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Category: Pedestrian Accidents
May is National Bike Safety Month - Keeping Bicyclists and Pedestrians Safe in Work Zones
May 17, 2022 | Category: Bike Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal InjuryWork zones can be dangerous for bicyclists and pedestrians especially as work zones are phased in which means they may change weekly or daily creating unsafe conditions.
Drivers Cut Corners in Lee County Roundabout
May 3, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsPotential accidents may injure students and others at the roundabout at the new Gateway High School. The school can accommodate more than 2,000 students, and drivers near Gateway High School in Fort Myers are cutting corners when in the roundabout.
When Pedestrians Have the Right of Way
April 5, 2022 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsNational Walking Day is April 6, 2022. It is observed every year on the first Wednesday in April to celebrate the easiest way to be the healthiest. This is a good time for all of us to remember to watch out for pedestrians in crosswalks and be mindful of their right-of-way.
Florida Accident Attorney Assists Brain-Injured Pedestrians Caused by Reckless Drivers
March 15, 2022 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsThe Brain Injury Association recognizes March as Brain Injury Awareness Month. Because of this, we at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. would like to discuss pedestrian brain injuries that are caused by reckless driving and how we can assist pedestrian victims.
How to Avoid a Pedestrian Accident
February 28, 2022 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsRecently, there have been a few news stories involving the tragedies of an individual walking along Colonial Boulevard, a man attempting to cross US-41 north of Evergreen Road and another man in his 40s walking on Palm Beach Boulevard. These incidents are just a few examples of victims of fatal pedestrian accidents in the Fort Myers area. Unfortunately, these types of accidents are far too common. While there are steps pedestrians can take to reduce their risk of being hit, it is becoming much...
Fort Myers Accident Attorney Says 2021 Lee County Traffic Deaths in Triple Figures
February 10, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Truck Accidents2021 was one of the deadliest years since 2017 for Lee County, Florida. What should you do if you have an accident?
Who is Considered a Vulnerable Road User in Florida?
February 3, 2022 | Category: Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsVulnerable road users are usually defined as those who are not protected by being in a car, truck, or bus because they have no metal covering if they are in an accident.
Residents Call for Changes at Dangerous Lee County Intersections
January 11, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal InjuryThe U.S. Department of Transportation reports that more than 50 percent of the combined total of fatal and injury crashes occur at or near intersections. Here are 5 tips for driving safely in intersections to protect pedestrians.
Pedestrian Deaths Up in the U.S. – 9 Driver Safety Tips
September 15, 2021 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsThe U.S. Department of Transportation's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) reported in 2021 that pedestrian motor vehicle crash deaths increased 51 percent since their low point in 2009.
Move Over Act Good for Bikers and Walkers
August 25, 2021 | Category: Bike Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsThe Move Over for People Act adds clarity to existing Florida statutes.