New York Pedestrian Accidents
Car-Free Zones, Pedestrian Plazas Are Coming to New York City
New York City is set to commence a pedestrian-centric redesign of a seven-block section of Broadway this week, marking the latest development in the ongoing initiative to repurpose the iconic street from vehicular traffic. The project's goal is to revamp the busy, often disordered area between Madison Square and Herald Square by … [Read more...] about Car-Free Zones, Pedestrian Plazas Are Coming to New York City
Sag Harbor Man Airlifted After He Was Struck by a Pickup Truck in East End
EAST END, NY - According to a pedestrian accident news story on patch.com, a pedestrian from Sag Harbor, New York, was severely injured after being struck by a pickup truck along Noyack Road close to Valley Road. The Southampton Town Police reported that the pedestrian accident occurred at around 5:24 in the evening. The driver, a … [Read more...] about Sag Harbor Man Airlifted After He Was Struck by a Pickup Truck in East End
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Eastchester Road in Pelham Gardens, New York
PELHAM GARDENS, NY - According to an accident news story on nydailynews.com, a New York City motorist collided with a woman and her two-year-old grandson on Eastchester Road in Pelham Gardens, New York. The news report states that the driver then hid to look at the accident carnage and then fled without rendering aid or waiting for … [Read more...] about Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Eastchester Road in Pelham Gardens, New York
Tragic, Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Manhattan
According to an online news report posted on nydailynews.com, a construction worker was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident a few blocks from home in Manhattan, New York. The news report states that the construction worker who was walking home from pulling a double-shift was struck by a car. According to the police statements … [Read more...] about Tragic, Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Manhattan
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in East Flatbush
According to an article post on nypost.com and several other news websites, a 53-year-old woman was tragically killed in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident at Glenwood Road and E. 55th St. in East Flatbush, New York. The driver, a man from Crown Heights, struck the victim fled the scene driving the wrong way after hitting the victim … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in East Flatbush
Man Hit and Killed by an MTA Bus on Staten Island
According to a news article posted on nypost.com, a pedestrian was tragically hit and killed on a Staten Island Express bus along Hylan Boulevard and Ebbitts Street. The victim was struck in New Dorp at approximately 10:25 p.m., according to law enforcement. The victim was transported to Staten Island University Hospital North, where … [Read more...] about Man Hit and Killed by an MTA Bus on Staten Island
Pedestrian Accident Injury Lawyers in Manhattan, New York
Pedestrian Accident Injury Lawyers in Manhattan, New York If you or a member of your family have been struck by a motor vehicle, the experience can be overwhelming and even stressful. The injuries that pedestrian accident victims sustain can range from minor to severe, but in most instances, individuals suffer from serious and … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Injury Lawyers in Manhattan, New York
Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Queens County, New York (NY)
How To Make Sure That You Receive Full Compensation for Your Queens County Pedestrian Accident Being involved in a pedestrian accident in New York can be stressful and overwhelming, particularly if you have sustained injuries. Injuries that occur in pedestrian accidents can be very serious, given that pedestrians lack any kind … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Queens County, New York (NY)
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Scarsdale
Fatal Pedestrian Accident at Church Lane and Crane Road in Scarsdale, Westchester County, New York SCARSDALE, NY - According to a news report on scarsdale10583.com, a pedestrian was tragically killed after she was hit by a car. The fatal pedestrian accident occurred at Crane Road and Church Lane in Scarsdale, New York. The … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Scarsdale
Pedestrian Accidents in Manhattan County, New York
Pedestrian accidents rarely, if ever, result in "minor" injuries. When a car weighing close to two tons slams into the human body and then propels it to the ground, the injuries could be catastrophic, if not deadly. Manhattan County Pedestrian Accident Statistics In Manhattan County, pedestrian accidents happen frequently. … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accidents in Manhattan County, New York
Pedestrian Accidents Compensation in New York County, New York
How To Make Sure That You Receive Full Compensation Pedestrians are at the mercy of the traffic around them. There is no protection for the human body against a two-ton motor vehicle. Surviving a pedestrian accident may leave the victim with permanent injuries, scars, and emotional damage that constantly reminds the victim that they … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accidents Compensation in New York County, New York
Factors Contributing to Pedestrian Accidents in New York
When motorists drive their vehicles into pedestrians, the force of impact often causes severe injuries that lead to disability, disfigurement, and paralysis. Pedestrians and bicyclists do not have the benefit of protective equipment like a reinforced passenger compartment, seatbelts, and airbags, so catastrophic injuries like … [Read more...] about Factors Contributing to Pedestrian Accidents in New York
Fatal Pedestrian Accident With an 18-Wheeler Tractor-Trailer Truck on I-287 in Greenburgh
