Category Archives: Pedestrian Accident
Protecting Your Rights After a Pedestrian Accident
Many people do not fully realize the risks they face when they are running errands on foot, or simply going for a stroll. Truthfully, though, pedestrians are at a very high risk when they are out walking. If a driver crashes into you, it can result in a number of severe injuries such as… Read More »
Do You Need an Accident Report After a Pedestrian Accident?
With its temperate weather, Tampa is a great city to get around on foot. Unfortunately, pedestrians share the road with drivers and they do not always respect the rights of walkers. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are approximately 10,300 pedestrian accidents in the state annually. These… Read More »
Man Hit by Box Truck on I-275
Pedestrian accidents are common in Tampa. In many cases, the driver is at fault. However, there are also cases in which a pedestrian makes poor decisions and walks across a busy road. This can lead to fatality. Sadly, this was recently the case in Tampa. A man was crossing Interstate 275 when he was… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed in Crash on Dale Mabry Highway
While the roadways are supposed to support motorists, pedestrians, and others, the motorists often prevail. If there is someone in the road, it can be hard for cars to slow down in time to avoid a crash. This is especially true on busy highways. When motorists are traveling at high speeds, pedestrians don’t have… Read More »
Toddler Killed in Pedestrian Accident
At 3:30 in the morning, where do you expect your toddler child to be? Most parents would say, sleeping in their bed. Unfortunately, that was not the case for parents in Town ‘N’ Country, whose 3-year-old boy escaped their apartment at that time in the morning. Sadly, the boy was hit by a car… Read More »
Tampa Man Killed While Crossing Interstate 75
After a breakdown on the roadway, drivers need to practice safety first. They may be tempted to run across the road and get help, but that is rarely a good idea, especially on a busy roadway early in the morning. Drivers on freeways and interstates are not looking for pedestrians, so seeing someone on… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed After Getting Hit By 3 Vehicles
When a pedestrian gets hit by one vehicle, they will likely suffer severe injuries, but there’s a possibility they could survive. When they get hit by three vehicles in a span of just a few minutes, the odds are against them. A pedestrian was recently killed in Orlando after getting hit by three vehicles… Read More »
Man Killed In Panama City Pedestrian Accident
It can be scary for pedestrians to walk around Florida. Busy roadways make it hard for people to cross roads safely. In some cases, they can get hit by a car and killed. Sadly, this was recently the case in Panama City. A pedestrian was killed in an accident on the evening of April… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed In Crash On Dale Mabry Highway
Car crashes happen quite often, especially on busy roads. Many of these accidents involve pedestrians, resulting in fatality. A recent crash in Tampa has killed a pedestrian. The fatal accident happened on the morning of February 17 on Dale Mabry Highway. A pedestrian was crossing the highway when he was hit by a vehicle… Read More »
2 Killed In Florida Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are a common sight in Florida, as the state sees many tourists due to theme parks and other forms of entertainment. Drivers need to be very careful when on the road, as pedestrians typically have the right of way. Pedestrians have no protection if they are hit by a car, so the result… Read More »
