What Are a Pedestrian’s Sources of Recovery if Hurt by a Vehicle?
A pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle in New York has access to several legal avenues to pursue damages for bodily injury, economic loss and, in the case of fatality, wrongful death. The compensation available is governed by a combination of state insurance regulations and tort law. Understanding these options is critical for any… Read More »
New York Conducts Statewide Pedestrian Safety Initiative
Law enforcement throughout New York engaged in a statewide “Operation See! Be Seen!” pedestrian safety campaign through June 24. The goal was to decrease the number of crashes involving pedestrians. The educational initiative included the airing of new public service announcements on radio and TV, with advertisements also placed on billboards and social media. The… Read More »