Did you know that in 2009 alone, there were more than 4,000 deaths and about 59,000 injuries due to pedestrian accidents?
In fact, statistics show that on average a pedestrian is killed every 8 minutes and one is injured every 111 minutes.
In addition, pedestrians actually account for 11 percent of all traffic related deaths in the United States.
If you have been injured or a loved one was killed in one, you can consult a Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer to help you hold the responsible driver liable for his negligence.
For those who have not been involved in a pedestrian accident, here are some tips that can keep you safe against reckless vehicles:
- Cross only on designated crosswalks
As much as possible, cross only on crosswalks to avoid being hit or struck by vehicles.
Marked crosswalks are easy to spot; the problem is finding unmarked cross walks.
Well one point to remember is that all intersections generally have a crosswalk (even if it is unmarked), so just go to the nearest intersection.
- Watch your kids around ice cream trucks
Ice cream trucks have pretty huge blind spots and the driver may not see rushing children as they approach.
Get the attention of the ice cream driver and wait for them to stop before coming near.
- Watch your way around driveways and garages
You may feel safe because you are walking on the side walk but you can still be hit by cars going in or out houses.
Make sure that you look around before passing a house’s driveway.
- Use your ears as well
Be aware of your surroundings and listen for the sound of incoming vehicles.
People with poor vision actually depend on the sounds of vehicles to decide whether to cross or not.
That is why the US Congress is urging manufacturers of hybrid cars to create a solution because their quiet cars are becoming hazards for the visually-impaired.
Get Help
The Mesriani Law Group has a team of expert Los Angeles personal injury attorneys who boast of more than 15 years experience in handling pedestrian accident cases and recovering losses for victims.
We can also take your case on a “No Win, No Fee” Basis which means that you do not have to pay our attorney fees until you get the compensation you deserve.
For more information about how we can help your case, feel free to call us at (310) 826-6300 or send an email at info@mesriani.com.
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