Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents are growing at an alarming rate with almost six thousand fatalities and a further 137,000 people needing treatment in emergency rooms in 2017 after being hit by a motorist, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The main causes of pedestrian accidents include: Distracted driving Speeding Driving while intoxicated Weather …

There are several factors that may put pedestrians at risk, including when they are walking in urban areas, after dark, and/or crossing the street at an intersection. Accidents involving pedestrians are also more likely to happen when a pedestrian and/or driver of a vehicle is distracted or impaired in some way. The age of the …

There are a number of things you should do if you get hit in a crosswalk. First, call 911 if you are able, and ensure you receive proper medical attention. You may also want to take pictures of the accident scene and gather contact information for the vehicle driver and any witnesses. Next, you may …