Category: Pedestrian Accidents

If you are a typical resident of the greater Phoenix area, odds are that either you have children living at home or that there are children living in your neighborhood. With a large number of kids in the Valley, it may seem like safety is a top concern among parents and residents. But as Halloween approaches, it is important to remember how a holiday can have a significant impact on the threats that face our most vulnerable citizens.

Soon, children will be taking to their neighborhoods to trick-or-treat, usually walking from home to home as they try to collect candy. This tradition is anticipated by kids and parents alike but the threats to safety that accompany Halloween should be considered. Pedestrian accidents are concerning because the large number of people walking means that drivers must be on alert at crosswalks, intersections, and even mid-block in the case that a child darts out into traffic.

If you are planning on taking your children trick-or-treating or if you will be participating in other Halloween activities, consider the following:

– Stay away from high traffic areas: If possible, keep children away from areas with high traffic and instead, opt for neighborhoods or other organized trick-or-treating activities. Traffic near areas with increased speed limits are less likely to anticipate the presence of pedestrians and therefore may be less likely to yield to a walker. As it is best to prevent a crash before one takes place, consider keeping your children in residential areas or in areas with restricted access to traffic.

– Use costumes with lights or reflective material: When a pedestrian accident takes place, drivers often claim they never saw a person walking until after the crash occurred. To eliminate this excuse and to make all drivers aware, consider using a costume with glow sticks, a flashlight, or reflective material so that your child can be seen by vehicles from a safe distance.

– Plan your route: If you are taking your child trick-or-treating, make sure you pick a route that will allow your child to cross at designated crosswalks and that reduces the interactions with automobile traffic as much as possible. If your child is old enough to trick-or-treat without adult supervision, make sure you discuss a safe route ahead of time so your child knows where to go, where to avoid, and what route will be safe to travel.

This year, Halloween falls on a Friday, a day commonly associated with adults consuming alcohol and a large number of drunk drivers on the road. While drinking and driving is a criminal act that can be blamed on the motorists behind the wheel, others can suffer if that driver causes a crash. Parents should be aware of this treat and make sure that their children are at home or otherwise safe prior to the late hours of Halloween night.
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Pedestrians often take to sidewalks, crosswalks, and other areas without thinking about the possibility of an accident. But in truth, pedestrian accidents are a serious problem in Phoenix and across the rest of Arizona as motorists and other drivers continue to pose a threat to those who walk. Across the nation, a pedestrian is hurt in a traffic accident every eight minutes.

Arizona laws are clear when it comes to pedestrian safety and pedestrian rights. All drivers, including those operating passenger cars, must yield to a pedestrian when that pedestrian has the right-of-way. But a driver must also take appropriate steps to avoid a collision when a pedestrian does not have the right-of-way. Failing to yield the right-of-way or otherwise being responsible for a pedestrian accident in Phoenix may lead to liability on the part of a driver involved. While the state of Arizona may issue a traffic citation, serious penalties can also be sought by a victim who may be entitled to financial compensation for his or her damages. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer in Phoenix may help you understand the implications of your crash if you have been hurt.

Shortly before 7:00 p.m. on Monday, a collision occurred in Glendale between a pedestrian and an elderly driver, sending authorities to the scene and launching an investigation. According to witnesses and local police, a 14-year-old had been skateboarding in the area of Grand Avenue. Reports indicate that the teen stopped riding the skateboard and began to cross Grand Avenue on foot when a sedan approached. The car, driven by a 76-year-old woman, collided with the teen and left him critically injured.

Emergency crews transported the teenage boy to an area hospital for treatment where the nature and the extent of his injuries remain unclear. Police spoke with the driver at the scene but they have not revealed why the collision may have occurred or whether anyone involved may face citations. Traffic was diverted from the area overnight while the investigation continued.
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School is back in session, whether you are talking about college classes or kindergarten in the Valley. With back-to-school comes an annual increase in pedestrian traffic across Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and the rest of the Valley due in part to students but also to the year-round citizens who walk for transportation. In fact, in any given day, the average resident of Phoenix is a pedestrian at some point, whether while walking to a vehicle, walking to work, or walking to finish errands.

