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At Omni Injury and Accident Law, our trusted New Jersey pedestrian accident lawyers know that most people are on foot at some point daily. We may be walking to our cars, grabbing lunch, or enjoying a stroll in the city. Whatever we’re doing, we certainly do not expect to be hit by a vehicle. Unfortunately, it happens more in New Jersey than most could imagine.
According to Insider New Jersey, New Jersey emerged as the state with the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities over a five-year study. Out of the 3,030 total traffic deaths recorded in the state during the study period, 916 were pedestrians. This means that 30.23% of all traffic fatalities in New Jersey involved pedestrians, the highest percentage nationwide.
Last year alone, 191 pedestrians were killed in traffic collisions throughout the Garden State, according to the New Jersey State Police. More startling, of the 66 hit-and-run accidents that happened last year, 46 pedestrians were killed.
If you or someone you love were injured or lost their life while on foot anywhere in New Jersey, contact our skilled Essex County pedestrian accident attorneys today to discuss your claim during a free consultation.
At Omni Injury & Accident Law, we represent clients throughout New Jersey, including Fort Lee, Bergen County, Essex County, Hudson County and other surrounding areas
Pedestrians struck by cars often suffer severe physical injuries, ranging from broken bones and lacerations to traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage. These injuries can result in long-term disabilities, chronic pain, and permanent impairment, dramatically altering the individual’s quality of life.
These injuries may limit the individual’s ability to perform daily activities independently. Mobility impairments and cognitive deficits can make tasks such as walking, dressing, bathing, and working challenging or impossible without assistance.
What’s more, the experience of being hit by a car can be emotionally traumatic, causing psychological distress such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and feelings of fear or helplessness. Survivors may experience flashbacks or nightmares related to the accident, leading to ongoing emotional challenges.
Recovery from pedestrian accidents often involves extensive rehabilitation and therapy to regain lost function, learn adaptive strategies, and manage pain and disability. This process can be physically demanding, emotionally draining, and time-consuming, requiring significant commitment and resources.
The physical and emotional damages caused by pedestrian accidents in New Jersey can lead to substantial financial consequences. Medical bills for emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing care can quickly accumulate. Additionally, lost wages due to temporary or permanent disability can create a financial strain for the individual and their family.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one who was hit by a negligent driver while on foot, contact our dedicated Jersey City personal injury lawyer today to learn how we can help you hold them liable for your complete financial recovery needs.
New Jersey’s Safe Passing Law was enacted on March 1, 2022. The law provides clear road rules for all motorists when interacting with vulnerable road users—defined as people on foot, bicycle, scooter, wheelchair, or otherwise not in a car, bus, or truck.
Drivers are required to use “due caution” whenever they encounter vulnerable people on the road, meaning:
Violating the law results in a $100 fine, and causing bodily injury results in a $500 fine and two motor vehicle points. So far, there is no solid proof that the law is helping decrease the number of pedestrian accidents, injuries, or fatalities. Still, we are hopeful it is raising awareness of the issue and potentially helping to save lives.
Contact our dedicated New Jersey pedestrian accident lawyers at Omni Injury and Accident Law to schedule a free consultation and to get the assistance you need to produce actual results for your essential claim.
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