Category: Pedestrian Accidents

When a pedestrian accident causes injuries, victims are often able to recover compensation if the incident was caused by the negligence of another party. Sometimes, this compensation comes through a settlement with an insurance carrier. In other situations, a pedestrian accident victim may have to file a personal injury lawsuit against the other party. A…

The argument over whether or not jaywalking should be legal still raves across the country and even here in California. However, the Freedom to Walk Act was passed by the California Assembly and signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The law took effect in January 2023. The goal of this new law was to…

One of the most common tips that doctors give the senior citizen is to walk if they are able to, and to do so regularly. In fact, there is a reason that so many fitness companies are marketing products like step counters and exercise apps to seniors. This is a growing and healthy trend. However,…

Parents and guardians continually fret about keeping their children safe around the roadway. There is little doubt that children will be around a road at some point, whether they are going to a friend’s house, heading to the library, or just biking around for some exercise. As adults, we know the basics of pedestrian safety,…

California traffic laws may seem like a nuisance to many people, but the reality is that they save lives. Vehicles weigh thousands of pounds, and they can inflict significant damage in the event an accident occurs. Right-of-way laws are incredibly important for all drivers to understand because they provide clear guidance regarding when a driver…

There is never a good time for drivers to take their eyes off of the road. If you share the roadways with cars, always pay attention to what’s going on around you, as this helps minimize the chance of being involved in an accident. The car always wins A driver’s negligence can lead to serious…

As a pedestrian, you know how important it is to be aware of your surroundings at all times. In California, a growing number of people have come to realize that it’s much easier to walk from one destination to the next — not to mention the health-boosting effects of such a biped lifestyle. While there…

Some people live in urban areas, while others only visit for work, entertainment, shopping and dining among other activities. It doesn’t matter why you spend time in a busy city but walking around is obviously unavoidable. Walking is a great way to experience an area while getting some exercise that will keep you happy and healthy….

As a pedestrian, you know that one mistake by a driver could lead to an accident with serious injuries. Even so, this doesn’t mean you should stop walking or biking from one place to the next, especially since both forms of transportation are most congenial to the environment. It’s important to understand the most common…

In the event of an unavoidable crash, should a driverless car be programmed to save as many lives possible? Or instead, should it protect its occupants rather than others? That type of “social dilemma” is being pondered by social scientists, government regulators and manufacturers as the commercial debut of autonomous cars draws closer in California…