Those driving through the Phoenix area may have already noticed an increase in foot traffic along popular roads but some of these drivers will not exercise the caution necessary when walkers are in the area. Instead of putting the safety of pedestrians first, too often drivers put their own desires ahead of all else and create a potentially dangerous situation where a pedestrian accident can occur. These crashes lead to billions of dollars’ worth of damages nationally every year when medical bills, lost wages, and other losses like pain and suffering are considered. The victims of these accidents may be entitled to seek relief for their losses through the use of a civil claim. Speaking to a personal injury lawyer who practices in the Phoenix area may help you understand your legal options if you have been hurt in a collision.

A man walking along Broadway Road in Phoenix at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Sunday was critically injured when a driver in the area came upon the man and struck him, leading to a serious crash. The pedestrian, described as a 32-year-old male, was taken to an area hospital where the nature of his injuries were not disclosed but where it was revealed that he was fighting for his life.

A 20-year-old female was allegedly behind the wheel of the vehicle involved at the time of the crash. According to police, the woman claimed that she did not realize she hit a person and initially drove away from the scene. After inspecting her vehicle with her parents at home, the woman reportedly returned to the scene where police and other officials had gathered and she reportedly spoke to investigators about the incident.
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Pedestrian accidents in Phoenix occur in more ways than may people realize. Some take place while a pedestrian is walking through a parking lot while others occur when a pedestrian is in or near a crosswalk. In other cases, a pedestrian may dart out into oncoming traffic. Alleys, parking garages, school yards, and playgrounds are areas where pedestrians and cars mix, and often with tragic results.

The victims of pedestrian accidents often suffer serious or even fatal injuries in a crash and may incur other losses, including lost wages from time missed from work. This can happen even when a pedestrian did nothing wrong to cause an accident but merely was the victim of the actions of a driver. When a pedestrian is hurt in a collision, the laws in Arizona may enable that victim to seek a financial recovery for his or her losses, including any medical expenses incurred. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer in Phoenix who has experience representing pedestrians may help you understand your legal options if you have been involved in a crash.

Shortly after 5:00 this morning, a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian on I-17 turned fatal for one of the individuals involved. Traffic in the area beginning at Middle Verde Road was being forced to exit I-17 and was being routed around the area while officials investigated at the scene. At this time, it is not clear why the collision occurred or whether either party involved acted in a negligent manner prior to the incident. Police are still investigating the incident through traffic is now able to use I-17 in both directions.
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Everyone is a pedestrian at one point or another. Even if you follow every possible rule, cross only at marked crosswalks, double check for traffic in both directions, and wear reflective clothing at night, you may not be safe from becoming the victim of a pedestrian accident in Phoenix if motorists in the area act in a negligent manner. Every year, thousands of collisions occur and leave pedestrians hurt because one or more individuals involved made a mistake, failed to pay attention, or otherwise acted recklessly, leaving victims to deal with the fallout of these accidents.

The victims of pedestrian collisions in the Valley may need medical help and may incur associated expenses for treatment. Other victims may be forced to miss time from work as they recover from their damages and return to their pre-injury states. Most accident victims must deal with pain and suffering caused by their accidents. Though these issues cannot be erased, the victims of these crashes may be entitled to financial compensation to cover their losses even if an at-fault driver does not receive a ticket in a crash. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer who practices in Phoenix may help you understand your legal options if you have been hurt in a collision while a pedestrian.

Police in Tempe were alerted to a pedestrian accident yesterday near Scottsdale Road and McKellips. When they responded, the pedestrian involved was present but the vehicle, believed to be a red SUV, allegedly fled the scene without checking on the pedestrian or providing information to police. Witnesses reported that the driver slowed down initially after the impact but then left the scene, traveling at a speed that may have been above the speed limit.