Fatal Pedestrian Accident With an 18-Wheeler Tractor-Trailer Truck on I-287 in Greenburgh, Westchester County, New York GREENBURGH, NEW YORK - August 30, 2020 - According to a press release on The New York State Police Newsroom, the New York State Police are investigating a tragic, fatal pedestrian accident involving an … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident With an 18-Wheeler Tractor-Trailer Truck on I-287 in Greenburgh
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident With Injuries in Bridgeport, New York
BRIDGEPORT, NY - August 18, 2020 - According to an online news report posted on News12.com, Bridgeport police are searching for a motorist who struck a 14-year-old child with their motor vehicle and then left the scene of the pedestrian accident. The accident occurred on Saturday evening. A surveillance camera video recorded a silver … [Read more...] about Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident With Injuries in Bridgeport, New York
New York City Temporary Dining Area Pedestrian Accidents
NEW YORK CITY, NY - August 14, 2020 - According to an online news report posted by wsj.com, there have been about four accidents involving motor vehicles and temporary outdoor restaurant street seating areas on New York City streets. New York Police Department administrators have reported that eight pedestrians were injured in the … [Read more...] about New York City Temporary Dining Area Pedestrian Accidents
Bicycle Riders in New York City Endanger Pedestrians
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — Pedestrians are under siege by bicycle riders in New York City. According to an article citing statistics from the New York Department of Transportation, along with other sources, and appearing in the New York Post, 270 pedestrians were injured — some severely or even killed — by pedal cyclists in the City during … [Read more...] about Bicycle Riders in New York City Endanger Pedestrians
Snapshot of New York City Pedestrian Accidents
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is interested in understanding as much as it can about how pedestrian accidents occur in New York City as well as which people are involved. New York City’s Mayor instituted its Vision Zero program in 2012 to eliminate pedestrian fatalities in the City. … [Read more...] about Snapshot of New York City Pedestrian Accidents
Drunk Driver Crashes into NYPD Sergeant
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A person is under arrest for suspicion of drunk driving after running down a sergeant with the New York Police Department. A photograph appearing in an article published by the New York Daily News depicts a horrific scene. The photo shows the male sergeant on the pavement laying across the double-yellow lines, with … [Read more...] about Drunk Driver Crashes into NYPD Sergeant
Brick Falls From Five-Story Building Injuring a Pedestrian in Midtown Manhattan
MANHATTAN, NY - July 8, 2020 - According to an online news story posted on NYPost.com, a portion of a building's brick facade in Midtown Manhattan crumbled onto the street below, causing injury to a pedestrian. The accident occurred on Wednesday morning and caused a significant traffic jam, and the collapse damaged at least one … [Read more...] about Brick Falls From Five-Story Building Injuring a Pedestrian in Midtown Manhattan
New York City Charity Founder Hit by a Drunken Driver While Delivering Food to Needy
According to an online news report on nydailynews.com, a New York City woman was struck and nearly killed in a pedestrian accident allegedly caused by a drunk driver. The woman is on a ventilator at the hospital, and she is fighting for her life. The scene of the accident scene was near 110th Street on Northern Boulevard. The news … [Read more...] about New York City Charity Founder Hit by a Drunken Driver While Delivering Food to Needy
Tragic, and Fatal Accident in Hempstead, New York (NY)
HEMPSTEAD, New York - June 15, 2020 - According to an online news report published on NewsDay.com, Nassau County police have reported that a man was struck and killed in a pedestrian-auto accident in Hempstead, Long Island, New York. The pedestrian accident occurred on Peninsula Boulevard, and the victim was struck by two cars, … [Read more...] about Tragic, and Fatal Accident in Hempstead, New York (NY)
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Sloatsburg, New York
SLOATSBURG, NY – June 8, 2020 – According to an online news report published on RocklandReport.com, a pedestrian was tragically killed when he was struck by tractor-trailer truck carrying Target Store's freight. The fatal accident occurred at approximately 11 p.m., and the accident is under investigation by law … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Sloatsburg, New York
Teen Driver Kills Pedestrian on Upper East Side
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A male teenager might face charges after he slammed his BMW luxury automobile into a pedestrian on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The police who are actively investigating the crash suspect that speed played a significant role in the fatal accident, according to a report published by NYC.streetsblog.org. The … [Read more...] about Teen Driver Kills Pedestrian on Upper East Side
Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise During Quarantine in New York
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York Coalition for Transportation Safety (“Coalition”) told Long Island News 12 that pedestrian deaths are increased sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic because people stuck at home have started walking to pass the time. The Coalition also reported that the largest increase of pedestrian deaths is in … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise During Quarantine in New York
Drivers Being Ticketed for Speeding Through Nearly Empty NYC Streets
NYC- Gothamist.com writes that with very little traffic on New York City's streets, some motorists are recklessly speeding and putting others at risk. In one incident, a driver took to the road in a Porsche only to crash the vehicle into another car whilst attempting risky maneuvers. The driver is caught on video trying to flee … [Read more...] about Drivers Being Ticketed for Speeding Through Nearly Empty NYC Streets
Why Are So Many Pedestrians Dying in Accidents?
