How Many Pedestrians are Injured in the Bronx Every Year?
Vision Zero Pedestrian Action Plan Has Made LIttle Difference
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise. Even though New York City put its Vision Zero Safety Plan into place in 2015 to reduce the number of accidents occurring in the Bronx and elsewhere, these mishaps continue to occur. While a handful of successes have happened, many Bronx areas still have excessive numbers of mishaps involving severe pedestrian injuries and death.
The Law Office of Asaro & Associates represents pedestrians who have sustained injuries in traffic accidents and other negligent acts in the Bronx. We have an experienced legal team who can help you understand your rights in a pedestrian injury case and get the compensation you deserve. If you were injured in a pedestrian accident in the Bronx, contact our office at 718-865-2452 to schedule your consultation.
Hot Spots Where Bronx Pedestrian Accidents Commonly Occur
About 200 pedestrians suffer severe injuries or are killed in the Bronx annually, averaging about four per week. While the rate of pedestrian accidents has improved, it has not kept up with the rate of improvement in other New York City boroughs, possibly exacerbated by the area’s expressways and high-volume arterial streets prone to crashes.
Although traffic accidents involving pedestrians can occur anywhere, the Bronx has several areas where these mishaps tend to occur more frequently. Severe pedestrian injuries and fatalities more commonly happen in high-density neighborhoods in the northern and southwestern areas of the Bronx, including the regions of Mott Haven and Fordham.
Approximately two-thirds of pedestrian accidents occur on Bronx arterial streets, including Grand Concourse, 3rd Avenue, and Fordham Road, all having higher volumes of vehicles and pedestrians. These areas often have more mid-block crossings resulting in pedestrian mishaps as the distances between intersections are lengthy and frequently inadequate to accommodate the number of pedestrians attempting to cross.
Most Likely Victims and Times for Pedestrian Accidents
Those most likely to suffer in a pedestrian accident are seniors 65 and older, accounting for 35% of victims. Second are young adults aged 18 to 29, who comprise about 18% of victims.
These statistics could help explain the prevalence of fatal pedestrian accidents occurring in the Bronx during overnight hours. As most pedestrian accidents occur outside of traditional morning and evening rush hours, the type of jobs that Bronx residents hold could also be another significant factor.
Pedestrians Suffer More Severe Injuries
Pedestrians, along with bicyclists, typically suffer more severe injuries because they do not have a vehicle protecting their bodies. Severe injuries can cause death well into the future and can include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries, sometimes resulting in paralysis
- Internal injuries
- Facial and dental injuries
- Skin injuries
- Bone and joint injuries
As with most motor vehicle accidents, those involving pedestrians usually result from the negligence of one or more drivers. Accidents involving pedestrians occur because of the following:
- Driver distraction or inattention
- Driving while intoxicated
- Speeding
Have You or a Family Member Been Injured in a Pedestrian Accident?
You don’t have to needlessly suffer because of the negligence of others. If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident in the Bronx, or if your family member has died due to the accident, you can file a suit seeking compensation.
Contact our law office at 718-865-2452 to get started on your case. We have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients who have suffered severe personal injuries.
