Brooklyn, NY (June 12, 2024) – On Wednesday, June 12, a man was fatally struck by a truck in Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn. Reports from authorities show the accident happened in the 600 block of 92nd Street at around 3:40 p.m. First responders were promptly dispatched to the area to help the victim. However, he was pronounced deceased on-site. His name has not been reported at this time.
Police in Brooklyn are still working to decipher the details of the incident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
New York Pedestrian Crashes
More often than not, pedestrian accidents end in injuries that may be serious or even catastrophic for victims. This is most likely because pedestrians are usually traveling with no protection against fast-moving, heavy vehicles. When pedestrians are struck by cars, trucks, vans, or any other type of vehicle, they usually end up in the hospital, where they must remain for weeks or longer while they attempt to physically and emotionally recover. Suffering severe injuries in a pedestrian accident is never easy and can be totally devastating. Especially if an accident is caused by a negligent driver who was distracted, intoxicated, speeding, or fatigued. Accidents of this nature are often more severe due to the driver being preoccupied or totally inebriated while operating their vehicle.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, over 93% of reported auto accidents happen because of negligent driving in the United States. In one recent year, over 400,000 auto accidents happened due to distracted driving alone. Drivers have become increasingly distracted, especially in the past decade. They are often diverted by their smartphones or screens built into their vehicles. Looking at your phone for five seconds while traveling 55 miles per hour is equivalent to traveling the length of two football fields with your eyes closed. This is extremely dangerous and can even be deadly for anyone encountering such a distracted driver.
With the help of a pedestrian crash lawyer, an injured pedestrian can get the financial compensation they need and deserve after being injured in a serious accident. A lawyer can help them deal with the insurance company so they can successfully recover.
In New York, pedestrians legally have the right of way at crosswalks and intersections. This indicates that drivers are, by law, required to yield to them until they exit the roadway. If a collision occurs between a motorist and a pedestrian, the law also says that the motorist most likely violated their duty of care, despite whether the incident happened inside a crosswalk.
However, pedestrians also owe certain duties of care to drivers, such as always crossing at specified crosswalks and ensuring vehicles are not headed their way when doing so. Working with a lawyer could be in your best interest if you or a family member were recently injured in a pedestrian accident. An attorney can help you file a compensation claim so you can recover financially.
If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, you may be worrying about where you can get the help you need to financially recover. Filing a wrongful death claim can be complex, so having a skilled lawyer’s help is a wise choice. A compromised and empathetic wrongful death attorney in Brooklyn can help you gather the funds required to cover the costs that stem from funeral care and burial expenses, as well as other losses and damages related to the passing of your loved one. We are well aware of the extreme difficulty of situations of this nature, which is why we are here to help in any way we can.
Contact the wrongful death attorneys at Metro Law by calling (800) 469-6476 to schedule a free case assessment if you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian crash in Brooklyn. Our prepared legal team is ready to assist you and fight for justice on your behalf, so that you can concentrate on your emotional well-being after this tragic event.