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Experts opine that distractions and larger vehicles are the two most significant reasons why pedestrians and bicycle riders are dying so often in accidents across the United States. According to an article appearing in the New York Times, seventeen pedestrians and two bicycle riders die on average in the United … [Read more...] about Why Are So Many Pedestrians Dying in Accidents?
Vision Zero: Zero Impact
NEW YORK, New York — Five years ago, Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled his Vision Zero plan designed to eliminate all traffic deaths in the City of New York. Statistics show that the plan showed signs of promise for a little while, but sadly the trend reversed. The New York Times reported that 221 people died in traffic crashes in New … [Read more...] about Vision Zero: Zero Impact
Marijuana Use Causes of Escalating Pedestrian Death Tolls
Research Shows Cell Phone Use, Marijuana Use Causes of Escalating Pedestrian Death Tolls NEW YORK, New York — Pedestrian deaths reached a 30-year high in 2019 in the United States, and researchers from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) believe they have figured out why. According to an article appearing in the New … [Read more...] about Marijuana Use Causes of Escalating Pedestrian Death Tolls
Staten Island Pedestrian Accident Highlights the Dangers Facing Pedestrians in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, New York — SILIVE.com is reporting that a pedestrian was struck by a car in the South Beach neighborhood of Staten Island. First responders received the call reporting the crash around 11:37 a.m. The location of the crash was reported at the intersection of McClean and Lily Pond Avenues. The pedestrian sustained severe … [Read more...] about Staten Island Pedestrian Accident Highlights the Dangers Facing Pedestrians in NYC
Lounge Chair Falls from Twelve Stories and Lands on Woman Below
MANHATTAN, New York — 1010WINS reported that a woman was badly hurt when a lounge chair fell from a balcony over 100 feet above her and landed on her head. The flying wooden lounge chair knocked the woman unconscious for approximately ten minutes. She also sustained a severe laceration on the head from the airborne seat. EMS took her … [Read more...] about Lounge Chair Falls from Twelve Stories and Lands on Woman Below
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in New York City
Unlicensed Driver Strikes and Kills Child in Stroller in NYC NEW YORK, NY- Nydailynews.com writes that a child and his mother exited a Dunkin Donuts and began to cross First Avenue in a marked crosswalk when a driver making a left turn struck them, killing the child. The driver operating the Ford F-250 truck did not have a … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident in New York City
Pedestrian Accident in the Flat Iron District in New York
Car Strikes Pedestrian and another Vehicle in Flat Iron District in New York New York, NY- Abc7ny.com writes that a collision in the Flat Iron District in New York led to seven people sustaining injuries. The crash started when a car struck several people and then drove into another vehicle. A Subaru traveling eastbound on … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident in the Flat Iron District in New York
Pedestrian Accident in Chinatown, New York
CHINATOWN, NY. – A pedestrian was injured after being hit by a Brinks truck in the Chatham Square in Chinatown, New York, according to a news report from patch.com. The circumstances of the accident have not been reported in full at this time, and the victim of the collision has not been identified. The accident occurred during … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident in Chinatown, New York
E-Biker, Pedestrian Hurt in Central Park Collision
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A delivery driver was riding an electric bicycle sustained critical injuries after crashing into an elderly pedestrian injured Central Park. The New York Daily News announced the crash happened during afternoon hours on East Drive and a short distance away from the Loeb Boathouse. Three additional bicycle crashes … [Read more...] about E-Biker, Pedestrian Hurt in Central Park Collision
Pedestrian Tragically Killed in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A pickup truck ran down and killed a 67-year-old woman in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. The woman passed away after clinging to life in a Manhattan hospital according to an article appearing in the New York Post. The accident appeared to have happened either in or just adjacent to a crosswalk on West … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Tragically Killed in Manhattan
