Category Archives: Pedestrian Accidents
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A 47-year-old man and a 13-year-old boy were killed in an early morning hit-and-run accident that left another 40-year-old victim injured. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at approximately 2:36 a.m. on Saturday, August 17. The teenager was walking along the shoulder of the road with the man and the other female… Read More »
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Florida pedestrians have certain rules of the road that affect them, just as drivers are bound by their own rules of the road. The following is a quick overview of some relevant state laws for pedestrians: Pedestrians must obey all official traffic control devices, unless directed otherwise by a police officer. If sidewalks are available,… Read More »
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Crosswalk laws are among the most commonly mistaken and misunderstood laws that exist with regard to traffic safety. Drivers often do not know when they do and do not have the right of way, which can cause some confusion as well as safety issues for pedestrians. Florida state laws apply at all crosswalks, even if… Read More »