Hit as a Pedestrian in Newark?
They Owe You.
Pedestrians struck in Newark face a complex web of right-of-way rules (crosswalk vs midblock, marked vs unmarked, school-zone vs commercial). Under state law applies (NJSA 2A:15-5.1), your fault percentage matters even if the d.
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How New Jersey law shapes your Newark pedestrian accident case.
The four facts that drive Newark pedestrian accident cases.
Time matters
Don't wait. Evidence gets lost fast — security camera footage often disappears within days. There's also a deadline to file. The sooner you call, the more we can do.
Time matters
Don't wait. Evidence gets lost fast. The sooner you call, the more we can do.
Right-of-way doctrine & driver-duty rules
Pedestrians struck in Newark face a complex web of right-of-way rules (crosswalk vs midblock, marked vs unmarked, school-zone vs commercial). Under state law applies (NJSA 2A:15-5.1), your fault percentage matters even if the driver clearly hit you. We pull traffic-cam footage, business-surveillance video (often overwritten within 30-60 days), and the police report to lock in fault before evidence disappears. Many pedestrian cases involve uninsured drivers — UM/UIM coverage from the pedestrian's own auto policy often applies even when on foot.
New Jersey co-counsel
Madison Law Firm PLLC is licensed in the State of New York. Newark pedestrian accident matters are handled in association with New Jersey-licensed attorneys under written disclosure.
Newark questions, answered.
I was hit as a pedestrian in Newark — can I recover even if I was crossing mid-block?
Possibly yes. Drivers owe pedestrians a duty of care regardless, and fault is rarely all-or-nothing. Let us look at the specifics before you rule anything out.
The driver's insurance offered me a settlement already — should I take it?
Not before you talk to us. Early offers are usually far below what your injuries are worth. Once you sign, you can't go back.
What does a pedestrian accident lawyer cost?
Nothing up front. Contingency — no fee unless we win. The first call is free.
How long do I have to act?
New Jersey sets a firm deadline from the day you got hurt. Call us today and we'll confirm your window.
Tell us about your Newark pedestrian accident case.
Free case review. Same-day response. No fee unless we win.
The clock started the day you got hurt.
New Jersey gives you 2 years for most injury cases. Open your file fast.