How Many Pedestrians are Killed and Injured Each Year?

Every year, around 4,000 pedestrians are killed in motor vehicle accidents in the United States, and another 70,000 are injured. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines a pedestrian victim as anyone on foot, running, jogging, walking, sitting, lying down or hiking who is involved in a motor vehicle accident. Every year, around 4,000 pedestrians …

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Updated: April 12, 2021

Parking Lot Accidents: Pinned Between 2 Vehicles

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An estimated 20% of all car accidents take place in commercial parking lots. Surprisingly, more accidents happen in parking garages and parking lots than in highways and main roads. When driving in a parking lot, even the most careful and defensive driver may divert his attention from driving to other issues, such as looking for …

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Updated: November 12, 2024

Distracted Pedestrians – A Growing Concern in St. Louis

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Distracted pedestrians are becoming more prone to accidents on the road, resulting in serious injuries and even death. Distracted driving is an ever growing problem even though everyone is aware of its consequences. Distracted driving is when a driver’s attention is diverted by the use of a cell phone, texting, adjusting the radio or the navigation system, or looking at an …

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Updated: April 8, 2023

Car Accidents Involving Distracted Pedestrians

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Recent reports show pedestrian fatalities are on the rise. Often times, when we think about distractions in relation to car accidents, we think about drivers who may be talking or texting on their cell phone, adjusting the radio, or eating. These are all common distractions that have the potential to cause a devastating accident. However, …

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Updated: April 5, 2025