Male Pedestrian Died In Hudson Valley Collision Along Route 17 In The Town of Ramapo
HUDSON VALLEY, NEW YORK (July 29, 2023) – A pedestrian has tragically died after a car accident with a pickup truck in Hudson Valley along Route 17.
Hudson Valley police officials are saying that the accident took place around 11:45 p.m. in the Town of Ramapo. A man was walking along the road when he was hit by a Ford F-150 pickup truck.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. Sadly, the pedestrian died due to the severe nature of his injuries.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Hudson Valley Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are uniquely vulnerable in car accidents. They lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be overlooked. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), “Drivers struck and killed an estimated 7,485 people on foot in 2021 – the most pedestrian deaths in a single year in four decades and an average of 20 deaths every day.” The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are totally preventable.
- Drivers may be traveling too close to the curb.
- Drivers may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Drivers may have failed to slow down to prevent a collision.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists and domestic animals in the roadway. The family of any person that died in a pedestrian accident may be able to seek some measure of justice through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating New York Pedestrian Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian that died in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what happened.
Do you need more information about a Hudson Valley pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after any accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
