Woman Seriously Injured In Yonkers Pedestrian Accident While Crossing New Main Street
YONKERS, NEW YORK (January 20, 2022) – A woman was seriously injured in a Yonkers car accident while crossing New York Street, according to police officers.
Westchester County officials are saying that the accident took place around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday. A woman was crossing the street when she was hit by a vehicle.
The car rolled after the accident and hit the woman again. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help the victim.
She was taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
Liability For Yonkers Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in pedestrian accidents every year. According to the CDC, “More than 7,000 pedestrians were killed on our nation’s roads in crashes involving a motor vehicle in 2020.1 That’s about one death every 75 minutes. One in six people who died in crashes in 2020 were pedestrians.” There are a number of factors that could contribute to any pedestrian accident.
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. If a driver fails to slow down and hits a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Yonkers Car Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of a driver? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. 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 we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
