Pedestrians and cyclists have little protection when struck by a motor vehicle. The resulting injuries may be severe, and the factual disputes often focus on visibility, right of way, traffic controls, lighting, and where each person was positioned.
Fusco Law works to document the scene and reconstruct the event before physical conditions or video evidence disappear. Insurance issues can also be complex, particularly when the injured person did not own a vehicle.
Matters the firm evaluates
- Crosswalk collisions
- Intersection accidents
- Parking lot incidents
- School-zone crashes
- Dooring and lane encroachment
- Hit-and-run accidents
- Unsafe sidewalks and pathways
- Transit and station-area incidents
Developing the evidence
- Traffic and surveillance video
- Lighting and visibility conditions
- Traffic-control timing
- Witness and first-responder evidence
- Roadway and property conditions
- Available PIP and UM/UIM coverage
Frequently asked questions
Who pays medical bills after a pedestrian accident?
The answer can depend on the injured personu2019s household automobile coverage, the involved vehicle, and other available benefits. New Jerseyu2019s PIP rules require a fact-specific review.
What if the driver left the scene?
Uninsured motorist coverage or other benefits may be available even when the driver is not identified. Prompt reporting and evidence preservation are important.
Can a roadway or property condition be part of the case?
Yes. Sight obstructions, defective signals, unsafe crossings, or property conditions may contribute, although public-entity claims have special procedural requirements.