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Injured in a Pedestrian Accident? We Can Help You. No Fee Unless We Win. Our team of personal injury lawyers have successfully recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients. We proudly represent injured clients throughout New Jersey.
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A pedestrian is the most vulnerable user of our roads. Unsurprisingly, pedestrian accidents can rarely be called “minor” because they are usually very serious incidents. They have no meaningful physical protection from vehicles, and even a low-speed collision with a pedestrian has the potential to cause catastrophic injuries and death. The Governors’ Highway Safety Association estimates that the number of pedestrians killed in 2015 increased by around 10 percent as compared with 2014, which is the largest annual increase in pedestrian fatalities since the federal government began collecting accident data forty years ago.
If you’ve been injured in a vehicle accident, you need to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney right away. Bhatt Law Group has helped many people in New Jersey since 2006 in obtaining compensation for their injuries. Getting an attorney right away is crucial so that you can help preserve your rights and collect evidence as quickly as possible. Call us at (201) 798-8000 for a free consultation.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there are several common ways a vehicle can cause a pedestrian accident. These include:
- When a vehicle makes a right or left hand turn at an intersection into a pedestrian’s path without yielding
- When a driver fails to look for or see traffic while backing from a parking lot, private road, or driveway
- When a driver is distracted by electronic devices or other passengers and fails to see a pedestrian crossing the road
- When a vehicle fails to stop at a school bus stop arm as required
- When a pedestrian crosses after exiting a commercial bus that is at a marked bus stop and a vehicle fails to see him or her
- When a pedestrian is in the crosswalk and the signals change and a vehicle fails to yield to the pedestrian already in the crosswalk as required by law
NHTSA collects nationwide data on pedestrian accidents, and in 2014, there were 4,884 pedestrians who died in accidents and around 65,000 who were injured. That means that a pedestrian was killed every two hours and injured every eight minutes. In New Jersey, there were 168 pedestrian fatalities in 2014.
Filing a Pedestrian Accident Claim in New Jersey
Pedestrians can suffer a variety of injuries because of an accident. These injuries may include broken bones, lacerations, soft tissue injuries, and severe head trauma. These have the potential to be very serious and require extensive medical treatment. These injuries can cause financial losses stemming from medical bills and lost wages due to time away from work in recovery. If the injuries result in a permanent form of disability, it may lead to long-term medical care, and may also cause a person to lose future earning potential because he or she may be unable to work as before. Finally, the accident might result in pain and suffering for the victim that lasts for years.
Let Our Jersey City Personal Injury Lawyers Help
If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident in Jersey City, Bhatt Law Group can provide you with an experienced and effective advocate to help you file a claim and get compensation for your injuries. You can be sure that a team of experienced personal injury attorneys will look closely at the facts of your case and will leave no stone unturned. Don’t hesitate to call us at (201) 798-8000 so we can discuss your legal options with you.
Recent Settlements
$2,300,000 Settlement
Our client’s car was t-boned by a commercial vehicle. As a result, she required multiple lumbar spine surgeries. Bhatt Law Group immediately filed a lawsuit and retained experts. Prior to trial and after several depositions, we were able to obtain a settlement on behalf of our client.
$2,000,000 Settlement
Our client’s vehicle rolled over several times after being side-swiped by an 18 wheeler. This resulted in significant injuries to his neck and back. Client was unable to return to work because of his injuries. The insurance company contested the liability but after filing suit, serving discovery, and taking depositions, Bhatt Law Group was able to settle this case.
$1,750,000 Settlement
Our client was struck by a car that was attempting to make an illegal u-turn. This resulted in significant damage to our client’s car and he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Our client required both back and knee surgery and physical therapy.
$1,300,000 Settlement
Our client was injured in a motor vehicle accident. As a result of the accident, our client sustained injuries to her spine.
$950,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when she was struck by a motor vehicle when crossing the street. As a result of the accident, our client sustained a fractured leg and injuries to her back. This was a difficult liability case but the settlement was obtained as a result of strong settlement negotiations.
$825,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when he slipped and fell on ice. As a result of the accident, our client sustained a broken ankle.
$375,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when he was rear-ended by a commercial vehicle in Jersey City. The liability insurance carrier argued low impact with minimal property damage and our client’s age to minimize the extent of his damages. As a result of the accident, our client sustained injuries to his neck and back resulting in multiple injections including a two level lumbar fusion and discectomy surgery. This settlement was the result of strategic preparation and strong settlement negotiations.
$100,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when she was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Maplewood. The claim had its complexities due to the claimant’s ongoing health issues, prior accident history and age. As a result of the subject accident, our client sustained an aggravation of injuries to her neck, back and right shoulder resulting in a one level discectomy with instrumentation. The bodily insurance carrier tendered its insured’s policy limits prior to the two year statute of limitations and without extensive litigation.
$75,000 Settlement
Multi-motor vehicle accident involving our client who suffered back injuries requiring injections.
* Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
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When someone’s negligence causes you or a loved one serious injury, you deserve justice. Our team of personal injury lawyers at Bhatt Law Group is here to help you obtain the maximum available compensation for your medical costs, lost income, and other losses. We’re dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured people throughout New Jersey.
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Client Stories
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