If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident, you must focus on health first. While you probably know you need to get medical attention for any injuries, do you know what’s next after you leave the scene? Knowing what you should do after a pedestrian accident in Birmingham can help you …
Pedestrians in the road face substantial danger from the other vehicles moving around them. Often, pedestrians may assume that they have right of way: that they have the right to move first in all circumstances. However, Alabama law notes that pedestrians do not always have right of way–and, in fact, pedestrians may need to exercise …
While pedestrians do not always have the right-of-way when sharing the roads with vehicles in Louisiana, the law does offer them protection when an accident occurs. If you were hit by a vehicle while on foot, you could consider speaking with a Louisiana personal injury lawyer from our team about your rights. If you wonder …
In 2019, 7,668 pedestrians were killed in both traffic and non-traffic accidents. On top of that, thousands more sustained injuries and damages. So even though the duty falls on drivers to ensure that they don’t put pedestrians at risk, that doesn’t mean that pedestrians can’t take the proper precautions to prevent an accident from happening. …
A pedestrian accident can be life-altering for victims. Pedestrians are generally vulnerable to severe or fatal injuries, even if it’s a slow-speed accident. Furthermore, the aftermath is usually associated with traumatic memories that haunt the survivor for ages. It feels even worse to know that someone else was negligent and caused the accident. Fortunately, you …
According to a recent report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Louisiana has the fifth-highest rate of pedestrian accidents. This is a concerning figure given that the state ranks 25th in population. To make matters worse, many of these accidents are fatal. The high number of accidents in Louisiana could be attributed to the fact …
According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report on pedestrian fatality statistics, Arkansas pedestrian fatalities increased by 17% between 2019 and 2020. Little Rock is considered the most dangerous place to walk, with 115 pedestrian accidents reported in 2020 alone. In addition, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently analyzed data from the US Department …
Drivers and pedestrians alike must follow the same safety rules and laws in Alabama. However, not every driver adheres to those laws. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents can occur in the blink of an eye. What can you expect from a pedestrian accident claim in Alabama, and what right do you have to compensation? As a pedestrian …
Pedestrian accidents are common in Arkansas, with an average of 25 pedestrians suffering preventable fatal injuries every year. Pedestrians encounter numerous risks when crossing the road, from drunk driving crashes to hit-and-run incidents. Generally, they are the most vulnerable on the road because they have no protection against surrounding cars. The general assumption is that pedestrians enjoy …
Understanding the pedestrian right-of-way laws in Mississippi is critical for any road user. It’s one of the first things new drivers and pedestrians must learn to prevent car accidents. Right-of-way laws vary from state to state, and if you use roads in Mississippi, it is essential to understand the pedestrian traffic rules. Even with traffic …
Letting your children walk to school is a great way to teach them responsibility. Before you let them commute alone, though, make sure they understand pedestrian safety etiquette. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4,735 pedestrians died in traffic accidents in the United States in 2013, and thousands more received treatment for …
In a matter of seconds, a serious accident can change a child’s life forever. Unfortunately, many pedestrian accident victims are teens and young children. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,205 pedestrians died in road accidents and an estimated 76,000 sustained injuries in 2019. Many of these collisions are unavoidable, but a …
As you may have noticed, there has been a lot of road construction taking place in New Orleans recently. Although roadway maintenance and improvements are necessary, and in many cases a welcomed change, it can be quite frustrating. The increased congestion, traffic and obstructed sightlines are often dangerous, especially when drivers are suddenly faced with …
It’s that time of year again – with April showers and May flowers comes the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, a two-weekend festival experience that brings a stellar music lineup, the best New Orleans food, and local arts and crafts vendors to the New Orleans Fairgrounds every year. With the festival comes large crowds …
Pedestrian Safety at Louisiana Festivals In New Orleans and throughout South Louisiana we are blessed with a multitude of festivals, concerts, sporting events and countless other diversions that draw major crowds. Unfortunately, with large crowds also come injuries from vehicle/pedestrian collisions and pedestrian accident injuries. As a pedestrian, you are entitled to great deference when …
