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Pedestrian Accidents and Injuries – What Victims and Their Families Should Know

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that, on average, there is one pedestrian killed in a crash every two hours, and at least one is injured every eight minutes. What kind of injuries are sustained, though, and can victims expect to recover? More importantly, what recourse do pedestrians and their families have when a crash causes temporary disability, permanent disability, or wrongful death? The following explains. Most Commonly Sustained [...]

2017-02-14T09:51:00+00:00February 14, 2017|Pedestrian Accidents|

Pedestrian Deaths and Injuries Surprisingly Common in Wisconsin

For a while, Americans were taking their cars everywhere – even to the store just around the corner from their house. Then the obesity issue became an epidemic. Doctors and healthcare professionals pleaded with them to take their health more seriously. Some did. Then more caught on. Fast forward to today and walking has become the “new” way to commute. Unfortunately, not everyone can walk to commute. That means there [...]

2016-09-08T09:15:00+00:00September 8, 2016|Pedestrian Accidents|

Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise in Wisconsin

Last year, Wisconsin's pedestrian deaths rose by 22 percent. Warm spring weather, substantial decreases in gas prices, and an improved economy were all considered factors for this rise in traffic fatalities last year. While there may be some truth to this information, it cannot be used as an excuse. An examination other pedestrian-friendly cities may offer some insight as to how Wisconsin could better their streets for their most vulnerable [...]

2016-02-02T16:38:57+00:00February 2, 2016|Pedestrian Accidents|

Can Liability be Limited for Distracted Pedestrians?

Driving distractions, such as texting or checking a social media account via mobile device, can lead to serious accidents and injuries. However, many people do not realize the risks of using these devices while walking. If a pedestrian is distracted, he or she may not notice a turning car or one that is coming in his or her direction—he or she may step into the road in front of a [...]

2015-10-16T17:15:59+00:00October 16, 2015|Pedestrian Accidents|
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