Category: Pedestrian Accidents

There were 5,987 pedestrian fatalities in 2016. Many of these deaths could have been avoided if proper safety precautions were taken. Here are some pedestrian safety tips to keep you safe this summer in high traffic areas, such as the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. TIPS TO STAY SAFE Injuries to pedestrians from car related accidents can be...

According to a new study, pedestrian deaths are at an all-time high and it does NOT appear to be a statistical anomaly. “U.S. pedestrian deaths totaled nearly 6,000 in 2017 for the second straight year amid mounting signs that walkers and drivers are dangerously distracted, according to a new study.” (USA Today) According to a report from the Governor’s...

Summer is a great time to be outside and enjoy the weather, be it in the car with all the windows down or just taking a stroll downtown. However, with summer adventures comes the added danger for pedestrians and drivers, alike. Here are some tips to avoid disaster this summer. With these few and helpful...

With the rise in people outside during the spring, it is important to be extra cautious when driving. Pedestrian accidents are a very serious matter, which usually results in severe injuries. It is important to always remember that you can encounter pedestrians anywhere, at any time, not just at crosswalks. Being constantly aware of your surroundings is...

There’s a lot to do every year on Halloween, but perhaps the most popular activity is the tradition of Trick or Treating. This tradition of going door to door asking for candy has been around since the 1920’s in various forms, and even hearkens back to traditions and customs associated with holidays and celebrations held...

Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays of the year, when costumed revelers take to the streets across the country in search of fun and an overabundance of candy. Whether it’s Trick-Or-Treating with the kids or attending a Halloween theme costume party, there’s plenty of fun to be had at the end of October...