Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Struck by a vehicle in New York or New Jersey? Call 888-RAYTSIN or 718-355-9797 for a free consultation with an experienced pedestrian accident attorney.
Our Commitment
Standing With Injured Pedestrians
An injury can turn your life upside down in seconds. Medical appointments, missed work, and calls from insurance companies can quickly become overwhelming. Our team is here to take that weight off your shoulders so you can focus on getting better.
We listen to your story, investigate what happened, and build your claim with care and attention to detail. From gathering evidence to dealing with insurers, we keep you informed at every step and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Hit While Walking in New York?
You Have Rights. We Fight to Enforce Them.
New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey see thousands of pedestrian strikes every year, from busy borough intersections to suburban corridors and New Jersey downtowns. When a driver's inattention, speeding, or failure to yield changes your life, Raytsin Law Firm PC pursues every source of recovery — no-fault benefits, uninsured motorist coverage, and full third-party lawsuits for pain and suffering.
Why Choose Us
Why Injured Pedestrians Choose Raytsin Law Firm PC
Aggressive Insurance Advocacy
Insurers routinely lowball pedestrian claims. We build cases with medical documentation, expert reconstruction, and scene evidence that force real offers.
Millions Recovered for Injured Pedestrians
We have secured seven- and six-figure recoveries for pedestrians struck across New York. Prior results never guarantee outcome, but they show what a prepared case can achieve.
No-Fault Plus Third-Party Claims
Pedestrians hit by a vehicle are covered by the driver's no-fault benefits — and can pursue a separate lawsuit for pain and suffering when the injury meets NY's serious-injury threshold.
No Fee Unless We Win
Every pedestrian accident case is handled on contingency. You pay nothing upfront and no legal fees unless and until we recover for you.
Compensation
Damages Available to Injured Pedestrians
Economic Damages
- Emergency and hospital bills
- Surgery, imaging, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Future medical care and mobility aids
Non-Economic Damages
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and PTSD
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent scarring or disfigurement
Special Damages
- Wrongful death for surviving family
- Punitive damages in DUI cases
- Uninsured/underinsured motorist claims
- MVAIC benefits for hit-and-runs
Cases We Handle
Types of Pedestrian Accident Claims
Crosswalk Accidents
Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks violate NY VTL § 1151 and are almost always at fault when a collision occurs.
Intersection Collisions
Left- and right-turning drivers frequently strike pedestrians who have the right of way in busy intersections.
Hit-and-Run Accidents
When a driver flees the scene, uninsured motorist coverage and MVAIC benefits can still pay for your medical care and lost wages.
Backing & Parking Lot Strikes
Drivers backing out of driveways, garages, and parking lots have a duty to look. Failure to see a pedestrian is negligence.
Bus & Commercial Vehicle Strikes
MTA buses, delivery vans, and rideshare vehicles cause devastating pedestrian injuries — with layers of insurance to pursue.
Distracted Driver Collisions
Texting, phone use, and in-car screens take a driver's eyes off the road. Phone records often prove exactly what happened.
Drunk Driving Strikes
Impaired drivers cause some of the most catastrophic pedestrian injuries. Punitive damages may be available in DUI cases.
Speeding & Reckless Driving
Speed dramatically increases a pedestrian's risk of death. NYC's 25 mph limit exists for a reason — violations show negligence.
Failure-to-Yield Injuries
Failing to yield to a pedestrian with the right of way is a violation and, under NYC's Right of Way Law, can be a crime.
Dangerous Corridors
Streets Where Pedestrians Are Hit Most
New York City Streets
Wide arterial roads, long crossings, and heavy turning traffic across all five boroughs produce frequent crosswalk and failure-to-yield collisions.
Long Island Corridors
High-speed commercial strips in Nassau and Suffolk, with long gaps between signals, leave pedestrians exposed to fast-moving traffic.
New Jersey Downtowns
Dense foot traffic in Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, and Paterson combines with commuter traffic to create frequent pedestrian strikes.
After the Accident
What to Do After Being Hit by a Car in New York
- 1Call 911 — get police and EMS to the scene.
- 2Accept medical treatment even if you feel 'okay.'
- 3Get the driver's name, license, plate, and insurance.
- 4Photograph the scene, vehicle, and your injuries.
- 5Ask witnesses for names and phone numbers.
- 6Do NOT apologize or admit fault at the scene.
- 7Request the police accident report (MV-104AN).
- 8Do NOT give a recorded statement to any insurer.
- 9Save every medical bill, prescription, and record.
- 10Call a pedestrian accident attorney right away.
New York · New Jersey
Pedestrian Accident Claims on Both Sides of the Hudson
Raytsin Law Firm PC represents injured people throughout New York and New Jersey. Each state has its own insurance rules, filing deadlines, and courts — we handle both.
If You Were Hurt in New York
- All five boroughs — Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island
- Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island
- No-Fault benefits and the serious-injury threshold for vehicle claims
If You Were Hurt in New Jersey
- Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, Elizabeth, Paterson, and all of northern New Jersey
- Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, Route 1&9, and other high-traffic corridors
- PIP coverage and the verbal-threshold rules that affect many New Jersey vehicle claims
Filing deadlines differ by state and by type of claim, and some claims against public entities require notice within a short window. Call us early so no deadline is missed.
FAQs
Pedestrian Accident Questions
Contact Us
Call Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Today
Available 24/7. Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Speak directly with an experienced pedestrian accident attorney about your case.
Queens Village, NY · Bronx, NY · Serving New Jersey
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