Pedestrian
Halloween in New York: A Ghoulish Night for Pedestrian Safety
While Halloween night is eagerly anticipated by children and adults alike, it also brings with it a sobering reality. As night falls and streets are filled with trick-or-treaters, the risk of pedestrian accidents soars, making it a truly frightening night for reasons beyond spooky costumes and haunted houses. Based on data from … [Read more...] about Halloween in New York: A Ghoulish Night for Pedestrian Safety
GHSA: Pedestrian Fatalities Soar to a 40-Year High
In 2022, the United States grappled with a deeply concerning surge in pedestrian deaths, witnessing the highest numbers since 1981. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) disclosed startling figures, estimating that pedestrian fatalities escalated to at least 7,508 last year, a spike representing a 77% increase since 2010 … [Read more...] about GHSA: Pedestrian Fatalities Soar to a 40-Year High
Failure to Yield the Right of Way to Pedestrian Accidents in New York City
In the heart of the United States' most iconic city, New York City's bustling streets are synonymous with pedestrian life. Yet, the city's reputation for non-stop movement brings forth a daunting challenge: ensuring pedestrian safety. An increasingly alarming issue plaguing the city’s streets is the failure to yield the right of way … [Read more...] about Failure to Yield the Right of Way to Pedestrian Accidents in New York City
New York City is Experiencing an 11% Increase in Traffic Deaths
According to nbcnewyork.com, New York City is experiencing one of its deadliest years in terms of traffic crashes, with an 11% increase in traffic deaths compared to last year and a trajectory that could make it the highest in nearly a decade. The data released by Transportation Alternatives reveals that 51 people lost their lives … [Read more...] about New York City is Experiencing an 11% Increase in Traffic Deaths
IIHS Finds Drivers of Pickup Trucks and SUVs Are More Likely to Strike Pedestrians While Turning
According to a safety article published on consumerreports.org, truck and SUV design may be to blame for an increase in deadly pedestrian collisions. Moreover, taller vehicles with higher hoods mean these larger pickup trucks and SUVs have larger front blind spots. One Consumer Reports study discovered that some full-sized pickup … [Read more...] about IIHS Finds Drivers of Pickup Trucks and SUVs Are More Likely to Strike Pedestrians While Turning
Pickup Truck Design Causing Life-Threatening Injuries & Death to Pedestrians, Small Car Drivers
According to ConsumerReports.org, modern pickup truck designs are causing a spike in fatal pedestrian versus truck collisions. Last December, a 60-year-old woman was struck in a crosswalk. The victim lay crying in pain from internal injuries and broken bones. Tragically, the woman passed away at a local area hospital later that … [Read more...] about Pickup Truck Design Causing Life-Threatening Injuries & Death to Pedestrians, Small Car Drivers
New Study Shows SUVs, Light Pickup Trucks Pose Substantial Risk to Children
According to a safety report issued by codot.gov, a new study has found that light pickup trucks and SUVs pose a substantial risk to pedestrians, especially children. A University of Illinois at Springfield study discovered that kids are eight times more likely to be killed when hit by an SUV or light truck than children struck by … [Read more...] about New Study Shows SUVs, Light Pickup Trucks Pose Substantial Risk to Children
Distracted Drivers in Parking Lots Cause Severe Injuries to Pedestrians
According to a CBSNews.com article, parking lots appear to be an unlikely place for life-threatening injuries since most motor vehicles are parked or move at slow speeds. However, almost 20% of all motor vehicle accidents occur in parking lots and parking garages. Distracted driving is the primary cause of collisions in car parking … [Read more...] about Distracted Drivers in Parking Lots Cause Severe Injuries to Pedestrians
Holiday Shoppers Driving Distracted Leads to an Increase in Pedestrian Accident Injuries and Fatalities
The holiday season has begun, and so has the rush of shoppers and pedestrian accidents. The streets and parking lots are full of shoppers, and it is easy to get distracted when in a rush. However, it is very important that drivers and pedestrians use extreme caution and pay attention to their surroundings to avoid … [Read more...] about Holiday Shoppers Driving Distracted Leads to an Increase in Pedestrian Accident Injuries and Fatalities
Reckless Driving Behavior Leads to Rise in New York Pedestrian Deaths
According to a new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), projections based on data from the first half of 2021 indicate that pedestrian traffic fatalities for the entire year will reach a 40-year high in the U.S. The report projects pedestrian fatalities in New York to rise by 22.8 percent from 241 in 2020 to … [Read more...] about Reckless Driving Behavior Leads to Rise in New York Pedestrian Deaths
Pedestrian Hit and Impaled By a Fence in NYC
A news story on nypost.com reports that a woman was severely injured after being struck by an SUV and then impaled on a metal fence. NYPD officers reported that the pedestrian crash occurred in the Bronx last Friday night. The report states that the victim, a 59-year-old woman, was walking down Bronxdale Avenue near Pelham Parkway … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Hit and Impaled By a Fence in NYC
Pedestrian Deaths in New York Are Soaring in 2022
According to an online news report posted on NYPost.com, fatal pedestrian crashes in New York are surging in 2022. The news article states that the number of pedestrians struck and killed in traffic-related crashes has increased by 44 percent. The report states that the number of New Yorkers who were tragically killed in … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Deaths in New York Are Soaring in 2022
