Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Arizona
Most pedestrian crashes are entirely preventable. The majority stem from driver negligence, unsafe road conditions, or several factors working together to create dangerous situations. Understanding these causes helps both pedestrians stay safe and injured victims identify who bears responsibility for their collision.
Distracted Driving
Despite Arizona’s hands-free cell phone law prohibiting handheld cell phone use while driving, driver distraction remains a leading cause of pedestrian crashes. Drivers texting, scrolling, or attending to passengers on busy streets fail to notice pedestrians until it’s too late. Nationally, distracted driving accounts for 25-30% of pedestrian crashes.
Speeding
Multi-lane arterial roads through our cities often have speed limits between 45-55 mph. At these speeds, drivers have limited time to react when a pedestrian enters the roadway. Research shows that even 10 mph over the limit dramatically increases the risk of a fatal outcome. When crashes occur at high speeds, the injuries are almost always catastrophic.
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