Distracted driving is the most common cause of pedestrian accidents and all other road accidents in the U.S. It happens more than speeding and drunk driving. If you’re unsure of how to avoid pedestrian accidents, a lawyer would advise: Drivers to slow down in pedestrian areas Drivers to be patient with senior pedestrians Pedestrians to be observant of their surroundings Pedestrians to avoid making assumptions that the car will stop Both drivers and pedestrians to look for eye contact