New York City Mayor Adams Turns on 2,000 Speed Cameras 24/7
According to the Official Website of the City of New York, Mayor Eric Adams has turned on 2,000 speed cameras 24/7 in New York City to help save lives. Mayor Adams stated that seventy-two percent of the traffic-related deaths happened when the speed cameras were not turned on. Adams also stated that getting permission to turn on the … [Read more...] about New York City Mayor Adams Turns on 2,000 Speed Cameras 24/7
Two Severe Pedestrian Crashes in New York City
According to a news report posted on planetizen.com, there were two early morning hit-and-run collisions that injured one pedestrian and tragically killed another in New York City. In both crashes, the drivers who were responsible for the collisions fled the accident scenes. Responding law enforcement officers answered the emergency … [Read more...] about Two Severe Pedestrian Crashes in New York City
New York City Streets Were the Deadliest for Pedestrians
According to an accident report posted on nbcnewyork.com, 2021 was the deadliest year in more than ten years for pedestrians in New York City, New York. There were 124 pedestrians, 50 motorcyclists, 19 cyclists, and 15 moped/e-bike operators killed in New York City. Moreover, there were 273 people killed in traffic accidents in New … [Read more...] about New York City Streets Were the Deadliest for Pedestrians
Pedestrian Fatalities Surge in the U.S. as Reckless Driving Incidents Rise
According to a news article posted on nytimes.com, deadly traffic accidents have been rising to record levels since the start of the COVID pandemic. Traffic safety authorities blame larger vehicles, drivers' anxiety levels, and fraying social norms are the cause of the increase. One of the most significant increases in … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Fatalities Surge in the U.S. as Reckless Driving Incidents Rise
Traffic-Related Deaths Surge in New York City
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - According to an online news report on silive.com, traffic-related fatalities have been surging in New York City in 2022. An NYC safe street advocacy organization called Transportation Alternatives has issued a new report that states there have been 59 traffic deaths in New York City during the first quarter of … [Read more...] about Traffic-Related Deaths Surge in New York City
Two Pedestrians Tragically Killed in Inwood
According to an online news report posted on nypost.com, two pedestrians were tragically killed in the Inwood area of Manhattan. The report states that a two-car accident caused one of the motor vehicles to swerve onto a sidewalk injuring a pedestrian. The city block is considered one of the deadliest blocks in the neighborhood, … [Read more...] about Two Pedestrians Tragically Killed in Inwood
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by a Teen Driver in Brooklyn, New York
According to an online news report on streetsblog.org, a teen driver tragically hit and killed a pedestrian in Brooklyn, New York. The fatal pedestrian accident occurred at a dangerous intersection, the Department of Transportation officials reported. The Department of Transportation's initial accident report states that a … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Struck and Killed by a Teen Driver in Brooklyn, New York
Unlicensed Driver Hits a Young Boy in Queens
According to an online news report posted on nydailynews.com, the NYPD Highway Patrol is currently investigating a pedestrian accident involving an 11-year-old boy. The boy was tragically struck and critically injured by a motor vehicle on Rockaway Boulevard at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens, New York. The crash occurred last Thursday … [Read more...] about Unlicensed Driver Hits a Young Boy in Queens
Two Severe Pedestrian Accidents in Two Days
According to an online news report posted on ny1.com, an E-bicycle rider was severely injured by an alleged hit-and-run collision with a car in Brooklyn. The driver of the motor vehicle who fled the scene of the accident is was found, arrested, and has been criminally charged. The victim sustained critical, non-life-threatening … [Read more...] about Two Severe Pedestrian Accidents in Two Days
Student Struck By a School Bus in Brooklyn
MIDWOOD, BROOKLYN - According to an online news report posted on pix11.com, police are continuing an accident investigation concerning a school bus running over a 15-year-old student. The news report states that the school bus driver left the scene of the collision. Friends and family members of the 15-year-old student are … [Read more...] about Student Struck By a School Bus in Brooklyn
Pedestrian Accident Risks Are Highest in Certain Populations
When pedestrians are hit by thousands of pounds of steel moving at vehicle cruising speed, walkers, joggers, and runners frequently experience disabling injury or death. Negligent drivers constitute a life-threatening risk to pedestrians. While intoxicated, unreasonably careless, or distracted motorists threaten the safety of all … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Risks Are Highest in Certain Populations
Pedestrian Accident Risk Highest for Certain Populations
When pedestrians are hit by thousands of pounds of steel moving at vehicle cruising speed, walkers, joggers, and runners frequently experience disabling injury or death. Negligent drivers constitute a life-threatening risk to pedestrians. While intoxicated, unreasonably careless, or distracted motorists threaten the safety of all … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Risk Highest for Certain Populations
Immigrant Father Tragically Killed in Pedestrian Collision with a Queens MTA Bus
