Pedestrian accidents – which usually involve a car hitting someone on foot – tend to happen in the blink of an eye before your brain has time to process it. Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Washington. Data from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission shows there were 154 pedestrian fatalities in 2023 – more
In 2018, a serious pedestrian accident in Spokane brought to the forefront the city’s responsibility for the safety of its residents. Benjamin Gedeon, struck by a vehicle at a North Spokane crosswalk, suffered life-altering injuries, leading to a significant legal case against the city. The incident not only highlighted the inherent risks pedestrians face but
Urban design plays a critical role in pedestrian safety not only here in Washington State, but throughout the country (and world). Unfortunately, research and statistics indicate that some of the most common methods urban designers use when addressing pedestrian safety are not effective. For example, studies have shown that most drivers will not slow down
Motorists must vigilantly keep an eye out for pedestrians when driving. Although virtually any motor vehicle accident has the potential to seriously injure those involved, because pedestrians are not protected by seatbelts, airbags, or the metal frame of an enclosed vehicle, when they are involved in such accidents, their injuries tend to be particularly severe.
Pedestrian street accidents are extremely common in this day and age. The United States is one of the most car-dependent countries globally, especially in cities like Spokane and Everett which have less robust public transportation systems such as large metropolitan areas like New York or Los Angeles. With such an abundance of cars, it is
The vast majority of pedestrian accidents occur when a person is hit by a vehicle while walking. Pedestrian accidents have been known to cause debilitating and life-threatening injuries. If you were hit by a car while walking, you may be wondering how you will overcome this trauma and get back to your life. If you
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