The current condition of the pedestrian remains unknown at this time and it is not clear whether the driver of the SUV, who has yet to be identified, was injured in the accident. Tempe police are looking for a red SUV with front end damage, possibly a Dodge Durango, and are asking anyone with information on this incident to report it.
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The victims of pedestrian accidents in Phoenix are often forced to suffer from the injuries they sustain for years after the collision takes place, incurring medical expenses and living a live limited by their abilities from the crash. Many of these accidents occur with cars, trucks, vans and buses that fail to see pedestrians or that fail to respect the rights of pedestrians in the area.

Often, pedestrian accidents are caused by vehicles that fail to yield the right-of-way, a violation of traffic laws in Phoenix and across the rest of Arizona. Other collisions with walkers are caused by vehicles driving too fast for conditions, especially in areas of high pedestrian traffic, like school zones, parking lots, and major crosswalks. Regardless of the facts leading to a collision, the victims of pedestrian crashes in Arizona may be entitled to relief. A personal injury lawyer with experience representing pedestrian accident victims may be able to help you understand your legal rights if you have been hurt in an accident, including whether you have the right to bring a claim for your damages.

A Saturday night collision between a pedestrian and a vehicle turned fatal, according to local police. Authorities were alerted to a collision on I-10 near 40th Street, in the vicinity of Sky Harbor Airport. Emergency medical crews responded to the scene and evaluated the pedestrian who sustained serious injuries. The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital for emergency treatment but unfortunately, the victim was too severely injured and the pedestrian died shortly thereafter.

Officials in the area shut down westbound traffic as police investigated at the scene. At this time, it is not clear what caused the collision to occur or whether the driver was injured in the accident. It is also not known whether any tickets will be issued as a result of this crash though officials note that the investigation is still ongoing at this time.
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Too often, pedestrians walking in Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, or elsewhere in the Valley become the victims of car accidents when a motorist fails to notice his or her surroundings. When compared to a car, a pedestrian is small and more challenging to see, meaning that a driver in a hurry or one who is not specifically looking for the presence of a walker at an intersection might not notice foot traffic until it is too late. Pedestrian accidents in Arizona totaled 1,596 in 2013 alone. In those accidents, 158 pedestrians lost their lives.

The toll enacted by pedestrian accidents in Phoenix is staggering and very real. These victims may suffer serious or permanent injuries or may be killed, leaving behind family members and loved ones who are expected to move forward in life but who will never be the same. The laws enables these victims and family members to seek relief for the damages they are forced to incur through a legal claim for compensation. Relief can cover actual expenses like lost wages and medical bills as well as other sufferings like pain, scarring, and the permanency of damages. Speaking with a lawyer who has experience in the arena of pedestrian accidents may help you comprehend your legal options if you have been the victim of a Phoenix-area crash and you were hurt.

A collision in Phoenix on Friday night left one man dead and led to the arrest of a second. According to local police, a 66-year-old man was driving when he came upon and collided with a 53-year-old male pedestrian. Reportedly, the driver initially stopped at the scene after the crash but fled once police arrived, leading police to track down the suspected driver and arrest him. The driver has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident and driving under the influence. Police believe that impairment on the part of the driver either contributed to or was the sole cause of the collision though their investigation is open and ongoing at this time.

The pedestrian involved in the collision was tended to by emergency medical personnel at the scene. He was transported to an area hospital for treatment but the man’s injuries were too severe and he died as a result of the crash.
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It can be dangerous to be a pedestrian in the greater Phoenix area. In 2011 alone, 154 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents in Arizona with many of those deaths taking place in the Valley. Pedestrians face threats from cars, trucks, and vans as they walk but those are not the only dangers. Motorcycles and bicycles are involved in some pedestrian accidents in Phoenix as are public transit trains.

