Manhattan Car Accident Lawyers

Pedestrian Accidents
Unfortunately, a pedestrian cannot possibly predict the actions of someone operating a motor vehicle. This means that they are susceptible to collisions with cars, motorcycles, and more. Just about every pedestrian accident is caused by some level of inattentiveness on the part of the driver. This can include a range of negligence while driving, such as:

● Eating
● Talking on cell phone
● Texting
● Programming a GPS
● Applying makeup or grooming
● Other forms of distracted driving

In many cities, aggressive driving can also be one of the causes of pedestrian accidents. Road rage and other factors can cause vehicle operators to violate traffic signals and ignore the rules of the road and increase the occurrence of these types of accidents. The Manhattan car accident attorneys at The Barnes Firm understand that all pedestrian accident cases are unique, and provide representation for their clients’ cases.

Rear-End Collisions
While some people might refer to them as fender benders, a rear-end collisions can actually be the cause of severe injury and even property damage. Because they typically have no clue that the crash is about to happen, victims of rear-end accidents are especially susceptible to injury since they cannot properly brace themselves for the impact. In fact, rear-end accidents can result in a wide array of injuries, including:

● Broken bones
● Whiplash
● Brain injuries
● Concussions
● Soft tissue injuries
● Head trauma
● Lacerations
● Contusions
● Spinal cord injuries

Additionally, it’s critical to remember that not every single rear-end accident is caused by the driver of the vehicle in the back. Contact an experienced car accident lawyer in Manhattan from The Barnes Firm if you have questions about who is at fault in your rear-end collision.

Sideswipe Accidents
While they can happen out of nowhere, sideswipe accidents are extremely dangerous for all occupants of the vehicle. Although many cars have side-impact airbags, they offer little in the way of protection for drivers and their passengers. Many sideswipe accidents occur at high rates of speed and can result in serious injuries to all parties involved.

Sideswipe accidents have a number of causes, but a few of the most common are:

● Making a lane change and failing to notice the other driver
● Driving too fast or aggressive for the current weather conditions
● Merging onto a highway from an on-ramp

Have you or someone you know been involved in a pedestrian, rear-end, or sideswipe accident? The Manhattan car crash attorneys at The Barnes Firm understand that you may be stressed, traumatized, even scared or confused — and they’re here to help you get the settlement you deserve.

To schedule a FREE consultation with our team of Manhattan car collision lawyers, call us today ay (800) 800-0000.