We posted several months ago with regards to a fatal New York pedestrian accident in which an unlicensed driver of a garbage truck ran down and killed a 35-year-old woman.  The situation was taken up by authorities for an investigation, and the criminal prosecution of the matter is now complete.  The driver involved in the crash has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of aggravated operation of an unlicensed vehicle in the third degree, and he will pay a $500 fine.  

According to records, this case stems from a fatal Manhattan pedestrian accident that occurred on January 24 that took the life of a famed fashion stylist.  The woman was attempting to cross the road at the intersection of First Avenue and 90th Street when the driver of the garbage truck came around the corner at a high rate of speed and ran her down.  The woman was killed as a result of the crash and the man turned out to be lacking a license to drive the vehicle. 

New York Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our condolences and our support to the family of the woman who was killed, as this result will likely not sit well with those who have lost a loved one in this Manhattan pedestrian accident.  In addition, this crash will 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 Wrongful Death Lawyers

In situations like this one, families who have suffered an enormous loss fortunately have more than one option to stand up for their rights.  In addition to the criminal aspect of the matter, the family could file a New York wrongful death lawsuit against the driver and/or the employer.  If such a lawsuit was filed and it turned out to be successful for the family, they could recover damages that compensate them for their losses.

If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you need to seek the help of New York wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for 40 years.  Contact Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today to schedule a free initial consultation.