Pedestrian Accident
November 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What If a Pedestrian Causes or Contributes to an Accident?
New York follows a “comparative fault” rule, meaning that an injured person’s own negligent behavior will not necessarily prevent them from receiving compensation for pain...
October 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Actions to Potentially Avoid Pedestrian Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 6,516 pedestrians were killed, and an estimated 55,000 pedestrians were injured nationwide in pedestrian accidents in 2020....
October 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What Are Some Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
More than 145 million adults include walking as part of their active lifestyle, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And, more than...
September 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
DUI Vs Pedestrian Accident
On average, 312 New York pedestrians died annually between 2012 and 2014 because they were struck by a motor vehicle, according to state government statistics....
July 2022 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
New York to Require New Drivers to Take a Bike and Pedestrian Safety Course
New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed into law new legislation aimed at expanding bicyclist and pedestrian safety in New York State. The new law...
November 2021 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
When is a Pedestrian at Fault for a Car Accident?
Pedestrians are vulnerable on our roadways. In New York, drivers have certain responsibilities to others on the road, including to always exercise caution around pedestrians and yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing a...
March 2021 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
The Basics of Pedestrian Right of Way
Often, when considering right of way, you hear, “pedestrians always have the right of way.” There are many situations under which pedestrians have the right...
June 2019 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
What to look for in a New York City Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you are ever involved in a New York City pedestrian accident, you are instantly put into a very complicated situation. It is a very...
May 2019 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Questions to ask a Long Island Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Being a pedestrian in Long Island can sometimes be a dangerous situation. The busy streets of Long Island offer passage for many different types of...