There are several reasons why children are more likely to be involved in pedestrian accidents than adults. Despite making up only a small portion of the population, child pedestrians are disproportionately likely to be injured or killed in … [Read more...] about Child Injured in a Pedestrian Car Accident
Pedestrian Accidents
4 Dangerous Distractions That Increase Risk of Pedestrian Accidents
With so many potential distractions, it's important for both drivers and pedestrians to be aware of their surroundings and pay attention to where they are going. It's a well-known fact that distracted driving is a huge problem in the US, … [Read more...] about 4 Dangerous Distractions That Increase Risk of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian Hit By Car St. Louis
You don’t have to be in a car to be involved in a car accident. According to the CDC, in 2017, 5,977 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents, and 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency rooms for nonfatal injuries. Since a pedestrian … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Hit By Car St. Louis
Who Is Liable if a Pedestrian Is in a St. Louis Car Accident While Jaywalking?
Both pedestrians and drivers can be found to be liable for an accident involving jaywalking, depending on the specifics of the case. Whether you hit someone who was crossing the street illegally, or you were a pedestrian hit while crossing at a … [Read more...] about Who Is Liable if a Pedestrian Is in a St. Louis Car Accident While Jaywalking?
Pedestrian Injured While Jaywalking in St. Louis: Who is At Fault?
In accidents that involve jaywalkers, it’s important to review the circumstances of the incident to determine who is at-fault . Generally, you’d think that people who break the law have what’s coming to them. If a person jaywalking gets hit by a … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Injured While Jaywalking in St. Louis: Who is At Fault?
Preventing Pedestrian Accidents: 5 Dangerous Spots to Look out for Pedestrians
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, there were 1454 car crashes involving pedestrians in 2017. Though the state trends show their number has been decreasing over the years, thanks to improved safety precautions taken by the state, the … [Read more...] about Preventing Pedestrian Accidents: 5 Dangerous Spots to Look out for Pedestrians