Pedestrian And Bicycle Accident Lawyers In New Jersey
A pedestrian or bicycle accident can leave you dealing with mounting medical bills, lost income and real uncertainty about what comes next. At Cockerill, Craig & Moore, LLC, our aggressive trial attorneys have decades of courtroom experience representing people seriously injured by negligent drivers, fighting for pedestrians and cyclists throughout Woodbury and across New Jersey.
What Nonmotorists Are Entitled To After A Motor Vehicle Accident
New Jersey’s no-fault law allows pedestrians and cyclists to file a personal injury protection (PIP) claim through their own auto insurance or a household member’s policy after a crash with a motor vehicle. Available benefits may include:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Hospital stays and surgical care
- Follow-up doctor visits and specialist care
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Lost wages if your injuries keep you from working
- Essential household services you can no longer perform
If your losses exceed your PIP limits, you may also pursue additional compensation through the at-fault driver’s liability insurance.
If you do not own a vehicle or live in a household with an auto insurance policy, you may still be eligible for coverage through New Jersey’s special state fund (PLIGA).
Your Rights Under New Jersey’s Safe Passing Law
New Jersey enacted the Safe Passing Law in 2022, requiring drivers to provide at least four feet of clearance when passing cyclists or pedestrians. This law applies to all roads throughout New Jersey, including those in and around Woodbury.
A driver who violates this law and strikes a cyclist or pedestrian provides powerful evidence of negligence. We use this statutory violation to build a strong liability argument, shifting the pressure onto the driver and pushing back against insurers that try to blame you for the crash.
Comparative Negligence In Woodbury Pedestrian Accident Cases
New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence standard. If a driver struck you outside a marked crosswalk, the defense will argue that you bear some responsibility, but you can still recover damages as long as your share of fault stays below 51%.
Pedestrian accidents occur regularly on busy roads like Route 45 and Broad Street, and insurance companies will use the location of the accident to question your behavior. We bring in accident reconstruction specialists to establish the facts and protect the value of your claim.
One Call Puts Decades Of Trial Experience In Your Corner
The driver who hit you may have an insurance company and a legal team already working to limit what you recover. Our attorneys work alongside a network of medical and other professionals to build cases that stand up in court and at the negotiating table. Call us at 856-440-1231 or reach out to us online to schedule your consultation.