Our attorneys have extensive experience handling various types of pedestrian accident cases. The most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:
Distracted Driving: A common cause of pedestrian accidents is
distracted driving
. This includes talking, texting, consuming food or beverages, and fidgeting with music or radio settings.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI): Those who
drive under the influence
of alcohol or other drugs may be held liable for injuries and found guilty of criminal charges.
Poor Weather Conditions: With inclement weather conditions, drivers may be found liable for a pedestrian accident due to failure to control speed to avoid an accident.
Right-Turn Accidents: Motor vehicles may have limited visibility or be distracted when making right turns where crosswalks are present.
Failure to Obey Traffic Laws: Many states share traffic laws that force drivers to yield to pedestrians. Among other traffic violations, failure to yield is one of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents.