At Steve Boyd, PC, we listen to you, fight for you, and we get results.
At Steve Boyd, PC, we listen to you, fight for you, and we get results.
53%IncreaseInPedestrianAccident Fatalities In The Last Decade.
More than 6,200 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in 2019, and in the first half of 2020, there was a 20% increase in the rate of pedestrian fatalities compared to the previous year. If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, you’ll need an experienced attorney to help you fight for the compensation you’re entitled to for medical costs, loss of income, and pain and suffering. Our top-rated personal injury attorneys have extensive experience with claims involving negligent drivers in Buffalo, Rochester, and throughout New York State.
Our Process
If you or a family member has been injured or died in a pedestrian accident, you’ll need a team of skilled attorneys to ensure the negligent driver is held responsible and help you seek full compensation for the significant pain and suffering caused by a pedestrian accident. In New York, the rate of pedestrian deaths is 28% of total fatalities, which is higher than most other states. Attorney Steve Boyd has over 20 years of experience fighting for injured pedestrians in New York State.
Our legal team will:
- Provide FREE case review
- Identify & preserves crucial evidence
- Recruit experts from around the U.S.
- Locate & interview key witnesses
- Reconstruct the crash scene for the jury
- Create an overview of current & projected medical costs
- Travel to you & the injured parties
Results
With over 25 years of experience, our firm has been dedicated to protecting the rights of injured pedestrians. Throughout this time, we have developed a deep understanding of the complexities involved in pedestrian injury cases, ensuring that our clients receive the expert legal representation and support they need. Our extensive experience highlights our commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of pedestrians who have been injured, striving to secure the justice and compensation they deserve.
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT
Causes of Pedestrian Injuries
Drunk Drivers
Alcohol is involved in approximately 48% of fatal pedestrian accidents. If a drunk driver has injured you, you’ll need an experienced personal injury attorney to fight for you.
Hit & Runs
One out of five pedestrians killed in accidents are hit by hit-and-run drivers.
Distracted or Drowsy Drivers
Texting or otherwise being distracted while driving is the number three cause of pedestrian deaths. And drowsy driving accidents cause approximately 50,000 injuries each year.
Time of Day & Location
76% of pedestrians killed are hit at night when it is dark out, and 81% of pedestrian deaths happen in urban locations.
Other
Drivers running stop signs or red lights, right turns through crosswalks, and blind spots from parked cars can also contribute to pedestrian injuries and deaths.
Common Pedestrian Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
A collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian can be devastating and sometimes results in a spinal cord injury. When the spinal cord is compacted or stretched due to an impact, severe and permanent injuries can occur. In the gravest cases, the victim may suffer paralysis.
Brain Injuries
The intense impact of a vehicle often causes a serious head injury. A concussion can be accompanied by acute pain, migraines, personality changes, and other symptoms. Traumatic brain injuries can be life-threatening or result in debilitating and lifelong health crises.
Amputations
The intense impact of a vehicle often causes a serious head injury. A concussion can be accompanied by acute pain, migraines, personality changes, and other symptoms. Traumatic brain injuries can be life-threatening or result in debilitating and lifelong health crises.
Fractures
It’s common for pedestrians to suffer broken or fractured bones because they are especially vulnerable to the impact of a crash. These injuries can cause significant pain and suffering, and medical bills can be staggering.