QUEENS, NY - A news article posted on nydailynews.com reports that a Queens immigrant was tragically killed when he was struck by an MTA bus. The 63-year-old victim was heading to pick up something for his wife when he accidentally walked into the path of a Q39 bus. The fatal collision occurred on Broadway close to Roosevelt Avenue … [Read more...] about Immigrant Father Tragically Killed in Pedestrian Collision with a Queens MTA Bus
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Hit and Killed By a Box Truck
NEW YORK CITY, NY - According to an online news article posted on nydailynews.com, a bicyclist delivering food and a pedestrian were struck and killed by a box truck in the Upper East Side. The fatal collision happened on Third Avenue at East 61st Street. The fatal collision occurred at around 9:30 in the morning. The report states … [Read more...] about Bicyclist and Pedestrian Hit and Killed By a Box Truck
Pedestrian Parking Lot Accidents
Pedestrians Walking in Parking Lots Are in Danger Due to Distracted Drivers Most people would never believe that parking lots are dangerous to pedestrians since most automobiles are parked or moving at very slow speeds. However, according to a CBS report, about twenty percent of all accidents occur in parking lots and parking … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Parking Lot Accidents
Three People Tragically Killed in Separate Hit-and-Run Collisions in New York City
According to an online news report published on ny1.com, NYPD officers reported that they arrested a 27-year-old man who they think caused a deadly hit-and-run accident. The pedestrian collision that occurred late Saturday night sadly killed a 33-year-old man who was attempting to cross the Bruckner Expressway. The NYPD reported … [Read more...] about Three People Tragically Killed in Separate Hit-and-Run Collisions in New York City
Distracted Driving Pedestrian Accidents
Distracted driving has become one of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents, including those involving pedestrians. Multi-tasking drivers were responsible for 3,142 deaths and another 280,000 injury victims based on the most recent official annual data from the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA). When … [Read more...] about Distracted Driving Pedestrian Accidents
Seven Pedestrians Injured After Struck by an SUV in The Bronx
BRONX, NEW YORK - A news story posted on cbslocal.com reports on a frightening and violent situation that happened in front of the Harry S. Truman High School. According to the news report, an SUV crashed into a group of students on the sidewalk. Law enforcement officers are still searching for the SUV driver and the driver's … [Read more...] about Seven Pedestrians Injured After Struck by an SUV in The Bronx
Severe Accident in Clinton Hill, New York
Dangerous Driver Causes a Severe Accident in Clinton Hill, New York CLINTON HILL, NY - According to an online news report posted on streetsblog.org, a reckless and dangerous driver caused a severe accident that injured two construction workers. The workers were at a Clinton Hill construction job about one block from the accident … [Read more...] about Severe Accident in Clinton Hill, New York
Fatal Pedestrian-MTA Bus Accident in the Bronx
BRONX, NY - A news story posted on abc7ny.com reports that a 68-year-old woman was killed after she was struck by an MTA bus in the Bronx, New York. According to law enforcement officers at the scene, the victim was attempting to cross Johnson Avenue at around 8:30 in the evening. Tragically, she was declared dead at the accident … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian-MTA Bus Accident in the Bronx
Hit-and-run Driver Severely Injures a Pedestrian in Queens
QUEENS, NY - A news article on NYPOST.com states that a 35-year-old woman was hit by a sedan. According to the news report, the street that the victim was struck is known as the “Boulevard of Death.” The victim is now fighting for her life, police stated. The woman was struck at approximately 5:50 in the morning by a light gray or … [Read more...] about Hit-and-run Driver Severely Injures a Pedestrian in Queens
Six-year-old Tragically Dies in a Wrong-way Pedestrian Accident in Dyker Heights
DYKER HEIGHTS, BROOKLYN, NY - A news article posted on abc7ny.com reports that a vigil was held in remembrance of a six-year-old girl who was tragically killed by a driver who was driving in the wrong direction on a street in Brooklyn. The victim was walking home with her mother last Tuesday night. The child and her mother were … [Read more...] about Six-year-old Tragically Dies in a Wrong-way Pedestrian Accident in Dyker Heights
Fatal Truck-Pedestrian Accident on 16th Avenue in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY - According to an online news report on amny.com, a woman has passed away from her accident injuries. The report states that the victim was struck by a pickup truck while she was trying to cross 16th Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The NYPD reacted to a 911 call concerning the incident at 10:05 in the morning. Upon … [Read more...] about Fatal Truck-Pedestrian Accident on 16th Avenue in Brooklyn
Two Men Crash Through a Pizzeria’s Storefront Window
NEW YORK CITY, NY - A news article on qns.com reports that a man was caught on a surveillance camera pushing a DoorDash delivery person through a large pane of glass in front of Corato pizzeria in Ridgewood. According to law enforcement authorities, police officers from NYPD's 104th Precinct were dispatched to the pizzeria located … [Read more...] about Two Men Crash Through a Pizzeria’s Storefront Window
20-Year-Old Woman Tragically Killed in a Suspected Drag Race in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK - According to an online news story posted on cbslocal.com, a 20-year-old woman lost her life in a suspected drag racing accident in Brooklyn, New York. According to the report, the driver has not been arrested, and the victim's family is calling for justice. The family of the victim is also demanding change … [Read more...] about 20-Year-Old Woman Tragically Killed in a Suspected Drag Race in Brooklyn
