New Jersey and New York Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
We’re Here to Help.
Hit by a car while walking? We’ll make sure your medical bills are covered, find out exactly what happened, and hold the driver responsible. No fee unless we win.
- Phones answered 24 hours
- Home and hospital visits
- Free transportation to meet with us
- $500M+Recovered for clients
- 35+Years serving New Jersey & New York
- 4.4104 Google reviews
- No feeUnless we win
- MultilingualSpanish, Portuguese & Polish
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
What to Do Right Now
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Call the police
Report what happened, and ask for a copy of the report.
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Collect information
Names, phone numbers and insurance details of everyone involved, and of any witnesses.
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Take photos
Of the scene, any vehicles or hazards, and your injuries.
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Call us
Don’t speak to any insurance company or carrier until you’ve talked with us.
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Get medical care
See a doctor, even if you feel fine.
Pedestrian and Vehicle Accident Results
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$4,000,000
Pedestrian Accident
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$2,000,000
Car Accident
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
Anthony Fattell, Esq. handled my case and always returned my calls and emails. He fought hard for me against the insurance company and explained things to me that I didn’t know. My husband and I would highly recommend him.
How We Help
A pedestrian has no protection in a crash, and injuries are often severe. From the first call, we:
- Find out exactly what happened: police reports, video from nearby cameras, and the crosswalk and signal layout
- Get you medical care: we can refer you to a doctor and make sure treatment is billed to the right PIP policy
- Pursue every source of recovery: the driver’s insurance, and uninsured-motorist coverage after a hit-and-run
- Document your losses: fractures, head injuries, long recoveries and missed work, with the medical proof behind them
- Negotiate, or go to court: with the driver’s insurer, and to trial if they try to blame you for crossing
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Most pedestrian accidents happen because a driver wasn’t paying attention or didn’t yield, including:
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Failing to stop at crosswalks
Drivers who don’t stop and stay stopped for people crossing
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Turning into a crosswalk
Right and left turns into people crossing with the signal
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Distracted driving
Phones and screens that take a driver’s eyes off the road
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Speeding
Too fast to stop in time, especially near schools and downtowns
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Backing up
Drivers reversing in parking lots and driveways without looking
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Darkness and poor visibility
Dark streets, glare and bad weather that hide people on foot
What You Can Recover
Every case is different. Depending on the facts, a pedestrian accident claim can include:
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Medical bills
Treatment PIP doesn’t cover, including future care and rehabilitation
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Lost wages
Time missed from work and lost earning ability
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Pain and suffering
The physical and emotional impact of your injury
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Out-of-pocket costs
Prescriptions, travel to appointments and help at home
Our Attorneys
Our attorneys handle personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, municipal court and criminal defense cases.
Pedestrian Accident FAQ
What if the driver drove off or had no insurance?
Call the police right away. Your own insurance, or another policy, may still cover you. These claims have strict deadlines, so call us as soon as you can.
How much does it cost to hire you?
If we don’t win, you don’t pay a fee.
What if I can’t come to your office?
We’ll come to you. Our attorneys visit clients at home or in the hospital, and you can call us any time, day or night.
Have a different question? See all frequently asked questions.
Contact Us Now.
Tell us what happened. Our office will review your case and explain your options. No fee unless we win.
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Prefer to talk? Call 908-232-7666, answered 24 hours.