Sometimes, walking on city streets and roads in California offers different views than what you would get in a car. However, safety should be a focus, as you want to decrease the risk of being involved in an accident that could result in severe injuries. The following...
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Pedestrian Accidents
Distracted walking and pedestrian accidents
Pedestrian deaths in the U.S. reached a new high in 2021. It’s estimated that an average of 20 pedestrians are killed every day. And deadly pedestrian accidents are on the rise in California. You’ve probably heard of car accidents caused by distracted driving. But the...
What you should know about pedestrian accidents
Nationwide, more than 70,000 pedestrian injuries occur every year. An additional 6,000 pedestrian deaths also happen yearly. California often ranks higher in both pedestrian deaths and injuries than any other state. If you spend a lot of time in California, you should...
Risks to pedestrians who are hit by cars
Pedestrians in California are at significant risk of injury or death from being hit by cars. The last few years have brought a significant increase in the number of accidents that involve pedestrians as well as pedestrian death rates. Pedestrian risk There is no...
What’s contributing to an uptick in pedestrian deaths?
California is a beautiful state worth exploring. Some people prefer to travel through it by car or truck. However, you'll also see lots of this state's residents getting around by walking. Sadly, a report shows that pedestrian deaths are beginning to increase. Here...
Pedestrian accidents in California: Where do they happen most?
With so many people living in California, it's no surprise that pedestrian accidents happen quite often. There are relatively safer areas for pedestrians, while others are prone to accidents. Let's look at such places and what you can do if you are ever injured....
California tries Vision Zero to reduce car accidents
Pedestrians may suffer severe injuries if hit by a car while running errands, shopping, or performing tasks. Traveling by foot doesn't afford the same protections as driving inside a vehicle or sitting on a bus. The human body absorbs the brunt of the impact and...
Pedestrian deaths increased in 2021
A surge in motor vehicle accident deaths has prompted many cities in California and around the country to launch Vision Zero campaigns. These initiatives use public funds to install bicycle lanes, improve pedestrian infrastructure and redesign dangerous intersections,...
How can drivers reduce the risk of pedestrian injuries?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 6,205 pedestrians deaths occurred via accidents in 2019. Many of these accidents occurred due to driver error or inattention. While pedestrians must take the proper steps to ensure their safety, drivers...
Man killed while crossing highway in San Jose
Pedestrian accidents in California can have life-changing consequences for victims and drivers. Because pedestrians lack the protection of a person driving in a car, an accident between the two can have a detrimental outcome. Even in a best-case scenario where victims...