Pedestrian Accident
May 2025 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
How Much Compensation Can You Get for a Pedestrian Accident?
At William Mattar Law Offices, many people reach out after a pedestrian accident, wondering what to do next. Facing severe injuries, rising medical bills, and...
December 2024 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Legal Options for a Pedestrian Hit by a Car
Pedestrians hit by a car have several legal options to hold responsible parties financially accountable for their actions. At William Mattar Law Offices, we strive...
June 2024 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Are the Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
As a pedestrian, you are extremely vulnerable when walking near traffic. Without the protection of an enclosed vehicle, pedestrians are at high risk of suffering...
June 2024 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
How Long Do Pedestrian Accident Claims Take to Settle?
If a pedestrian accident injured you in New York, you may wonder how long it will take to settle a claim and receive compensation for...
December 2023 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Are the Symptoms of Shock After an Accident?
Some people view their daily drive home as therapeutic: a nice way to unwind after a stressful day. Others resent the commute, just looking to...
October 2023 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Pedestrian Accidents On Halloween
Halloween is a popular holiday that sends scores of trick-or-treaters onto the sidewalks and roads in search of candy and other treats. It is a...
July 2023 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
How Crosswalk Technology is Developing to Protect Pedestrians
An increase in speeding, a rise in distracted pedestrians and drivers, and the supersizing of trucks and SUVs has led to an uptick in pedestrian...
June 2023 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Can I File a Claim If I Was Hit By a Car While Jaywalking?
Under New York’s comparative-fault law, a pedestrian struck and hurt outside of a designated crosswalk may bear some of the blame for what happened and...
May 2023 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What is Pedestrian Negligence?
Walking is a popular activity. Some people walk for exercise. Some walk for recreation and relaxation. And many city dwellers walk just to get around....