In today’s fast-paced world, pedestrian accidents occur all too often, resulting in serious injuries and other damages. When these accidents involve a child running into the street, questions about legal responsibility typically arise, and the child’s parents may wonder if they can be held liable for their actions. Liability involving children in pedestrian accidents can […]
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6 Tips to Stay Safe as a Pedestrian in Florida
Michael Damaso / 09-11-2022 / Pedestrian Accident
Whether you are exercising, walking to work or school, or picking up a few items from a local shop, Orlando’s streets can be full of dangers for pedestrians. In an instant, a negligent driver can drastically alter the life of a pedestrian and cause catastrophic injuries. While it is impossible to control a driver’s actions, […]
Pedestrian Fatality in Kissimmee Highlights Dangers for Walkers and Bicyclists in Central Florida
Michael Damaso / 08-17-2020 / Pedestrian Accident
Another pedestrian death occurred last week after a Kissimmee man was struck and killed by a vehicle in the early morning hours on August 5. The accident follows a string of other pedestrian fatalities reported in Central Florida over the course of the past several months. The victim was a 33-year-old Kissimmee man who was […]
Volusia County Ranks 2nd Worst in the Nation for Pedestrian Deaths
Thomas Dennis / 07-30-2020 / Pedestrian Accident
A pedestrian lost his life on Sunday night as he was walking along a ramp off a busy Volusia County highway. The victim was a 67-year-old Deland man. He was struck by a car driven by a 21-year-old Deltona man as he was walking on the shoulder of the ramp leading from State Road 472 […]
Orlando Metro Area Most Dangerous for Pedestrian Fatalities
Michael Damaso / 07-16-2020 / Pedestrian Accident
The streets of Central Florida are not a safe place for pedestrians. More pedestrians are killed on Central Florida roads than anywhere else in the country, according to a recent study by Smart Growth America. This week, a deadly hit-and-run occurred involving a 17-year-old pedestrian who was walking outside the Fashion Square Mall in Orlando. […]
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