Pedestrian Accidents

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Target the Insurance Company, Not Your Friend or Family Member

11.24.2024

It’s not uncommon for people to be injured through no fault of their own in circumstances caused by a friend or family member.  However, that doesn’t mean the injured person shouldn’t pursue claim damages out of fear they’ll be causing financial harm to someone they have a personal relationship with. Whether it’s a vehicle crash, […]

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Why Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Deaths Increased in 2020 and 2021

02.23.2022

After the COVID-19 pandemic began forcing people to make changes to their lives and daily routines, public safety experts were hopeful that roads throughout the United States would become safer. More people working from home and avoiding public activities would lead to reduced traffic on the roads, and it stood to reason that this would […]

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Where Are Pedestrian Accidents Most Likely to Happen?

06.25.2021

While collisions between vehicles can be dangerous, collisions between a vehicle and a person on foot are even more likely to lead to serious injuries or death. Victims of pedestrian accidents can suffer multiple forms of bodily harm, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis, multiple broken bones, and severe lacerations that may […]

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Why Did the Number of Pedestrian Accident Deaths Increase in 2020?

04.09.2021

For many, life seemed to slow to a standstill for much of 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic led many people to work from home and avoid traveling or attending public gatherings. Because of this, one would expect that the roads would have been safer due to less traffic. However, the opposite was true, especially for pedestrians. […]

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Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Wisconsin

10.01.2020

On average, over 1,200 pedestrians are injured and over 50 are killed in Wisconsin car accidents each year. Pedestrians are some of the most defenseless accident victims, and in many cases, their injuries can be severe. If you have been injured as a pedestrian, understanding some of the frequent causes of pedestrian accidents may help […]

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Examining Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities in Wisconsin

06.16.2020

Studies show that approximately every seven hours, a pedestrian is injured or killed in a car accident in the state of Wisconsin. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, 1,252 car accidents involved pedestrians throughout 2016. While only 49 pedestrians suffered fatal injuries in these collisions, an incredible 1,181 pedestrians suffered injuries that required medical […]

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What Are My Options After Being Injured in a Pedestrian Accident?

04.03.2020

Every day, pedestrians are injured or killed in accidents involving motor vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,283 pedestrians were fatally injured in pedestrian accidents in 2018. This was the highest number of annual pedestrian fatalities in the United States over the last two-plus decades, further sparking concern over pedestrian safety. […]

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7 Ways to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents

09.27.2019

Based on the statistics that have been reported, many common pedestrian acts, such as going for a walk or run, have become rather dangerous. Looking over trends from recent years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that roughly 129, 000 pedestrians required treatment in emergency rooms for non-fatal crash-related injuries in 2015. […]

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How Can Fault Be Determined in a Wisconsin Pedestrian Accident?

09.23.2019

When a pedestrian is injured in a car accident, the motorist who struck a person on foot may be held responsible for harm caused to the victim. Incidents that involve a pedestrian can be complex due to the damages and injuries that can occur in a collision, as well as the potential reasons behind the […]

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