. Thank you again!- Stan N.
Why Choose Flanzig & Flanzig, LLP?
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