Pedestrian Accident Lawyer White Plains Over $1 Billion Recovered & Ready to Fight for You
- Proven Results for Injured New Yorkers
- Aggressive, Personalized Representation
- No Attorney Fees Unless We Win
Unmatched Legal Representation for Injured Pedestrians
When you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, choosing the right legal team can make all the difference. Here’s why so many New Yorkers have trusted Worby Vecchio Edelman, LLP with their personal injury cases:
Over $1 Billion Recovered for Injured Victims
Our law firm has a strong track record of securing significant settlements and jury awards for injured victims across New York State, including a $14.5 million settlement for a boy who was struck by a van. Our success is built on decades of experience, extensive legal knowledge, and an aggressive approach to every single case. When you choose WVE, you choose a team that knows how to win.
Decades of Exclusive Personal Injury Experience
Many firms spread themselves thin by handling cases in several areas of law. Since the 1980s, Worby Vecchio Edelman has focused solely on personal injury law. We have the ability to navigate the complexities of pedestrian accident cases with precision, ensuring we build the strongest possible case to secure you maximum compensation.
100% Free Consultations & Contingency Services
Our pedestrian accident attorneys in White Plains believe every victim deserves access to high-quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. To this end, we offer completely free case evaluations and will not collect a fee unless and until we win your case. You have nothing to lose by reaching out to our attorneys.
Insurance Companies Are Not Your Friends Let Our Attorneys Handle It—Book Your Free Consultation
After a pedestrian accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance company may reach out to offer you a quick settlement. While tempting to accept, this initial offer will almost certainly be far below what your claim is truly worth. Their goal is to minimize their payout, not to compensate you fairly.
Call Worby Vecchio Edelman before you respond to any insurance communication. Unlike the insurance company, our goal is to preserve your best interests, and we’re ready to do so, starting with a free consultation. Call our White Plains law office or send us an online message to book.
Under New York state law, you have 3 years from the date of the accident to pursue a personal injury claim against a private person or entity.
The time to file a claim or lawsuit against governmental entities is much shorter, and can be as short as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim.
A Team of Attorneys Ready to Fight for You
At Worby Vecchio Edelman, we have an entire team of personal injury attorneys prepared to put their knowledge and resources behind your pedestrian accident case. Our firm is exclusively dedicated to helping injured victims collect what they’re owed, and we approach every case with the tenacity to secure optimal results.
Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right of Way?
State law says pedestrians have the right of way if there is an intersection or marked crosswalk on the road, regardless of whether or not a traffic signal is present. Drivers must slow down and yield to pedestrians in this instance.
- In areas lacking marked crosswalks or intersections, drivers have the right of way and pedestrians must yield.
- Pedestrians who fail to obey walking signals can be fined $150.
- Drivers who don't yield at crosswalks can be fined $150, and get 3 points on their license.
- In some instances, drivers can spend 15 days in jail for failing to yield at a crosswalk.
If the driver and their insurance company argue that you did not have the right of way, our personal injury attorneys can gather eyewitness accounts, any photos or video of the accident, and other pieces of evidence to help determine fault.
Even if the accident didn't occur at a crosswalk, it may be possible the driver was intoxicated, had a suspended license, or had no license at all. Let our pedestrian accident attorneys review your case. Don't let the driver and their insurance company have the final word on your accident.
Can a Pedestrian Be Found at Fault?
Yes, it’s possible for a pedestrian in New York to be considered partially at fault for an accident. New York follows a comparative negligence rule, which means your total compensation may be reduced if you’re found to have contributed to the accident. This does not disqualify you from receiving compensation altogether, though.
The attorneys at our White Plains law office have the experience to challenge insurance companies that try to place undue blame on injured pedestrians. We’ll work tirelessly to prove fault on behalf of the driver and maximize your financial recovery.
The Compensation You Can Recover From a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit in New York
Pedestrian accident victims may be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages represent tangible financial losses, while non-economic losses represent intangible but compensable damages.
Medical Expenses
Compensation to cover hospital stays, surgery, rehabilitative services, home accommodations, and future medical care
Lost Wages & Future EarningsCompensation for missed work and any loss in future earning potential as a consequence of the injury
Property DamageCompensation for damaged personal items, such as your laptop or cell phone
Pain and Suffering
Compensation for the physical pain and emotional trauma suffered as a result of the accident
Loss of Enjoyment of LifeCompensation if your injuries prevent you from engaging in activities you once enjoyed
Wrongful Death DamagesCompensation for funeral expenses and loss of companionship if your loved one was fatally injured
Time to File Is Limited Don’t Wait to Take Action—Call Our Lawyers Today
New York law imposes a strict three-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims against a private person or entity. Against governmental entities, the time period is significantly shorter, including a 90-day notice of claim requirement. If you wait too long to file, you risk losing your right to compensation entirely. Though three years may seem like a long time, evidence can quickly become harder to gather, and the legal process can move slowly. The sooner you call our White Plains pedestrian accident attorneys, the stronger a case we can build on your behalf.
Contact a law firm that’s ready to take the burden off your shoulders today. Reach out to Worby Vecchio Edelman, LLP for your free legal consultation.
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Types of Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle
No two pedestrian accident cases are the same, but over decades of practice, our attorneys have identified some commonalities in the types of situations clients present. If you were injured under circumstances such as these, don’t hesitate to reserve a free consultation with our White Plains team.
Drivers are required to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks. When they don’t, the consequences can be catastrophic, and our lawyers can take action.
If a driver flees the scene of a pedestrian accident, we’ll take aggressive legal action to hold them accountable and explore all possible avenues for compensation.
Driving under the influence or while distracted by a phone poses a serious risk to pedestrians. Our attorneys will fight hard to ensure justice is served.
Excessive speeding raises the risk and severity of pedestrian collisions. Our lawyers work to prove negligence and secure full compensation for medical care and more.
Our Condolences If Your Family Experiences a Death
Tragically, not every pedestrian accident victim survives. If someone you care about passes away in a fatal accident, you may have a wrongful death case.
Though no amount of compensation can replace someone you've lost, a settlement can help cover funeral expenses and sudden financial losses that may come after a death.
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