Sharing our roads with pedestrians is not something new, in fact, more and more people are choosing walking and other modes of transportation over the cost and environmental impact of driving. In large urban areas, pedestrians are a mainstay. Unfortunately, the incidences of pedestrian accidents continue. In today’s current climate, cell phones, infotainment systems, and…
It can be difficult – and dangerous – as a pedestrian walking to and from your destination. After all, roads are not designed with pedestrians in mind. They are designed to accommodate motor vehicles. Yet, the reality is that many people are on those same roads walking to their destination or walking to the train…
Thousands of individuals are killed or injured in pedestrian accidents each year in the United States. One in five children (20.4 percent) under the age of 15 killed in crashes were pedestrians in 2020. Parents and caregivers can help reduce the risk of pedestrian accidents for kids by helping children learn and practice safe pedestrian…
Sharing our roads with pedestrians is not something new, in fact, more and more people are choosing walking and other modes of transportation over the cost and environmental impact of driving. In large urban areas, pedestrians are a mainstay. Unfortunately, the incidences of people being struck by vehicles continue. In today’s current climate, cell phones,…
One of the common ways that senior citizens keep active is by walking. For many of these seniors, it is also a primary means of transportation. This is one reason why the elderly are at extra risk of being injured in a pedestrian accident. In addition to the risks that all pedestrians face, seniors may…