Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
There are many causes of pedestrian accidents. Some of the causes can be due to pedestrian mistakes and other accidents are caused by driver error.
Common Pedestrian Mistakes:
Pedestrians often do things which are unsafe and can contribute to an accident. Common mistakes a pedestrian might make could include:
- Jaywalking
- Not following traffic signals
- Darting into traffic
- Walking on a highway that does not allow pedestrians
Common Driver Mistakes
Drivers often contribute to pedestrian accidents by:
- Driving too fast
- Not exercising appropriate caution in a school zone
- Not obeying traffic signs
- Passing a school bus that has stopped
- Not signaling when turning
- Performing distracting actions while driving (cellphone, radio, eating, makeup, etc.)
- Drunk Driving
- Driving carelessly in poor weather conditions
More About Pedestrian Accidents
- What Should You Do After a Pedestrian Accident?
- Should I File a Pedestrian Injury Lawsuit?
- Do I need a Lawyer for my Pedestrian Accident Case?
