Pedestrian Accidents: Understanding the Statistics
How to Observe National Walking Day
- Go for a 30-minute walk.
- Find a new trail near you or walk around your neighborhood.
- Visit a local park or walk on your treadmill if the weather isn’t good.
- Take your dog with you on the walk. They need the cardiovascular workout too!
The Risk of Pedestrian Accidents
Walking has many benefits, including better cardiovascular health, maintaining a healthy weight, more joint flexibility, stronger muscles, and improved mental health. But there are risks too. When walking near motor vehicles, pedestrians do need to be aware of their surroundings.
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What is a Pedestrian at Fault Car Accident?
If you or a loved one was injured as a pedestrian, you may be dealing with a severe injury and extensive recovery time. If there is uncertainty over who was at fault for the accident, that only increases the stress around the accident. Contact an experienced, local personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal rights.
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Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right-Of-Way?
Pedestrians are vulnerable road users. There are several factors that make them more susceptible to injury or harm in traffic environments. The main issue is that they are not occupants of vehicles who are surrounded by metal structures, seat belts, and airbags. Pedestrians lack physical protection. This makes them more exposed to direct impact in the event of a collision. In addition, pedestrians are smaller and less visible than vehicles. Particularly at night or in adverse weather conditions, pedestrians clearly visible. This reduced visibility can make it harder for drivers to notice pedestrians in time to react. This begs the question, do pedestrians always have the right-of-way?
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