Category: Pedestrian Accidents
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.
Sharing the Road with Bicyclists, Pedestrians & Motorcyclists
May 5, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates U.S. roads were more dangerous in the second quarter of 2020 than they have been in years.
Cape Coral & Fort Myers Marginally Improve Pedestrian Safety
April 16, 2021 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsThe number of pedestrians struck and killed by drivers across the nation increased by 45 percent from 2010 – 2019. Florida ranked number one in the 2021 report with the most pedestrian fatalities.
What Are the Most Common Pedestrian Injuries?
March 19, 2021 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsPedestrians are at risk of being struck by a vehicle every time they walk in Southwest Florida. The NIH says the most vulnerable pedestrians are children, the elderly, and those of lower socioeconomic status.