What state in the U.S. is ranked highest for people who walk the most? If you guessed New York, you are correct. Arguably, New York is one of the most walkable places on the planet.

When you get outside the urban core of our main cities it’s a bit more difficult to travel by foot, but we still manage it. In fact, pedestrian walkers in the tri-city area of Albany-Schenectady-Troy are some of the most avid pedestrians in the state.

Whether you are walking your kids to school, going for a run, or keeping pace with your dog, you shouldn’t have to worry about negligent, reckless drivers. Walking down the street shouldn’t be a dangerous activity.

But unfortunately, being a pedestrian is sometimes dangerous. Over the past decade, the number of pedestrians struck and killed by drivers has increased by 45% – 53,435 people killed while walking in the U.S., or 14 people per day.

When you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be devastating. The pain and trauma can be immense. Our pedestrian accident lawyers will help you understand your rights and legal options. We will ensure the negligent driver involved in your accident is held accountable.

At Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC, our lawyers are committed to fighting for the compensation you deserve – past, present, and future. If you or someone you love have been injured in a pedestrian accident, let our personal injury lawyers help you.

Give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Can You Sue for a Pedestrian Accident in New York?

Yes, and you should use an experienced pedestrian accident attorney to help you. Victims of pedestrian accidents are dealing with:

• Amputations
• Back injuries
• Broken bones and fractures
• Burn injuries
• Disability
• Disfigurement
• Head injuries
• Inability to work
• Internal injuries
• Lacerations
• Loss of consortium
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Medical bills
• Mental and psychological trauma
• Muscle damage
• Neck injuries
• Nerve damage
• Out of pocket expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Paralysis
• Scarring
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Tendon damage
• Traumatic brain injury
• Wrongful death

Whether we are negotiating a modest settlement or litigating a catastrophic case, all pedestrian accident cases are important to us – big or small.  

When Should I Hire a Pedestrian Accident Attorney?

As soon as you can after the incident.

Negligent and inattentive drivers cause most pedestrian crashes, causing serious injury or death to the pedestrian. Many factors contribute to pedestrian accidents, but most are caused by:

• Texting, cell phones, GPS usage
• Distracted driving
• Drunk driving and driving under the influence
• Failure to obey traffic control devices
• Failure to yield the right-of-way
• Impatient drivers
• Inexperienced drivers
• Intersection negligence
• Reckless driving
• Speeding

Insurance companies will predictably contact you soon after the accident. Expect a call from an agent or claims adjuster. They will ask you to provide a recorded statement. Do not do this until you have legal representation.

You may also be offered a quick lump-sum settlement. That money is not likely the fair value of your injuries. You want an attorney to help you recover for all your damages – past, present, and future pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages.

If you need help, just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Why Choose MCLC as Your Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?

If a driver hurts a pedestrian because of careless actions, that driver should be held accountable.

With decades of combined experience, our team of attorneys have gained a preeminent reputation for excellence in litigation. We recognize that pedestrian lawsuits involve far more than personal injuries – emotional trauma, your reputation, and your livelihood can be affected and sleepless nights can result. 

Our clients trust our talented team of attorneys to protect you through the complex, and often emotional process that accompanies pedestrian accident claims. We work closely with you from the beginning to aggressively represent your interests throughout settlement negotiations, discovery and depositions, motion and appellate practice, and trial, if necessary.

Any lawyer can claim to have the qualities you need for your pedestrian accident claim, but a truly qualified attorney will have:

• An extensive knowledge of the laws and case law involving pedestrian accidents
• An exhaustive document and investigatory process
• A history of working closely with clients, listening to their demands, and negotiating tireless on their behalf
• An understanding of winning settlement, litigation and trial strategies.
• A record of winning settlements and verdicts on behalf of their client
• Awards and accolades from clients, their community, and their peers
• A history of transparent and authentic client testimonials
• A reputation in good standing with the local community and the state bar

All these things create a verifiable track record indicating your pedestrian accident attorney is worthy of your trust.

MCLC is a firm of attorneys experienced in the complexity of pedestrian accidents. These are different than conventional auto accidents and we know the intricacies. We have decades of combined experienced handling personal injury and pedestrian claims. We are litigators – that’s what we do.

Our peers and professional community have awarded us year after year for our skill and capabilities and our clients consistently provide us with positive feedback.

We are frequent and effective communicators. You will hear from us often. You will know the status of your accident claim throughout settlement negotiations and the litigation process. We are your advocate, by your side every step of the way.

Last, when choosing an attorney, remember that all your questions are valid, and we will answer them for you. We will provide you with every bit of information you need to make an informed decision.

Let us help you and your family. Just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

New York Pedestrian Fatality Attorneys

Pedestrians have no protection from motor vehicles and pedestrian accidents often result in catastrophic injuries: traumatic brain injury, neck and back injury, amputation, and death.

Why are pedestrians more prone to severe injury and death in a collision than persons in vehicles?

1. Pedestrians are exposed to direct impact –there is nothing between a pedestrian and the road, no seatbelt, no airbag, no metal vehicle frame.  
2. Vehicles are thousands of pounds, and a person is a fraction of that weight – the human body is not intended to absorb that type of impact.
3. Pedestrians are small and difficult to see – vehicles fail to yield to pedestrians.  

If your loved one has suffered a fatality in a pedestrian accident, let us help you and your family. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience with wrongful death claims, and we have a preeminent reputation for excellence in litigation.

If your loved one was killed in a pedestrian accident, call us immediately. We will be your advocate from the beginning. Call (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Where Do We Represent Pedestrian Accident Victims?

We represent pedestrian accident victims in every city, county, state and federal court in every county across New York State, including:

• Albany County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Allegany County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Bronx County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Broome County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Capital District Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Cattaraugus County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Cayuga County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Chautauqua County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Chemung County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Chenango County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Clinton County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Columbia County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Cortland County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Delaware County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Dutchess County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Erie County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Essex County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Franklin County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Fulton County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Genesee County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Greene County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Guilderland Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Hamilton County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Herkimer County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Jefferson County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Kings County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Lewis County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Livingston County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Madison County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Monroe County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Montgomery County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Nassau County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• New York County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Niagara County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Oneida County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Onondaga County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Ontario County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Orange County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Orleans County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Oswego County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Otsego County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Putnam County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Queens County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Rensselaer County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Richmond County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Rockland County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Saint Lawrence County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Saratoga County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Schenectady County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Schoharie County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Schuyler County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Seneca County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Steuben County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Suffolk County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Sullivan County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Tech Valley Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Tioga County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Tompkins County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Ulster County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Upstate New York Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Warren County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Washington County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Wayne County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Westchester County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
• Wyoming County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Yates County Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

Contact Us

If you or a loved one have suffered personal injuries in a pedestrian accident, you need a lawyer. Don’t wait any longer. Call the personal injury attorneys of Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC for a free, confidential consultation, and let us help you get the full and just compensation you deserve.

To discuss your case, call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.