Pedestrian accidents are a common sight on the roadways of New York City. Data from the Department of Transportation (DOT) shows that every year, at least 100 pedestrians are killed and thousands are injured in accidents involving motor vehicles and pedestrians.
In this article, we have answered the most commonly asked questions regarding pedestrian accidents in NYC.
Snowfall, poor visibility, extremely low temperatures, and shorter days are the common characteristics of winter in New York. These conditions can be dangerous for drivers and play their part in an increasing number of car accidents during the season.
Drivers must exercise caution while driving during winter as accidents related to snow are fairly common. According to the National Safety Council, the winter weather is responsible for roughly 300,000 accident injuries every year, along with more than 1,500 deaths.
Unfortunately, many streets and areas across New York are particularly well-known for their dangers in winter weather. While snow, ice, and hail can make conditions significantly
New York City is generally considered the most walkable city in the country. No other city in the country boasts of so many walkable urban spaces as NYC does. Data from the US Census shows that over 60% of NYC residents walk or take transit to work, rather than relying on a personal vehicle.
Unfortunately, NYC also happens to be a city where a large number of pedestrian accidents take place every year. In 2018, 114 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents, accounting for 57% of all traffic-related fatalities in the city.
Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that the pedestrian
New York City is known for its pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. Data from the US Census Bureau shows that nearly 10% of NYC residents walk to work every day. Unfortunately, the city’s heavy pedestrian traffic increases the risk of motor vehicle – pedestrian collisions considerably.
Every year, hundreds of pedestrians are killed, and thousands are injured in motor vehicle crashes in NYC. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that pedestrians account for 48% of all traffic-related fatalities in the city.
Teenage drivers are involved in many car accidents in New York. These accidents may result from lack of experience, following other drivers too closely, failing to yield the right-of-way, failing to pay attention to the road, unsafe driving, and speeding.
Moreover, failure to properly use seatbelts causes serious injury or death for many teenage drivers. This is in spite of the law that mandates proper use of seatbelts while riding in a vehicle with a junior licensed driver.
The rate of teen car accidents is higher than that of any other age group according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Drivers between 16
Intersection accidents are extremely common in New York. Data shows that nearly 1/3rd of all motor vehicle accidents in the urban areas of the state take place at intersections. A vast majority of these accidents are caused by the negligence of motorists who fail to obey the rules of the road.
An intersection, due to the very nature of its design, is dangerous for pedestrians, bicyclists, as well as motorists. At a place where two or more roads intersect with each other, all it takes is the slightest bit of negligence or miscalculation on a driver’s part to cause an accident.
While driving in New York, you might find yourself in a situation that calls for pulling over to the shoulder of the road. It might seem safe to do. However, it is one of the places on the road that is most fraught with danger.
For this reason, this step should only be taken in emergency situations when there are no other options. Statistics can clearly show the dangers of pulling off of the road, even in emergencies. The shoulder of the road is the place where more than 1,500 people get injured or killed annually.
Due to the dangers of this maneuver, determining liability
U-turns are never so simple and safe as they appear. You would need to slow down your vehicle and turn across multiple opposing traffic lanes, which can leave you vulnerable to crashes. For this reason, U-turns remain prohibited in several places including the business districts of New York. Drivers should only attempt U-turns after being sure that they are legally permitted to do so and they are yielding to any oncoming traffic.
If a driver has caused you or a loved one an injury because of negligence during a legal or illegal U-turn, you might be entitled to monetary compensation for your injuries and other
Unsafe lane changes can be incredibly risky – for the motorist who is moving into the lane as well as for the motorists that are already occupying the lane. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reports that unsafe lane changes are responsible for more than 530,000 accidents – accounting for approximately 10% of all roadway accidents – every year.
When a motorist suddenly decides to move into a lane, the risk of a collision is very high, as they might momentarily lose control of their vehicle and collide with another vehicle which is already occupying the lane. In some cases, the motorist who is already
In New York, road accidents and collisions are often a direct result of road rage. Driving while distracted can definitely result in accidents. However, according to statistical data from the America Safety Council (ACS), 66% of traffic deaths come about from aggressive driving. At its core, road rage involves drivers resorting to a number of moving traffic offenses that can put the safety of property or other people in jeopardy. Road rage can also involve assault using a vehicle or a weapon, whether perpetrated by the driver of the vehicle or a passenger. Who Resorts to Aggressive Driving Most Often? While anyone can be guilty
