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Category: Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian Fatalities at 30-Year High
February 12, 2021 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsIn 2020, WINK-TV reported the number of people killed while walking on the street was at a 30-year high nationwide. Tragically, Southwest Florida continues to have too many hit-and-run pedestrian accidents.
Popular SUVs and Pedestrian Accidents
November 20, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsThe Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS’s) recent study showed new SUVs are more lethal to pedestrians than cars, according to a Fort Myers pedestrian accident attorney.
Speeding’s Effect on Pedestrian Accidents
October 14, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsHigher vehicle speeds increase both the likelihood of a pedestrian being struck by a car and the severity of any injuries.
Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area Declared One of the Most Dangerous Pedestrian Areas
October 2, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsSmart Growth America’s 2019 Dangerous by Design report showed the Cape Coral-Ft. Myers metro area ranked 8th in a list of the top 20 most dangerous pedestrian areas.
Pedestrian Laws for Southwest Florida Beachgoers
September 22, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsAre you planning a getaway to one of southwest Florida’s stunning beaches? While there are certainly plenty of reasons why you might want to escape right now, it’s also important to keep safety in mind. Florida’s beloved Fort Myers area has much to offer by way of sunshine and relaxation. However, with an abundance of cars on the road, unfamiliar visitors to the area are often involved in serious pedestrian accidents. If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian-related crash in southwest...
7 Most Common Florida Pedestrian Accidents
August 28, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsFort Myers pedestrian injury attorney recognizes that more and more pedestrians are injured or killed every year because of driver negligence. Smart Growth America reported in 2020 Dangerous by Design that 2018 was the deadliest on record for pedestrians. U.S. drivers struck and killed 6,283 people.
Who Is Most at Risk of Having a Pedestrian Accident?
August 14, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsWINK News reported on February 8, 2020, that pedestrian traffic fatalities are at an all-time high.
COVID-19 Restrictions Add More Bicyclist and Pedestrian Traffic
May 13, 2020 | Category: Bike Accidents, Pedestrian AccidentsDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more bicyclists and pedestrians are outdoors enjoying Florida’s environment and sharing the roads with motor vehicles.
Are Smart Car Safety Features to Prevent Collisions With Pedestrians Working?
May 6, 2020 | Category: Pedestrian AccidentsThe American Automobile Association (AAA) tested the reliability of automatic braking and other safety features and issued a warning. The technology drivers depend on to keep them safe may not do so.
Florida News Alert – Pedestrian Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident
March 19, 2020 | Category: Florida News Alerts, Pedestrian AccidentsFort Myers, FL (March 18, 2020) Fort Myers police report a pedestrian was injured in an accident around 8:00 p.m. The driver left the scene.