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident Washington Heights
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, MANHATTAN, NY - According to an online news report on pix11.com, a woman was tragically killed, and three others were injured after they were hit by a motor vehicle. The driver of the vehicle fled the accident scene. Two of the victims were children. Law enforcement officers responded to an emergency call that … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident Washington Heights
Fatal Hit-and-Run Bus Stop Accident in Brooklyn
CROWN HEIGHTS, BROOKLYN, NY - According to abc7ny.com, a woman was tragically killed, and a man was severely injured when the pedestrians were hit by a car while waiting for a bus. Law enforcement officers reported that street racing was the cause of the fatal pedestrian accident. The deadly collision occurred in the Crown Heights … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-Run Bus Stop Accident in Brooklyn
Four Pedestrians Severely Injured in Washington Heights
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, MANHATTAN, NY - A news report posted on pix11.com states that a hit-and-run driver collided with two women and two young boys in Washington Heights. NYPD officers reported that the victims were struck on 183rd Street by Audubon Avenue. The two boys sustained serious injuries. The 8-year-old boy sustained back … [Read more...] about Four Pedestrians Severely Injured in Washington Heights
Senior Pedestrian Hit by a Bread Truck on Coney Island
CONEY ISLAND, NY - A news report posted on nydailynews.com states that a 73-year-old man is in critical medical condition after he was hit by a bread truck on Coney Island, New York. The victim had just purchased a pastry from a local bodega when critically injured in a pedestrian accident last Saturday. The news article states … [Read more...] about Senior Pedestrian Hit by a Bread Truck on Coney Island
Fatal Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident Kills a 54-Year-Old Man
NEW YORK - A news report on cbslocal.com states that a pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn. According to the police, the search is ongoing for the driver of a white BMW who hit the pedestrian and then fled the accident scene. Law enforcement officers received the accident call at approximately 11 … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident Kills a 54-Year-Old Man
Deadly Pedestrian Hit-and-run Collision in Middle Village
MIDDLE VILLAGE, QUEENS, NY - A news report on floridanewstimes.com states that police officers are currently investigating a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian accident that killed a woman in Queens, New York. The pedestrian collision occurred at around 12:45 am on Eliot Avenue at 70th Avenue in Middle Village, New York. Law enforcement … [Read more...] about Deadly Pedestrian Hit-and-run Collision in Middle Village
Fatal Accident in Times Square
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK - A news story posted on Explica.co reports that a female pedestrian was tragically struck and killed by a taxi in Times Square. The 57-year-old woman, who was visiting the tourist center of New York, was trying to cross 8th Avenue when she was hit. The taxi driver was heading eastbound along West 46th Street at … [Read more...] about Fatal Accident in Times Square
Hit and Run Pedestrian Accident on Upper West Side Avenue
Actor Suffers a Traumatic Brain Injury Following a Hit and Run Pedestrian Accident on Upper West Side Avenue NEW YORK - A news story on oxygen.com reports that a famous actress was attempting to crossing an Upper West Side avenue when she was struck by a scooter operator who purportedly drove through a red light and collided … [Read more...] about Hit and Run Pedestrian Accident on Upper West Side Avenue
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
Rolls Royce Involved in a Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York – a news report posted to ABC7NY.com states that a 50-year-old man was tragically killed in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident that involves a Rolls-Royce in the Greenpoint area of Brooklyn, New York. According to law … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
Two Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents in Queens
Queens, New York - A news report posted on streetsblog.org states that there were two fatal pedestrian accidents in the city over the weekend. The report states that two pedestrians were struck and killed by hit-and-run drivers in two separate incidents. According to the New York Police Department, the first fatal collision … [Read more...] about Two Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents in Queens
Fatal Accident at Super Foodtown
Pedestrian Tragically "Crushed to Death" By a Semi-Tractor-Trailer Truck in a Manhattan Supermarket Garage NEW YORK - A recent news article posted on nbcnewyork.com reports that a tractor-trailer truck tragically killed a 39-year-old man as it backed into a Harlem supermarket garage. According to the NYPD, the fatal pedestrian … [Read more...] about Fatal Accident at Super Foodtown
Six Injured After SUV Collides Into a NYC Bodega in Upper Manhattan
MANHATTAN, NY - According to a news report on dailymail.co.uk, sic people were seriously injured when an SUV crashed into the front of a NYC bodega. The news report asserts that one of the people injured was severely injured when the SUV crashed into the front of a bodega in Upper Manhattan. The report states that a Lincoln SUV … [Read more...] about Six Injured After SUV Collides Into a NYC Bodega in Upper Manhattan
How Insurance Companies Try to Reduce the Value of Your Pedestrian Accident Settlement
