Navigating the aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be overwhelming and confusing. Knowing your rights and understanding the process involved in navigating personal injury claims for pedestrian accidents can empower you to make informed decisions and seek the...
The fact is accidents happen. If this happens, you should know what to do and what steps to take next. This is especially important if you are involved in a pedestrian accident. Consider the following – you go out for a morning walk, and suddenly, a vehicle jumps the...
17 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrian accidents occur every day across the United States. Unfortunately, when pedestrians are struck by a motor vehicle, the results can be devastating. In most cases, in a person vs. car or truck accident, it’s the person who...
When most people think of Florida, they are reminded of the beautiful theme parks and the crystal-clear waters right next to the sandy beaches. However, this beautiful locale is sadly ranked as the worst state for pedestrian safety according to a report by Smart...
Federal Judge Sandra Feuerstein was killed, and a six-year-old child was injured on April 9th at 10:22 AM on North Ocean Blvd in Boca Raton, FL. It is alleged that a car driving north on Ocean Blvd, went around stopped traffic, up onto a sidewalk when the Judge was...
Florida is among the most dangerous cities for pedestrians. According to data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there were 9,356 recorded pedestrian crashes in Florida in 2018, 1,543 of which were incapacitating. The FLHSMV also...
Unfortunately, Florida is ranked as the most dangerous state for walking in the United States, according to Smart Growth America. In a 2019 report, the state was shown to have amassed a total of 5,433 pedestrian facilities from 2008 to 2017, giving the state a...
Like any other type of accident, cross traffic accidents occur due to the negligence of one or more drivers. These types of accidents can result in serious injuries depending on the severity of the impact. Common cross traffic accidents include failing to yield...
Accidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists take place throughout the United States. Sometimes these accidents involve personal vehicles while other times pedestrians and bicyclists suffer the wrath of commercial vehicles. Commercial vehicles can include delivery...
When a driver violates the traffic rules and puts others on the road at unnecessary risk, pedestrians and bikers among others become vulnerable. Many pedestrians and bikers get hit by reckless drivers and die on the spot or eventually, due to the injuries sustained in...
