Tag Archives: Pedestrian Accidents Florida
The Potential Consequences That Speeding Drivers Can Create for Pedestrians
Having a lead foot. Speed freak. There are many names for people who love the adrenaline rush that comes with pushing the driving speed limits stipulated by law. We have all seen these people, sometimes racing each other, and sometimes flying by us as we try to ensure that we are driving or walking… Read More »
What To Do If You Were Hit by a Motorist While Crossing the Street
Getting hit by a motorist while crossing the street can be a debilitating, life-altering experience. There is the shock you experience from getting hit and the likely pain associated with your bodily injuries. The next thing that probably comes to your mind is how to get to safety and make sure you are alright…. Read More »
Pedestrian Safety Laws in Florida
Walking and running are popular modes of transportation, especially during the spring and summer months when the weather is warmer. But pedestrians have to share the streets with motorists and cyclists, which means risking injury from negligent drivers. Many of Florida’s municipalities have taken steps to reduce the risks for pedestrians. The City of… Read More »
Two Pedestrians Hit by Car in Oakland Park
A mother and her teenaged son were recently hit by a car in Oakland Park after the driver lost control of his SUV. The driver and teenaged victim were transported to Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale while the female victim was taken to Broward Health North in Pompano Beach. The accident took… Read More »
Five Pedestrians Hurt In Fort Lauderdale Car Crash
Five pedestrians in Fort Lauderdale were recently hurt after a car drove onto the sidewalk and ran through a group of people. The accident took place around 3 am near the 200 block of Southwest Second Street in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Witnesses report the driver went onto the sidewalk at a high rate of… Read More »