Auto insurance company adjusters and the attorneys who defend insurance companies have one interest in mind: protecting the company. They do not have the pedestrian accident victim's best interests in mind. That is not to say that the insurance adjusters and insurance defense attorneys are bad people. They have a client or employer … [Read more...] about How Insurance Companies Try to Reduce the Value of Your Pedestrian Accident Settlement
NHTSA Launches Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April
NHTSA Launches Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving has grown into a deadly epidemic in the United States. Distracted driving includes texting, setting your navigation, drinking, playing with the radio, shaving, applying … [Read more...] about NHTSA Launches Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April
Fatal Bronx Expressway Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian Struck and Killed in an NYC Expressway Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident NEW YORK - A news report posted on radio.com states that a man who was walking along a Bronx expressway was tragically hit and killed by a hit-and-run driver last Saturday night. The NYPD stated that their officers responded to a 911 call at 9:15 … [Read more...] about Fatal Bronx Expressway Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident
Street Bollards May Cause More Accidents
Street Bollards Designed to Protect Pedestrians May Cause More Accidents NYC - A news report posted on norwoodnews.org states that it may be too soon to ascertain if a New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) bollard program aimed at lowering the number of pedestrian accidents will succeed in the long-term. However, … [Read more...] about Street Bollards May Cause More Accidents
Fatal Hit-by-Car Collision in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY - A news report posted on pix11.com states that the NYPD is searching for a hit-and-run driver who tragically killed an MTA bus operator. NYPD officials released a surveillance camera photo of the vehicle that is wanted in connection with the fatal hit-and-run collision in Brooklyn. The victim, a 38-year-old man, was … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-by-Car Collision in Brooklyn
Staten Island Pedestrian Accidents
STATEN ISLAND, NY - According to a news article on streetsblog.org, fatal pedestrian accidents have been reduced by about 50% in all of New York City's boroughs, all but Staten Island. New York's Department of Transportation has been implementing its pedestrian safety plans aimed at reducing pedestrian accidents on Staten Island. … [Read more...] about Staten Island Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian Accident in Port Richmond
Pedestrian Accident with Leg Injuries Reported in Port Richmond, New York STATEN ISLAND, NY - A news report on silive.com states that a 78-year-old man was severely injured in a pedestrian accident in Port Richmond, New York. According to law enforcement officials, the pedestrian accident happened during the early Monday … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident in Port Richmond
Pedestrian Hit-And-Run Accident on Shepard Avenue in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY - A news report posted on patch.com states that a 38-year-old man was tragically struck and killed while he was attempting to cross a street in Brooklyn, New York. According to the NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad, the man was crossing Shepard Avenue by Pitkin Avenue at approximately 10:15 PM in the evening. The … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Hit-And-Run Accident on Shepard Avenue in Brooklyn
Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Queens Boulevard
QUEENS, NY - A news report on streetsblog.org states that a motorist tragically struck a 55-year-old man from Queens in broad daylight along a notorious section of Queens Boulevard. The man tragically passed away as a result of the pedestrian accident-related injuries a few days later. Law enforcement authorities stated that the … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Queens Boulevard
Eight Injured in Midtown Manhattan Pedestrian Accident
Eight Injured in Midtown Manhattan Pedestrian Accident A news report published on wsj.com reports that a multi-car pedestrian accident is being investigated by NYPD and Fire Department. According to the news report, an outdoor dining structure on Second Avenue was destroyed, and several people were injured when a van collided … [Read more...] about Eight Injured in Midtown Manhattan Pedestrian Accident
Drunk Driver Crashes His Car Into Long Island House
LEVITTOWN, NY - According to an online news report posted in patch.com, an alleged drunk driver from Levittown crashed his motor vehicle into his neighbor's home, injuring an 84-year-old woman. According to the Nassau County police, the 84-year-old woman sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries in the accident. She was … [Read more...] about Drunk Driver Crashes His Car Into Long Island House
Boy Struck by a Firetruck on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, NY - According to an online news report on nypost.com, a seven-year-old boy has been critically injured after he was struck by a firetruck on Staten Island, New York. The horrific accident left one firefighter crying while a heartbroken mother searches for answers. The pedestrian accident happened at Broad Street … [Read more...] about Boy Struck by a Firetruck on Staten Island
Backhoe Tragically Kills Pedestrian in East New York
EAST NEW YORK, NY - According to an online news story on NYDailyNews.com, a Brooklyn nurse was tragically killed by a construction truck backhoe as she was walking along a New York crosswalk. According to a Con Ed spokesman, the news report states that the heavy machinery that tragically killed the 61-year-old woman walking on an … [Read more...] about Backhoe Tragically Kills Pedestrian in East New York
Two Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents in Queens and Manhattan
