Pedestrian Safety Tips
Many people enjoy walking or jogging outside as a way to get some fresh air and exercise. Additionally, if you walk to your destinations, you can save some gas money. While everyone should have the right to feel safe during a walk or run outdoors, reckless car or truck drivers can make this activity a hazard for pedestrians.
No matter how safe and conscientious you are when walking or jogging outside, an errant driver who is not paying attention to the road around him or her could seriously harm you. If you or someone you know has suffered from a catastrophic injury due to the negligence of another person, contact a Clearwater catastrophic personal injury attorney from the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L., today at 727-441-9030.
Ways You Can Protect Yourself
In a collision between a car and a person, chances are that the pedestrian will suffer the most significant injuries. However, there are some things that you can do to help protect yourself and make yourself more visible to auto drivers. These include:
- Walk or run in daylight. If you must be on the sidewalk at night, try to stay on a well-lit path.
- Wear bright, reflective clothing or a blinking light.
- Stay on the sidewalk or other designated pedestrian paths.
- Cross the street at stoplights, stop signs, or specified crosswalks.
Due to the weight and power of a car versus a human, pedestrian-auto accidents can leave the pedestrian with severe injuries, such as brain trauma, fractures, and spinal cord damage. These can leave you or your loved ones with permanent damage, such as quadriplegia.
Contact Us
To help you fight back against the reckless driver who caused your injury, contact the Clearwater personal injury lawyers from the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L. at 727-441-9030 to discuss your case.