Regardless of the vehicle involved, if a pedestrian is hurt in a traffic accident, the laws in Arizona may entitle that victim to financial relief for his or her damages. A civil claim an help a victim recover for medical expenses incurred and to be incurred in the future, lost wages, and pain and suffering among any other damages that result from the crash. A personal injury lawyer who handles claims on behalf of pedestrians can help you understand the legal intricacies of any claims you may have if you have been involved in a crash.

Police in Glendale were called to the scene of a collision near Glendale Avenue and 48th Avenue shortly after 7:00 pm last night. A motorcycle riding in the area came upon a pedestrian who was reportedly crossing the street outside of a crosswalk when a collision occurred. Emergency medical personnel responded as well and transported the pedestrian, described as a 61-year-old female, to an area hospital for emergency treatment. Unfortunately the woman’s injuries were too severe and she died as a result of the crash.

The operator of the motorcycle stayed at the scene and spoke with police officers. At this time, neither impairment nor speed on the part of the biker were believed to be a factor in leading to the impact, though authorities have not made a definitive determination as to the cause of the collision. At this time, the investigation is ongoing.
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At some point, everyone is a pedestrian. This concept has been used by several pedestrian organizations to increase the visibility of those who walk near and along streets as well as to remind drivers to look for pedestrians. But despite the fact that everyone is a pedestrian, and despite the fact that pedestrians are legally authorized to walk along sidewalks, accidents between these walkers and vehicles continue to occur in Phoenix and the rest of the Valley.

Pedestrian accidents claimed 154 lives in Arizona in 2011 and another 1,253 people were injured in crashes. In addition to these victims, countless friends, family members, and coworkers were affected by these collisions, many of which resulted in the need for medical assistance.

When a pedestrian is hurt in an accident and that accident was due to an error or negligence on the part of an individual involved, Arizona law may allow the victim or the victim’s family members to seek a recovery for the damages incurred, including medical and surgical expenses, lost wages, and even payment for pain and suffering. Speaking with a lawyer who handles pedestrian accidents and other personal injury cases may help you understand whether you have a valid claim, and if so, what legal relief may be available to you.

Unfortunately a tragic accident occurred last night in Phoenix that claimed the life of one person involved. Police responded to the scene of the crash near Thomas and 32nd Street and determined that a man in a wheelchair had been trying to cross the intersection when he was struck by a car. The man was reportedly crossing at an intersection and in a crosswalk but the crosswalk was not marked. His age and name have not yet been released.

A driver that approached the intersection allegedly struck the man, leading to injuries that caused his death. At this time, the driver has not been ticketed or cited but police have stated that their investigation into the incident is ongoing at this time.
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When it comes to walking near a road, street, or alleyway, pedestrians are at a significant risk of injuring in the event they are involved in a car accident. While vehicles are designed to protect occupants in the event of a crash, pedestrians are at the mercy of drivers because they have no similar protections. Generally, there is nothing between a pedestrian and a car to break an impact or to cushion the blow that an accident delivers, leading to a large majority of pedestrians sustaining injuries in collisions.

Pedestrian accidents occur too often in Phoenix and cost members of our society pain and suffering, an inability to work while recovering, and substantial monetary damages from medical and surgical expenses. The best thing for everyone involved would be to prevent or greatly reduce the incident of pedestrian collisions in Phoenix by increasing awareness of the presence of pedestrians, yielding the right-of-way where required and appropriate, and making sure that every driver operates his or her vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner.

Until we eliminate pedestrian collisions, though, the laws of Phoenix and Arizona are in place to make sure that victims of these crashes can obtain relief for all the losses they are forced to suffer. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer can help you understand whether you are entitled to relief if you have been injured or if your loved one has been killed by the negligence or recklessness of a driver.

Phoenix police were called to the scene of an accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian last night in the area of 32nd Street and Thomas Road. Officials closed the area temporarily as emergency crews worked at the scene. The pedestrian involved in the incident unfortunately sustained injuries too severe and died as a result of the crash. It is not clear whether the driver involved was injured as well.
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