Pedestrian accidents can lead to some of the most severe injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and broken bones. Treating these conditions can quickly become expensive, but fortunately, you have options for seeking compensation. Our Oyster Bay pedestrian accident attorneys can help you seek a settlement that covers your lost income, medical expenses, and more.
When you hire the Oyster Bay personal injury lawyers at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, you won’t have to manage any of the legal details of your case alone. We navigate the legal process for you, speaking to insurance companies, proving liability, and negotiating for the settlement you deserve. Reach out to us today for a free initial consultation. Our team can start working on your case today.
Damages You Can Recover With Our Personal Injury Attorneys in Oyster Bay
When you hire our legal team to manage your case, we will pursue the compensation you deserve. Even if we have to take your case to trial, we will not settle for less than you deserve. Some of the types of damages we can seek for Oyster Bay pedestrian accident victims include:
- Pain and suffering, for the physical pain your injuries cause.
- Mental anguish, for the emotional distress you feel because of the accident. Some accident survivors endure anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
- Medical expenses, including the costs of any surgeries, X-rays, prescription medications, assistive medical devices, and doctor’s appointments.
- Lost income, if you missed paychecks because you had to take time off of work.
- Reduced earning capacity, if your injuries prevent you from earning the same amount of money that you did before the accident.
- Loss of enjoyment of life, if you are no longer able to participate in activities you once enjoyed.
- Property damage, if your cell phone, jewelry, or other personal items were lost or destroyed in the accident.
Our team will assess your case to understand the types of damages you are owed. We demand financial compensation that repays you for the losses the liable party caused.
Recovering Wrongful Death Damages After a Fatal Accident in Oyster Bay
The team at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, offers our condolences for the loss of your loved one. We understand how frustrated you must feel after losing someone you love because of another party’s negligence. We’re here to help you seek the justice you deserve.
While we know financial compensation does not make up for what you have lost, our wrongful death lawyers aim to keep your family financially stable. Some of the damages we can seek compensation for include:
- The costs of your loved one’s funeral and burial
- Medical bills related to your loved one’s fatal injury ‘
- Loss of parental guidance and care, if the decedent had children
- Conscious pain and suffering your loved one endured before their passing
- Loss of support and services
Only the decedent’s personal representative can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Our team can help determine who the personal representative is in your case.
Working With Our Pedestrian Injury Attorneys in Oyster Bay
When you decide to hire our legal team, you experience several benefits. For example:
- You get a team with over 85 years of experience. We have been helping clients like you seek the compensation they deserve since 1938.
- We will not agree to a lowball settlement. If we don’t think you’re being fairly compensated, we will keep fighting for the settlement you deserve.
- Our attorneys will take your case to trial, if necessary. Our team won’t back down, even if that means fighting your case in a courtroom.
- We treat our clients like family. When you hire us, we give your case the attention to detail it deserves.
Our team also handles all the legal tasks in your case, including:
- Completing any paperwork needed for your claim or lawsuit
- Explaining the laws that apply to your case
- Investigating your case to collect evidence
- Answering any questions you have
- Communicating with all parties involved in your case for you
- Negotiating for a fair settlement
- Informing you about the status of your case
We’ve Helped Injured Pedestrians Recover the Settlements They Deserve
. Some of the case results our team has helped pedestrian injury victims recover include:
- A $2,000,000 mediated settlement for our client who was hit by a vehicle and required multiple surgeries and ongoing medical care.
- A $1,200,000 settlement for our client who suffered a broken leg after being struck while walking across a crosswalk.
- A $600,000 settlement for our client who was left at the wrong bus stop and then hit by a car while walking across the street.
- A $475,000 settlement for our client who was hit by a turning vehicle and suffered soft tissue damage and a fractured arm.
- A $325,000 settlement for our client who was hit by a car in a parking lot.
Once we assess your case, we can explain how much money you may be able to recover.
Reviews From Our Former Clients About Our Team Serving Oyster Bay
After working with the personal injury lawyers at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, our former clients say:
- “Attorney Hannant and paralegal Rebecca kept me in the loop every step of the way, and did everything to make this process soooo smooth, I can’t thank them enough for their hard work and dedication to the cases they take on! They’re incredible to work with, I very highly recommend.” – C.B.
- “I really appreciate all the work Trantolo & Trantolo has done for me. I was fortunate to have had Adam Allegro working my case as this was my first experience with an attorney and he made the whole process painless during this difficult time which made me feel more at ease. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance!” – A.M.
Find out more about our commitment to client satisfaction by reading our testimonials.
You Must File Your Personal Injury Case Based on the Statute of Limitations in Oyster Bay
If you plan to file a personal injury lawsuit, it is in your best interest to get started right away. You must file your case based on the statute of limitations, or CVP § 214, which generally gives you three years to file your lawsuit.
When you’re filing a wrongful death case, EPT § 5-4.1 typically allows you two years to file your lawsuit. If you do not file your case on time, you could lose your chance to recover fair compensation. We recommend you reach out to us as soon as you can so we can inform you of the statute of limitations that applies to your lawsuit and help keep your case organized.
Proving Liability in Your Pedestrian Injury Case
One of the most important parts of your case is proving that another party caused your injuries. Our pedestrian accident lawyers can help prove that one of the following parties is responsible for compensating you:
- A distracted driver
- A drunk driver
- A vehicle manufacturer or maintenance worker
- A government agency
- A bicyclist
We cannot prove another party owes you compensation until we have established negligence. We do this by proving:
- Duty of care: The at-fault party had a responsibility to keep you safe.
- Breach of duty: They did not maintain their duty of care and instead acted negligently.
- Causation: The liable party’s action or inaction is the reason you suffered an injury.
- Damages: You suffered damages because of the at-fault party’s negligence.
Evidence We Use to Establish Pedestrian Accident Liability
Our law firm can build a case against the liable party using evidence. Some of the evidence we will use includes:
- Photos and videos from the accident scene
- Surveillance camera footage
- The police report
- Statements from eyewitnesses
- Expert witness statements
- Your medical records
- Any bills, invoices, or receipts you have related to your accident costs
If you have any evidence, bring it to our personal injury lawyers. However, if you could not collect evidence at the accident scene, don’t worry. Your priority should be your recovery, and you can leave the rest of your case to us.
Call Our Oyster Bay Pedestrian Accident Law Firm to Start Building Your Case Today
If you were hit by a vehicle while walking, you deserve justice. Our team at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, will fight for the compensation you deserve. When we handle your case, we also provide advocacy and emotional support.
Reach out to our legal team today to get started. We provide a free initial consultation to all of our prospective clients. A member of our team is available to answer your call and provide legal advice 24/7.