Category Archives: Pedestrian Accidents
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If you’re a pedestrian in Florida, understanding your rights and responsibilities during accidents is crucial. This article provides insights into pedestrian accident liability in the state, covering fault determination, evidence gathering, insurance claims, legal consequences, and the filing process. Pedestrian Rules of the Road All pedestrians have the right of way when crossing a street,… Read More »
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Understanding who has the right of way among pedestrians, cyclists and drivers can help prevent accidents. Pedestrians In most cases, pedestrians have the right of way. When at crosswalks, intersections or other designated crossing areas, drivers and cyclists must yield to pedestrians. When pedestrians are already in a crosswalk, drivers and cyclists must stop and allow… Read More »
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A pedestrian was fatally struck by a box truck on Interstate 275 in Tampa. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on August 16. The victim, a 40-year-old man, was walking across the interstate when he was hit by the truck and pronounced dead on the scene. In this case, liability for the accident likely rests… Read More »