Most drivers tend to understand that when emergency vehicles are in the area and their sirens are running, they need to provide a wide berth for them if not stop and stay out of the way altogether.  What no one should ever do is speed up and attempt to pass by such a vehicle.  Unfortunately, that's what occurred last week when a driver described as 'crazed' attempted to pass by a firetruck with its sirens on and then hit a fireman who attempted to stop the out-of-control vehicle.  The fireman was seriously injured.

According to the authorities, this New York pedestrian accident occurred on Tuesday at 8:45 p.m. when an unidentified driver attempted to speed past a fire engine that had its lights on near their station, the Tillary Street Firehouse, as he sped down Gold Street.  He hit a fireman who attempted to stop the vehicle, trapped his leg under the car and then hit reverse to roll the fireman off the hood of his vehicle before speeding off.  He was soon stopped by police after turning left onto Johnson Street.

New York Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First, we'd like to offer our thoughts and hopes that the fireman who was injured in this New York pedestrian accident is able to recover from the harm he has suffered quickly.  We also hope that the proper level of justice is done to this driver.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding New York pedestrian accidents.  Every year, more than 15,000 of these crashes occur, leading to nearly as many injuries and to more than 300 fatalities.

New York Personal Injury Lawyers

It seems likely that the driver involved in this New York pedestrian accident will face criminal charges.  In addition, he could face a New York personal injury lawsuit if the injured man decides to initiate such a filing.  If he does and the claim is successful, it could lead to an award of damages that compensates the man for his medical costs, his lost income and his pain and suffering. 

If you or someone you love has been injured in a crash, you need to seek the help of New York personal injury lawyers who have been holding those responsible for this type of harm accountable for 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.