NEW YORK - According to a new report on nydailynews.com, a 92-year-old man was tragically killed by a hit-and-run driver as he was trying to crossing E. 40th Street in Murray Hill at around 11:30 pm. The man was hit by a dark-colored motor vehicle that was heading north along First Avenue in Manhattan. Emergency Medical Services … [Read more...] about Two Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents in Queens and Manhattan
Eight Hospitalized in a Fruit Stand Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
According to a news report on nydailynews.com, a motor vehicle collision involving two motor vehicles caused the vehicles to crash into a fruit stand and a Manhattan outdoor dining area. The accident injured two children and seven adults. The news report states that a "seizure-stricken van driver" crashed with another motor … [Read more...] about Eight Hospitalized in a Fruit Stand Pedestrian Accident in Manhattan
Fatal Hit-And-Run Accidents in Florida
FLORIDA - A news report on wuft.org reports that the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has initiated a news safety campaign designed to reduce the number of hit-and-run accidents in 2021 and beyond. In 2020, there were 254 fatal hit-and-run accidents in 2020, and this is an increase of more than 18% over 2019. … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-And-Run Accidents in Florida
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Times Square
Female Pedestrian Struck and Killed By a Dump Truck in Times Square NEW YORK, NEW YORK - A news article on nydailynews.com reports that a woman was walking across a street in Times Square was struck and killed by a large dump truck on Saturday afternoon, police reported. The 64-year-old pedestrian who was killed was not … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Times Square
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Brighton
Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident at the Intersection of Highland and Council Rock in Brighton, New York BRIGHTON, NY - A news article posted on spectrumlocalnews.com reports that the Brighton police say that a fatal pedestrian accident occurred at the intersection of Highland and Council Rock in Brighton, New York. The … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Brighton
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident in Mineola, New York
A news report on xxlmag.com and the Associated Press states that the accident happened in the Mineola area of Nassau County, New York. The Nassau County Police stated that her father was walking between Roslyn Road and Raff Avenue when he was hit by a motor vehicle at approximately 6 pm. The at-fault driver then left the … [Read more...] about Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident in Mineola, New York
Investigators Search for Driver in Hit-and-run Accident in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, FL - According to an online news story posted on winknews.com, a search has been initiated seeking the driver of an SUV that struck and killed a man in Southwest Florida. Law enforcement officers are seeking information and tips leading to the arrest of the hit-and-run driving, which left the victim to die on the … [Read more...] about Investigators Search for Driver in Hit-and-run Accident in Fort Myers
Fatal Hit-and-run Accident on the Nassau Expressway in Queens
SPRINGFIELD GARDENS, QUEENS, NEW YORK - According to a pedestrian accident ness story posted on abc7ny.com, a man was tragically killed while helping a motorist while in the emergency breakdown lane of a highway. The man was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident. The hit-and-run driver was driving in a blue van. The victim's … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-run Accident on the Nassau Expressway in Queens
Two Fatal Pedestrian Accidents Reported in Less Than 24 Hours
NEW YORK, NY - According to two separate fatal accident news stories posted Thursday evening and Friday morning, two pedestrians were tragically struck and killed in less than 24 hours. On Thursday, a 71-year-old man from Long Island, New York, was fatally hit by a sports utility vehicle while he was attempting to cross a street. … [Read more...] about Two Fatal Pedestrian Accidents Reported in Less Than 24 Hours
Police Identify Pedestrian Killed in a Deer Park Accident
Cellphone's Contact List Helps Police Identify Pedestrian Killed in a Deer Park Accident According to an article posted on newsday.com, the Suffolk County Police and the Deer Park Fire Department responded to a pedestrian accident at Bay Shore Road and Washington Avenue in Deer Park. The accident involved a pedestrian who was … [Read more...] about Police Identify Pedestrian Killed in a Deer Park Accident
Storefront Pedestrian Accidents Are On The Rise
Storefront Pedestrian Accidents Are On The Rise According to an accident article published on amityins.com, motor vehicles crash into or through storefronts 60 times each day on average throughout the United States. The Storefront Safety Council states that storefront pedestrian accidents cause about 4,000 severe injuries and … [Read more...] about Storefront Pedestrian Accidents Are On The Rise
NYC Mayor De Blasio Wants Speed Cameras Operating 24/7
NEW YORK CITY, NY - According to a news report posted on abc7ny.com, New York City has seen an increase of 23 traffic-related deaths in 2020. Although there have been 21 fewer pedestrian accident fatalities this year in New York City, there has been an increase in the number of fatal accidents involving bicycles, motorcycles, and … [Read more...] about NYC Mayor De Blasio Wants Speed Cameras Operating 24/7
Unlicensed Driver Causes Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
