In 2014, approximately 700 pedestrians died in motor vehicle accidents in the state of California. Almost exactly the same number of pedestrians were killed in the state in 2013. Even as the overall number of people killed in motor vehicle collisions has declined, there has been a significant increase in pedestrian accident deaths nationwide. Some states have a higher pedestrian death rate than others. The LA Times reports California was the state with the highest number … [Read more...]
Dangerous LA Intersections are Putting Pedestrians at Risk
Pedestrians face significant dangers when they are hit by a motor vehicle, since they are not protected in any way from the force or impact of the collision. Unfortunately, between 2002 and 2013, there were more than 58,000 accidents involving pedestrians in Los Angeles County. In many cases, these pedestrians were hurt at intersections that were poorly designed and that created a significant risk of pedestrian collisions. Dangerous LA Intersections Put Pedestrians at Risk of … [Read more...]
Pedestrian Accident: Can a Pedestrian Hit Outside A Crosswalk Get Compensation For His Injuries?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 76,000 pedestrian accidents in the United States in 2012. In that same year, California ranked number one in pedestrian accident fatalities. Crosswalks are the part of the road set aside for pedestrian traffic. Most intersections have crosswalks, whether or not they are marked by painted lines. Although most crosswalks are at a corner, some are in the middle of the street. Pedestrian accidents in … [Read more...]