Pedestrians are a constant sight in and around the city, and that's true for nearly every hour of the day and night.  Motorists need to be aware of their presence as they navigate the local roads, and if a New York pedestrian accident occurs they are expected to remain on the scene.  Unfortunately, that's not what occurred on Friday night when a man was hit and seriously injured in a Brooklyn hit-and-run accident, and police are continuing to search for the identity of the driver who fled the scene.

According to the authorities, this Brooklyn hit-and-run accident occurred on Friday night at approximately 7:30 p.m. when an unidentified man was crossing the street at the intersection of 86th Street and Bay 34th Street in Bensonhurst.  The name of the person who was injured was not released, nor was any description of the vehicle that hit him.  Police are searching for clues and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to come forward and provide information.

New York Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our hopes that the man who was injured in this Brooklyn hit-and-run accident is able to survive the harm he has suffered and recover quickly and fully.  In addition, this Brooklyn pedestrian accident 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 Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Clearly, if or when the driver in this Brooklyn pedestrian accident is apprehended, he or she will face serious criminal charges.  In addition, this person could face a New York personal injury lawsuit if the man who was injured chooses to initiate such a filing.  If he does and the case 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 harmed in a crash, you need to seek the help of New York personal injury lawyers who have been fighting successfully on behalf of the injured for more than 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.