According to an online accident news story posted on nydailynews.com, a tragic, fatal pedestrian accident occurred in Brooklyn, New York, over the weekend. The victim, a 62-year-old woman, was hit and killed by a driver who did not have a driver's license. The collision took place a few feet from the victim's home in Brooklyn, New … [Read more...] about Unlicensed Driver Causes Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Richmond County
Pedestrians may be a common sight in Richmond County (Staten Island), but that doesn’t mean that pedestrians in Richmond County are safe when walking, jogging, or biking. Pedestrians in Staten Island often must navigate along streets that put them in close proximity to traffic and cross busy, dangerous intersections. While few … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Richmond County
Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Kings County
Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, is one of the state’s most populated counties. As a result, residents and visitors to Kings County are not surprised to see the streets and sidewalks of Brooklyn crowded with pedestrians going to work or going about their personal business. These are prime conditions for pedestrian accidents and … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Kings County
The Most Common Causes of Crosswalk Pedestrian Accidents
While most roads and intersections have crosswalks intended to keep pedestrians safe, pedestrian accidents still occur frequently. When a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, he or she will likely suffer severe personal injuries, sometimes fatal. As noted above, crosswalks are supposed to keep pedestrians safe while crossing … [Read more...] about The Most Common Causes of Crosswalk Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Garden City
Walking for exercise or as a convenient method of transportation has its benefits. Walking around the lovely village of Garden City has its own benefits. However, cars and pedestrians do not mix. Cars today have gotten faster, and their drivers are more distracted than ever. It is no wonder that the frequency of pedestrian crashes … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Garden City
Are Drivers Always at Fault in Pedestrian Accidents?
In my opinion a driver is always at fault when a pedestrian is struck by their vehicle whether it be an automobile, motorcycle, truck or a tractor trailer. Why is this always a driver's fault? Because if the driver was looking at what was ahead of them, they would see the person walking out in the street and they have a duty to … [Read more...] about Are Drivers Always at Fault in Pedestrian Accidents?
How to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit
If you are injured in a pedestrian accident where you've been hit by a car or a bicycle, or a motorcycle or a tractor-trailer then you need to call a lawyer immediately. That lawyer needs to get to the accident scene to interview the police, interview the EMS workers and the ambulance driver to look for the witnesses and document … [Read more...] about How to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit
Pursuing a Claim for Wrongful Death Following a Pedestrian Accident
As is the case with many accidents that result in wrongful deaths, the conduct which led to the accident which killed your family member is also likely to have been a violation of the law. This means that the person or people who are responsible for your loss could also face criminal charges. For many families, the possibility that … [Read more...] about Pursuing a Claim for Wrongful Death Following a Pedestrian Accident
The Legal Rights of Injured Pedestrians Injured or Killed in a Pedestrian Accident
Although walking, jogging, cycling, and running provide the benefits of physical fitness, economy, and environmental consciousness, individuals traveling on foot or pedaling a bike have virtually no protection from injury in a collision. When motorists fail to concentrate on their driving or violate traffic safety laws, people … [Read more...] about The Legal Rights of Injured Pedestrians Injured or Killed in a Pedestrian Accident
Motorists Are Safer Than Bicyclists and Pedestrians
USA- Usa.streetsblog.com writes that in 2018, cyclists and pedestrians died in larger numbers nationally. Meanwhile, overall traffic deaths dropped thanks to the fact that people in cars are now safer than ever. Data collected from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that 36,750 people were killed in … [Read more...] about Motorists Are Safer Than Bicyclists and Pedestrians
Fatal Chain-Reaction Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn, New York
BROOKLYN, NY - July 7, 2020 - According to an online news article on NYDailyNews.com, a woman from Brooklyn was tragically killed when she was struck by a car involved in a chain-reaction pedestrian collision. The accident was caused by a 25-year-old man who was speeding on Ocean Avenue in Midwood. The driver ran a red light at … [Read more...] about Fatal Chain-Reaction Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn, New York
Third Fatal Revel Scooter Accident After the Service Shutdown in NYC
According to nbcnewyork.com, there have been three fatal Revel scooter accidents last month. Revel closed down operations in NYC after the third renter of their electric scooter passed away after sustaining serious personal injuries. According to the NYPD, the last fatal accident left a 30-year-old Bronx man with severe head … [Read more...] about Third Fatal Revel Scooter Accident After the Service Shutdown in NYC
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY - According to an online news report from 1010wins.radio.com, a man from Brooklyn has been arrested for allegedly hitting a pedestrian with his motor vehicle and leaving the scene. Tragically the pedestrian, a 29-year-old woman from Queens, died due to personal injuries sustained in the pedestrian accident. The fatal … [Read more...] about Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident in Brooklyn
