One of the most serious types of vehicle accidents that occur are those that involve pedestrians. Although all North Carolina car accidents can result in serious injury or death, pedestrians are particularly vulnerable to severe injury because there is nothing to protect them from the impact of a moving vehicle. At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp,…
There has been much written and studied regarding texting and driving. There is no debate when it comes to discussing how deadly the behavior can be. States all across the country have enacted laws prohibiting drivers from texting while they are behind the wheel. However, not only has the country experienced a consistent increase in…
In the dry, passionless prose of most U.S. government agencies, the National Highway Traffic Safety Association reported in April 2022, “A statistical projection of traffic fatalities for 2021 shows that an estimated 42,915 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes nationwide.” Few readers, however, could remain unmoved by then reading, “This … represents the highest…
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most dangerous traffic accidents that can occur. Pedestrians are at more of a risk than other motorists for serious injuries because of the lack of protection that is given to those in motor vehicles. Because of this, pedestrian accidents result in fatal injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic…
If you have suffered injures after being struck by a car, contact a Virgina pedestrian accident attorney for legal assistance.