Pedestrian Injuries in NYC: A Safety Crisis

A City Where Walking Shouldn't Be Dangerous

Over 7,200 pedestrian injuries occurred in 2023, up from over 6,500 in 2022, a more than 10% rise in a single year, according to NYPD traffic data. Boroughs as Brooklyn and Queens have seen the most significant increases. Furthermore, statistics show that approximately 17 pedestrians were injured each week in New York last year. These injuries include losing limbs, organs or suffering other life-changing serious injuries, highlighting the hazardous circumstances that pedestrians must deal with.

In addition, people are getting hit while walking, even in places with pedestrian lanes and traffic signals. Particularly at risk are delivery workers and the elderly. As a result, pedestrians who just want to walk through their neighborhoods securely are becoming increasingly concerned.

A Legal System That Doesn't Automatically Protect Victims

Being hurt through no fault of their own does not guarantee fair treatment by insurance companies is one of the most annoying facts that victims must deal with. Numerous individuals are pressured into accepting low settlements that barely cover their medical expenses, while others face denial of their claims.

This is the moment when seeking proper legal advice becomes really important. In pedestrian cases, liability issues are complicated, and gathering the evidence needed to prove who is at fault can be challenging, especially while the injured pedestrian is trying to recover and there are legal deadlines that must be met. That is why having someone fighting for your deserved compensation is critical, especially when it's easy to be taken advantage of when you're vulnerable.

At Licatesi Law Group, we are devoted to providing legal assistance to individuals affected by pedestrian injuries. We understand the damage these accidents can cause to injured people and also the complexity of the legal process. If you or someone you know has been involved in these accidents, don't hesitate to reach out.