According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrians are increasingly at risk along our roadways. In fact, from 2015 to 2016, pedestrian deaths increased 11% across the country. At Brotman Nusbaum Ibrahim & Adelman, we know there are many causes to this increase in pedestrian dangers. Distracted driving, intoxicated driving and even distracted pedestrians are causing a rise in pedestrian injuries and fatalities. We’ve put together some top tips for how to help improve safety as a pedestrian on South Florida’s crowded roadways. Safety starts with proper planning, and we’re here to help.
How do injury lawyers in Boca Raton suggest improving pedestrian safety?
Drivers have an immense responsibility to ensure pedestrian safety. This includes refraining from distracted driving, there should be no texting, status updating, web browsing, radio adjusting, direction viewing or even eating behind the wheel. When you’re driving, you have a responsibility to give the road, cars, other drivers and pedestrians your undivided attention.
Our injury lawyers in Boca Raton also know there are certain ways that pedestrians can work to stay safe as well. Check out our pedestrian safety tips:
- Stay alert. No texting while walking, either! Staying alert can help ensure you see any danger coming your way. Distracted pedestrians can be just as dangerous as distracted drivers, so keep your eyes on where you’re headed.
- Stay on the sidewalk. Pedestrian sidewalks and walkways are designed for the safety of everyone. Never leave the sidewalk, unless you’re crossing the street in a designated crosswalk. Jaywalking can be more than dangerous, it can be deadly. Stick to marked pedestrian areas!
- Make yourself easy to see. Walking when it’s dark out? Make sure you’re dressed to be seen! Our Boca Raton injury lawyers suggest wearing bright colors or reflective materials to make sure drivers can see you.
- Wait your turn. Crossing the street and there are no cars in sight? Make sure you still wait until you have the “walk” signal at the crosswalk. Otherwise, you may miss a car that’s on its way through the intersection.
With these tips, we can help make our roadways safer for pedestrians. When all drivers and pedestrians stay alert, we can work together to help improve safety. For more tips, or for the best help for a pedestrian or auto accident case, call our injury lawyers in Boca Raton at (561) 417-5656.
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