Statistics On Pedestrian Accidents In The State Of Florida

In Florida, there are many activities that people can get to by walking. As a pedestrian, one needs to be vigilant about safety. In 2010 alone, 4,280 pedestrians were killed and roughly 70,000 were injured in traffic accidents in the US. According to the National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a pedestrian was killed every two hours and injured every eight minutes in a traffic accident.

Part of being a safe pedestrian is relying on your senses, and not on painted lines in the road. Research has shown that crosswalks give many a false sense of safety. This sense of false security can lead a pedestrian to enter a crosswalk without properly considering approaching traffic. Some pedestrians have the mistaken belief that cars can and will stop for them.

Today, pedestrians are finding themselves in harms way more often as a result of society's use of technology. Whether it's texting, checking Facebook, listening to music, or writing an email, we are able to do these things while on the go. It's no longer just distracted drivers we have to be worried about on our roadways, it's distracted pedestrians as well. YouTube is full of videos showing this dangerous practice such as a man texting and walking right off of a train platform. Fortunately the man climbed out of dangers way, but this could have had a tragic ending.

Walking home after a few drinks may seem safer than getting behind the wheel, however the NHTSA has found that isn't true for pedestrians. In a 2010 study, one out of three pedestrians killed had a BAC of .08 or higher. As an intoxicated pedestrian, you may be more apt to engage in risky crossing behavior. After a night on the town, your safest bet is to rely on a designated driver or take a cab home.

Be safe while sharing the roadway with vehicles. If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in a pedestrian accident, contact the Personal Injury Attorneys of DeCarlis & Sawyer at 352-371-3838. Find us online at www.decarlisandsawyer.com.

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