Pedestrians

Alabama Pedestrian Killed In Fatal Accident

by Johnston, Moore & Thompson, Huntsville... on 5/15/2013

A fatal accident is not what usually comes to mind when one hears "wrongful death." The term wrongful death often conjures up the image of someone being killed on purpose and with malice....more

A Pedestrian Struck Outside Of A Crosswalk Can Still Bring A Personal Injury Claim

by Stipe, Harper, Laizure, Uselton, Belote,... on 4/24/2013

If a pedestrian in Oklahoma is struck by a vehicle while walking outside of the crosswalk, he or she is not barred from filing a lawsuit to receive compensation for injuries that occurred as a result....more

Rollerbladers Can Now Legally Skate On Road

by Howard Ankin on 4/22/2013

Under a new law, effective January 1st of this year, inline skaters and rollerbladers can now skate in the road, though not within the City of Chicago. According to the statute, written on behalf of Elmhurst attorney and...more

Don’t Panic: Pedestrian Safety Is Paramount, But Drivers Have Rights, Too

by Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson on 4/8/2013

More than 4,000 pedestrians lost their lives in 2010 in the United States after being struck by a motor vehicle. If you’re the driver involved, it’s important to take several early steps after an accident involving a...more

Were You In A Hit And Run And Pedestrian Accident?

by Stipe, Harper, Laizure, Uselton, Belote,... on 3/25/2013

Pedestrians take a risk each time they take to the sidewalks. While walking to get places or for health reasons is generally an excellent choice, pedestrians must remain alert at all times when walking near roadways....more

A Speeding Vehicle Hits Unsuspecting Pedestrians

by Begam & Marks on 3/25/2013

A driver speeding excessively at 60 mph over the speed limit crashed into several vehicles hit a man getting out of his truck, lost control and slammed into a group of people in their front yard. The vehicle, determined to be...more

Info for San Diego Pedestrians Involved in Accidents

by Thorsnes Bartolotta McGuire LLP on 3/20/2013

San Diego is a particularly dangerous city for pedestrians, according to a study performed by Transportation for America. Pedestrian deaths account for 22 percent of the city’s total traffic deaths, whereas the national...more

Plan Addresses Ways to Decrease Injuries

by Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks on 3/6/2013

The Hawaii Injury Prevention Plan 2005–2010, released by the Hawaii State Department of Health's Injury Prevention and Control Program, is attempting to improve the health and safety of the residents of Hawaii by examining...more

Hit and Run Accidents Rampant in Los Angeles

by Barry P. Goldberg, A Professional Law... on 3/4/2013

While hit-and-run accidents are a nationwide problem, Los Angeles is leading the way with staggering figures. According to AAA, 44% of all reported traffic accidents in Los Angeles are caused by hit-and-run drivers. This...more

Newsbreak: Sexual Predators on Facebook and More [Video]

by Lawyers.com on 2/14/2013

Lawyers.com Editorial Director Betsy Kim gives today's Newsbreak reporting on the Indiana law banning sexual predators from Facebook, a ruling upholding disability insurance for drug addicts and a case of drunk Segway...more

Pedestrian vs. Cab – Not a Fair Fight

by Law Offices of Nussin S. Fogel on 1/9/2013

There are more than 13,000 yellow (medallion) taxi cabs that service New York City. A number of New York City visitors and residents are injured by taxi cabs on a daily basis — as passengers, in collisions while driving or...more

If Drivers Injure Pedestrians, Do They Face Criminal Charges in New York City?

by Michael Barasch | Barasch McGarry Salzman & Penson PC on 12/21/2012

Assuming driver negligence caused injuries to a pedestrian, the possibility exists for criminal prosecution. But the NYPD may not investigate accidents that are not fatal, so many drivers cause injuries without facing...more

Fatal Southern California Hit and Run Accident Grim Reminder of Pedestrian Risk

by Thorsnes Bartolotta McGuire LLP on 12/13/2012

Southern California provides temperate weather, beachside walking paths and a health-conscious population so many people in San Diego and throughout the region walk, jog and run for pleasure and fitness. Despite these...more

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Alabama Pedestrian Killed In Fatal Accident

A Pedestrian Struck Outside Of A Crosswalk Can Still Bring A Personal Injury Claim

Rollerbladers Can Now Legally Skate On Road

Don’t Panic: Pedestrian Safety Is Paramount, But Drivers Have Rights, Too

Were You In A Hit And Run And Pedestrian Accident?

A Speeding Vehicle Hits Unsuspecting Pedestrians

Info for San Diego Pedestrians Involved in Accidents

Plan Addresses Ways to Decrease Injuries

Hit and Run Accidents Rampant in Los Angeles

Newsbreak: Sexual Predators on Facebook and More [Video]

Pedestrian vs. Cab – Not a Fair Fight

If Drivers Injure Pedestrians, Do They Face Criminal Charges in New York City?

Fatal Southern California Hit and Run Accident Grim Reminder of Pedestrian Risk

Newsbreak: Sexual Predators on Facebook and More [Video]

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