Category: Pedestrian Accidents

November 3, 2023

Lack of use of crossover mirrors for commercial trucks which cause pedestrian deaths is a preventable crisis Drivers of commercial semi trucks are running pedestrians over and killing them, because crossover mirrors that cost a couple hundred dollars are not required in trucks. There’s no reason why, in congested urban areas and city streets, crossover …

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July 10, 2023

In Michigan, the pedestrian accident statistics for 2022 show that fatalities were the third highest in 10 years. But pedestrian-involved crashes and the number of pedestrians involved in accidents were both the 3rd lowest. However, crash-related pedestrian deaths in the U.S. in 2022 were the highest in 10 years. Significantly, in Michigan, October is the …

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June 5, 2023

Michigan moped laws have specific licensing, registration and insurance requirements that riders need to know about. Riders also need to know the rules of the road to safely operate a moped so they can avoid accidents with cars or pedestrians and what their legal rights are if they are involved in an accident with a …

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November 29, 2022

Pedestrian deaths are more likely to result from people being struck by SUVs than cars. In fact, pedestrians are 2 to 3 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries in accidents involving SUVs. Children are 8 times more likely to die from being hit by an SUV than by a car. The tragic connection between …

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October 28, 2022

Pedestrian safety is crucial for drivers and for those traveling by foot. To improve safety, drivers must eliminate behaviors such as distracted driving, drinking and driving and speeding. People walking must cross at intersections, avoid drinking and walking, distracted walking and be extra careful after 6pm. To bring attention to this critical public safety issue, …

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October 21, 2022

My top Halloween safety tips for drivers include: (1) do not speed; (2) constantly watch for pedestrians and trick-or-treaters; (3) be ready to stop in an instant; and (4) be 100% alert. For ghosts, goblins and parents, my tips are: (1) cross at crosswalks; (2) make yourself visible; and (3) watch for cars. Halloween is …

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October 11, 2022

With fatal pedestrian car accidents at record highs in Michigan, everyone has a role to play in ensuring pedestrian safety. Drivers must be alert for people on foot, obey the speed limit, eliminate distractions, drive sober and pay attention. People who walk should generally try to cross the street at crosswalks when possible and be …

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June 9, 2022

The electric skateboard laws in Michigan generally require riders to follow the same traffic laws that apply to cars and trucks, except that electric skateboards can be driven on both certain roads and on sidewalks. They also cannot be driven at more than 25 mph. Riders must be 12 or older. Helmets must be worn …

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October 31, 2018

Auto accident attorney and father of two trick-or-treating and candy loving children shares Halloween safety tips for drivers and parents

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