Walking Should Not Be a Risk to Your Life
We teach our kids to look both ways before crossing the street. But even when you follow the rules, drivers aren't always looking for you.
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise. A recent report from the Governors Highway Safety Association showed that pedestrian deaths have reached a 40-year high. Why? Bigger SUVs and more distracted drivers looking at phones.
If you are hit by a car while walking, the injuries are often catastrophic. We have helped many families where a child was hit in a crosswalk or a parent was hit in a parking lot.
The driver might say, "I didn't see them." That is not a defense. Drivers have a duty to scan the road and watch for people. If they were texting or speeding, they are responsible for the damage they caused.
