How do you even prevent this, or minimize the risk as a pedestrian? I've had so many close calls that I never cross the street until cars have come to a full stop and I make eye contact with the driver so I know they know I am there. But the victim here was just standing on the sidewalk. 

How does the killer even get her license back, ever? She should never be allowed to drive again. The $1000 fine is just a slap in the face to the victim's family. That's insulting.