Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents increase every year. Over 70,000 pedestrians are injured each year in traffic accidents. Although there are laws to protect them, it is still risky to walk along and across busy streets. A pedestrian is given automatic right-of-way when crossing a street using a designated crosswalk, which makes automobile drivers liable for injury to a person traveling on foot if an accident occurs. The law does not fault a pedestrian for damages or injury, even if that person was jaywalking, in most cases.

Common causes of a pedestrian accident include obstructed views, bad weather conditions, and loss of control of a vehicle on the road. Pedestrians are struck every day because of reckless behavior, either on the part of the pedestrian or the driver. Laws to protect pedestrians are complicated and change from case to case. If you have been involved in a pedestrian knockdown, it’s important that you seek legal representation. Call our office today to learn more about pedestrian accidents.