Tragic, Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK – According to an online news article published by nypost.com, a woman was struck and killed by a pickup truck in Chelsea. The New York Police Department (NYPD) reports that a 67-year-old woman was struck and killed while attempting to cross the street in Chelsea. The late evening accident happened near the … [Read more...] about Tragic, Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
Fatal Elderly Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A cabbie in lower Manhattan allegedly struck and killed an 80-year-old woman who was walking on Broome Street. The New York Post said that the fatal collision happened around 4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2019. The cabbie remained at the accident scene, and police took him into custody. Authorities later released the … [Read more...] about Fatal Elderly Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
Manhattan Pedestrian Accident
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A person operating a “Smartcar” rammed into two pedestrians in Battery Park City. According to a report appearing in the New York Daily News, the impact severed the female pedestrian’s foot. Medical personnel said that there was nothing that could be done to reattach the 43-year-old woman's foot and had no … [Read more...] about Manhattan Pedestrian Accident
Food Delivery Pedestrian Accident
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A bicycle delivery rider ran a red light on 57thStreet between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue and slammed into a 67-year-old woman who was in the crosswalk. The collision caused the pedestrian to slam her head into the pavement, which caused her to suffer a severe head injury. The critically injured pedestrian … [Read more...] about Food Delivery Pedestrian Accident
Truck Runs Over Pedestrian in Harlem
HARLEM, N.Y. — A pedestrian required hospitalization after suffering injuries in a collision with a truck. The pedestrian accident happened around 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, according to a report appearing in the Harlem Patch. New York City Police officers noted that the accident scene was located at Broadway and West … [Read more...] about Truck Runs Over Pedestrian in Harlem
Delivery Truck Driver Hits and Kills Woman
MANHATTAN, NY – According to gothamist.com, a woman was struck and killed by a delivery truck on Manhattan on Friday, February 15, 2019. The victim was identified as 27-year-old Sarah Foster, who lived in Manhattan. The police responded to the scene at about 5:45 in the morning. Emergency Medical Services pronounced Foster dead at … [Read more...] about Delivery Truck Driver Hits and Kills Woman
Driver Attempting to Park SUV Strikes and Kills Pedestrian
NEW YORK, NY – According to nydailynews.com , a woman was killed when she was struck by an SUV on New York’s Upper East Side. The driver was attempting to park the vehicle when he or she hit the victim. The victim was identified as Mei Zhuan, 64. The incident took place at about 9:30 in the evening. The vehicle was an Audi which … [Read more...] about Driver Attempting to Park SUV Strikes and Kills Pedestrian
More Traffic Injuries in NYC While Fatalities Decline
NEW YORK, NY - According to nypost.com, deaths from traffic accidents across the city have dropped since Vision Zero was implemented in 2014, but that there are more overall accidents, and a rising number of traffic-related injuries as compared to before the program. Between 2014 and 2018, there was an 11 percent increase in … [Read more...] about More Traffic Injuries in NYC While Fatalities Decline
Hospital Shuttle Bus Hits Pedestrian in Midtown Accident
NEW YORK, NY – According to Pic11.com, a teenager was hit by a shuttle bus owned by the Memorial Sloan Kettering hospital. The victim was a teenager. The crash took place at about 3:52 in the afternoon on Second Avenue. The victim, a 14-year-old, was taken to the hospital by Emergency Medical Services and is reportedly in stable … [Read more...] about Hospital Shuttle Bus Hits Pedestrian in Midtown Accident
NYPD Start Initiative to Crackdown on Private Garbage Truck Companies on Same Day Cyclist is Struck
MANHATTAN, NY- NBCNewYork.com writes* that a cyclist was struck by a private garbage truck in Manhattan. The victim suffered severe injuries in the collision. Reports indicate that the cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was hit while biking in Midtown. He is now in serious condition but is stable. He seems to have sustained injuries to both … [Read more...] about NYPD Start Initiative to Crackdown on Private Garbage Truck Companies on Same Day Cyclist is Struck
