Although drivers have a higher duty of care to be more cautious when there are pedestrians around, that does not necessarily mean that they are always at fault when a pedestrian is hit. Usually, when a driver hits a pedestrian, the driver is at … [Read more...] about Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right of Way?
Pedestrian Accidents
Can the Pedestrian Be at Fault in a Car-Pedestrian Accident?
Pedestrians also have an obligation to act as any reasonable person would to protect themselves. When you are in an accident and you hit a pedestrian, in most cases you, the driver, would be found at fault. However, although the law holds the driver … [Read more...] about Can the Pedestrian Be at Fault in a Car-Pedestrian Accident?
The Most Common Special Circumstances Auto Accidents
Pedestrian accidents, rental liability, and animals can all be involved in vehicular collisions, and it isn’t always easy to discern who is at fault. When there is an accident that involves just two cars and two drivers, determining who is at fault … [Read more...] about The Most Common Special Circumstances Auto Accidents
Misconceptions About Pedestrian Accidents
Whenever there is a collision between a car and a pedestrian, the resulting injuries are often serious and even fatal. Car accidents involving pedestrians are often extremely dangerous. Whenever there is a collision between a car and a pedestrian, … [Read more...] about Misconceptions About Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians at High Risk of Pelvic Fractures
When a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, they can sustain multiple injuries including pelvic fractures. Imagine you are out for a leisurely walk to enjoy the beautiful weather, and suddenly a car deviates from the road and strikes you on … [Read more...] about Pedestrians at High Risk of Pelvic Fractures
Pedestrian Accidents Occur More Often at Night
Approximately 72% of the accidents involving pedestrian injuries occur at night. Anyone who lives in a big city would agree that walking along the streets comes with its own risks, especially when walking adjacent to a busy roadway. If a driver … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accidents Occur More Often at Night