Drunk Driver Flees Scene of Collision with Bicycle
BABYLON VILLAGE, Long Island, N.Y. — A bicycle rider was mowed down by person police say was highly intoxicated and who fled the scene. According to an article published in Newsday, the male bicycle rider was severely injured when the hit-and-run motorist ran down the man on the bicycle. The crash occurred in the parking lot adjacent … [Read more...] about Drunk Driver Flees Scene of Collision with Bicycle
Traffic Deaths on The Rise Due to the Pandemic
UNTIED STATES – July 6, 2020 – According to an online news report from Prnewswire.com, the roads are emptier due to the pandemic, the rate of deadly crashes has increased in many parts of the country. The National Safety Council (NSC) writes that the light traffic did not benefit Americans by making the roads safer. With a drop in … [Read more...] about Traffic Deaths on The Rise Due to the Pandemic
Driver Crashes Car Into East Hampton Market Injuring Two
EAST HAMPTON, NY – June 8, 2020 – According to an online news article posted on Patch.com, a driver crashed their automobile into an East Hampton shop resulting in injuries to two pedestrians. According to law enforcement, the pedestrian accident occurred on Friday afternoon in East Hampton, New York. The pedestrian accident … [Read more...] about Driver Crashes Car Into East Hampton Market Injuring Two
Man in Queens Crushed by Two Trucks
QUEENS, New York, N.Y. — New York Police accident investigators reported that a man died after he was crushed between two trucks. The man’s death was the first pedestrian death, officially, in New York City since March 15, 2020, according to Streets Blog NYC. The investigating officers from NYPD reported that the man was caught … [Read more...] about Man in Queens Crushed by Two Trucks
46-year-old Pedestrian Killed in West Hempstead, New York
WEST HEMPSTEAD, Long Island, N.Y. — A 46-year-old man died from injuries he sustained after he was hit by a 2001 Chevrolet Suburban sports utility vehicle in West Hempstead Sunday night. The Long Island Herald, citing Nassau County Police sources, reported that the man who was killed in the crash while crossing the Hempstead Turnpike … [Read more...] about 46-year-old Pedestrian Killed in West Hempstead, New York
Pedestrian Hit and Killed by Runaway Driver in Queens
QUEENS, N.Y. — Someone ran over and killed a 29-year-old man in Queens, according to NYC Streetsblog. The motorist took off before the police could reach the scene. NYPD officers now have the case under investigation. They have little information about the suspect or the suspect vehicle at this time. The investigating officers … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Hit and Killed by Runaway Driver in Queens
More Car and Pedestrian Collisions Caused by Ride-Hailing Services
USA- Theladders.com writes that ride-hailing services have become a major force in the transportation industry. Uber and Lyft have normalized the practice of having a stranger give you a ride. As a result of this new trend, there have been some notable safety benefits, such as a lower number of drunk drivers. The convenience of these … [Read more...] about More Car and Pedestrian Collisions Caused by Ride-Hailing Services
More Pedestrians and Cyclists are Dying, But No Clear Reason Why
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 6,482 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle collisions in 2018. Another 859 cyclists were also killed in accidents during this same time period. In the case of both groups, these numbers represent not only an increase from 2017 statistics but the continuation of an … [Read more...] about More Pedestrians and Cyclists are Dying, But No Clear Reason Why
Preliminary Data Suggests 2018 is a Deadly Year for Pedestrians
Preliminary data collected and released (.PDF) by the Governors Highway Safety Association suggests that the past few years have been some of the deadliest years for pedestrians in decades. The data shows an increase in the overall number of pedestrians who are killed in motor vehicle wrecks in a number of states. Yet amidst these … [Read more...] about Preliminary Data Suggests 2018 is a Deadly Year for Pedestrians
GHSA Report Shows Increase in Pedestrian Fatalities
Representatives of the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) have expressed concern and alarm over a recent GHSA report that showed an increase in the number of pedestrian fatality accidents from 2017 to 2018. The GHSA report finds that 6,227 pedestrians died in fatal collisions with motor vehicles in 2018: 250 more pedestrians … [Read more...] about GHSA Report Shows Increase in Pedestrian Fatalities
Disturbing Trend in Pedestrian Fatalities
USA- Milforddailynews.com writes that while carmakers have been successful in making vehicles safer for occupants of cars, pedestrians are dying in higher numbers. In fact, within the last decade, fatal pedestrian crashes have spiked by about 50 percent. Looking at long term trends, the number of car crash deaths has gone up and … [Read more...] about Disturbing Trend in Pedestrian Fatalities
Fatal Pedestrian Collisions Increase in 2018
A recent report from the Governors Highway Safety Association and published on NPR.com found that over 6,200 pedestrians died across the United States in collisions during 2018. This number is the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in the past three decades and represents a sharp increase in the number of deaths over the past … [Read more...] about Fatal Pedestrian Collisions Increase in 2018
Pedestrian and Bicyclist Deaths Rise
Recent data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that, in 2008, the total number of individuals killed in any type of wreck dropped over two percent from 2017, to 36,600. While this is a positive development, these numbers are not completely positive. During the same time period, the number of … [Read more...] about Pedestrian and Bicyclist Deaths Rise
