Baltimore Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Many people enjoy spending some time outdoors, and participating in pedestrian activities is a great way to do so. You can go for a peaceful walk, a heart-pumping jog, or walk your pets along the sidewalks. Sadly, though, not all drivers conduct their vehicles as safely as they should around pedestrians.
Pedestrians have as much right to sidewalks and crosswalks as drivers have to the roads. However, impatient and unsafe drivers may ignore pedestrian right-of-way, and in a wreck between a pedestrian and a car, there is no question who will suffer more harm. If you have been injured due to a careless driver, you should fight back against this negligence. Contact an experienced Baltimore pedestrian accident lawyer from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC, today at 410-234-0100 for a free evaluation of your potential case.
Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Automobile drivers are responsible for large, powerful vehicles that can cause serious injuries to innocent pedestrians. Drivers should always give pedestrians the right-of-way so that they avoid putting walkers and joggers in danger. When they fail to do so, it can result in serious accidents. Causes of pedestrian accidents include:
- Distracted or inattentive drivers
- Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs
- Out-of-control vehicles
- Driving too fast
- Ignoring pedestrian crosswalks
- Failure to stop at stop signs or stop lights
- Improperly constructed sidewalks or crosswalks
Even a small bump from a car can cause broken bones and head trauma that can affect you for the rest of your life. Talk to an attorney today to learn more about your legal options following an accident with a reckless driver.
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Road construction companies are responsible for creating safe sidewalks and crosswalks, and drivers should work to create a hazard-free environment for walkers and joggers as well. However, if either of these parties fails to act as they should, it can put you in harm’s way. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a pedestrian accident, please contact a Baltimore pedestrian accident attorney from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC at 410-234-0100 today.
