It’s not easy to seek the compensation you need when you’re recovering from your pedestrian accident injuries. However, you need money to pay for your medical bills, lost income, property damage, and ongoing treatment costs. Our Islip pedestrian accident attorneys understand the difficult time you’re facing, which is why we dedicate ourselves to seeking your financial recovery.
At Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, we will put our 85+ years of experience to work on your case as soon as you reach out to us. It costs you nothing to get started with our personal injury lawyers in Islip, so you aren’t putting yourself at financial risk. Call us today to learn more about our legal services.
How Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Islip Will Support Your Case
Our personal injury attorneys have spent years recovering fair settlements for injured pedestrians like you. We manage your legal case by:
- Handling all case communication, including speaking with the insurance company and the at-fault party’s legal team
- Investigating your case to collect evidence such as the police report and witness statements
- Hiring expert witnesses and preparing eyewitnesses to support your case at trial if necessary
- Explaining your legal options, which generally include filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit
- Completing any paperwork needed for your claim or lawsuit
- Keeping you informed about how your case is progressing
- Being available to take your calls and answer all your questions
We are not afraid to take on even the most complex pedestrian accident cases.. Even if we need to take your case to court and deal with back-and-forth negotiations, we will fight for what you deserve.
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC Puts Our Experience to Work for Our Islip Personal Injury Victims
Since 1938, we have been fighting for the best interests of our clients. On top of handling all your legal tasks for you, we also benefit you because:
- We treat all our clients like we would treat our own family, defending your rights and offering emotional support throughout your case
- We refuse to settle for less than you deserve, and we do not accept lowball settlement offers
- We’re available 24/7 to take your calls and respond to your communications
Clients choose our team to handle their cases because:
We Have Won Millions of Dollars in Settlements and Verdicts for Pedestrian Injury Victims
Although each case is different and unique, we aim to get you a settlement that covers all your current and future losses. Some of the settlements we’ve secured for our former clients include:
- $2,000,000 mediated settlement for our client who was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street, resulting in surgeries and ongoing medical care
- $1,200,000 settlement for our client whose leg was broken when she was hit by a left-turning vehicle
- $600,000 settlement for our client, a middle school student who was walking to the bus stop
- $475,000 settlement for our client who was hit and injured while walking on a clearly marked sidewalk
- $325,000 settlement for our client who was hit by a distracted driver in a parking lot
We’ve Received Excellent Testimonials From Accident Victims We’ve Helped in the Past
Clients who hired Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, to manage their cases leave reviews about our legal service. They write:
- “Was pleased with each encounter I’ve had with the Trantolo team! They’re amazing with communication too. I would recommend many to bring their business to this amazing team!” – E.F.
- “Had no idea where to turn after my accident, then saw an ad for Trantolo & Trantolo. The experience I had with them was very professional and I was treated with respect. Thank you Trantolo & Trantolo.” – E.J.
Our Personal Injury Lawyers Will Not Charge Anything Upfront to Take on Your Case
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC never charges upfront or out-of-pocket fees. Instead, we work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only get paid once we win or settle your case. After your case is settled, we take an agreed-upon percentage of your compensation to cover our legal fees.
You can reach out to us at any time for a free initial consultation. During this conversation, we’ll explain your legal options, assess your case, and explain the steps you can take right away.
Damages You Can Recover in Your Pedestrian Injury Case in Islip
After your pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to a range of recoverable damages. Our legal team will analyze your case to determine which of the following losses you can seek compensation for:
Economic Damages
Your economic damages are those that you paid for out-of-pocket. They generally include:
- Your medical expenses, including the cost of hospital stays, emergency room care, transportation in an ambulance, doctor’s appointments, and ongoing treatments you’ll need
- Lost income, if your injuries stop you from working and earning your paychecks
- Reduced earning capacity, if you had to accept a lower-paying job to accommodate your injuries
- Property damage, if any of your personal items were damaged or destroyed in the pedestrian collision
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are your intangible losses. Our team will assign a value to these damages to help you seek compensation for them:
- Pain and suffering, to address your physical pain
- Loss of enjoyment of life, if your injuries stop you from enjoying all the things you once did
- Mental anguish for the emotional distress your accident caused, such as anxiety or depression
Wrongful Death Damages
If you lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident, our team offers our condolences to you and your family. We know you need time to grieve, so we will manage your case for you and seek compensation for:
- The costs of your loved one’s funeral, burial, or cremation
- Loss of services the decedent provided
- Loss of parental care and guidance, if the decedent had children
- Medical expenses related to your loved one’s fatal illness or injury
Only your loved one’s personal representative can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the liable party. We can help you identify who the personal representative is if you aren’t sure.
You Need to File Your Pedestrian Injury Lawsuit on Time According to the Statute of Limitations in Islip
In Islip, NY, accident victims have a limited amount of time to file their lawsuits. That’s because each state sets a statute of limitations that determines how much time you have to file your case.
According to CVP § 214, you generally have three years to file your personal injury lawsuit against the party who caused your injury. Per EPT § 5-4.1, you usually only have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Getting an early start on your case offers many benefits. It allows you to ensure your case is filed within the statute of limitations, and it gives our law firm time to thoroughly investigate your case. If you wait too long to file, time-sensitive evidence may disappear, and you could lose your chance to file. Call us today to get started on your case.
Proving Negligence in Your Pedestrian Accident Case
All drivers must exercise caution on the roads. Whether they need to double-check blind spots or slow down in poor weather, drivers are expected to keep other road users safe.
If another party’s negligence caused your accident, we can seek compensation for you. However, we must prove their negligence by satisfying the following four elements:
- Duty of care: The at-fault party had a responsibility to keep you safe while you were walking.
- Breach of duty: They did not maintain their duty of care. Instead, they displayed negligence by driving while drunk, distracted, or in an otherwise unsafe manner.
- Causation: The at-fault party’s action or inaction led to your accident and the injuries you suffered.
- Damages: You suffered damages like pain and suffering and medical expenses because of the at-fault party’s negligence.
Our team will gather evidence including medical records, police reports, and accident scene photos and videos to prove you are owed compensation.
Call Us Today to Seek Your Financial Losses With Our Islip Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
The personal injury attorneys at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, dedicate themselves to client satisfaction. Not only do we want to secure your compensation, but we want to make you feel as comfortable as you can while you discuss the details of your case.
To get started, call us today. We will provide you with a free initial consultation and explain your legal options. Let Our Family, Help Your Family.