Blog Category | Pedestrian accidents
March 01, 2022
SUV Production Spurs Pedestrian Accidents
A surge in SUV production has been linked to a rise in pedestrian accidents. This rise has been observed in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, and across the country. The number of SUVs on American streets tripled between 2000 and 2019. At the same time, the number of pedestrian fatalities surged...
Read MoreNovember 16, 2020
Fatal Hit-and-run Pedestrian Accident Off Route 17
Weddings are supposed to be happy times. We get together to celebrate the holy matrimony of two individuals who become one. Unfortunately, these events are sometimes marred by events outside our control. One such incident recently happened off Route 17. The fatal pedestrian accident According to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s...
Read MoreOctober 07, 2020
The Many Problems Leading To An Increase In Pedestrian Accidents
If you regularly get around your city by walking or bicycling, do you ever get the feeling that streets and even sidewalks aren’t safe for you? If so, you’re not alone. Pedestrian accidents are a huge problem in New Jersey and across the United States, and they actually seem to...
Read MoreAugust 20, 2020
Are Bigger Vehicles To Blame For More Pedestrian Deaths?
For anyone that enjoys getting out and taking a walk, the numbers should be worrying. Pedestrian deaths are up 46% in the U.S. since 2009, according to a USA Today and Detroit Free Press investigation. That is a staggering increase. The report dug into the reasons for this trend and...
Read MoreApril 29, 2020
Report Details Vehicle Characteristics That Contribute To Pedestrian Fatalities
There are no good car accidents. They become especially worse when the victim is a pedestrian crossing the road with no airbags to protect them from the impact. The results of pedestrian accidents are often grim: severe injuries and fatalities are not uncommon. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently...
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