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Pedestrian Deaths Increasing More than Ever
Pedestrian Deaths Increasing More than Ever Walking is supposed to be good for you – right? Not if it’s deadly. According to an analysis of preliminary state traffic fatality data, pedestrian deaths grew 10 percent last year, 2015. Unfortunately, this is the largest year-to year increase in pedestrian deaths since 1975, and that is when…
Read MoreAtlanta and Marietta listed in top 10 deadliest cities for pedestrians
Atlanta and Marietta listed in top 10 deadliest cities for pedestrians If you lived in one of the deadliest cities for pedestrians, would you take a chance by walking to your destination? A recent study by the National Complete Streets Coalition (NCSC), released the Top 10 Deadliest Cities for Pedestrians. The study compared total pedestrian…
Read MoreEveryone is a Pedestrian
Everyone is a Pedestrian The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the DOT launched a new website for pedestrians. The theme for the website is “Everyone Is a Pedestrian.” Considering there was an increase in pedestrian deaths in 2011 which totaled 4,432 fatalities, the safety groups wanted to bring awareness to the dangers that pedestrians…
Read MoreGeorgia car accident leaves pedestrian injured
Georgia car accident leaves pedestrian injured Walking or skateboarding down the road can typically be a safe mode of transportation when drivers in cars are paying attention to what they are doing and what is around them. Yet, despite the low risk of becoming involved in a car accident, many pedestrians do fall victim to…
Read MorePedestrian Death May Open Door For Wrongful Death Claim
Pedestrian Death May Open Door For Wrongful Death Claim Every time that a driver gets behind the wheel or a citizen decides to cross a busy road, there is risk of injury or worse. For one Georgia man, his attempt to cross an intersection led to his death. Incidents like this may very well open…
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