Tag Archives: Pedestrians
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Pedestrian accidents can occur whenever pedestrians and vehicles are sharing the same roadways. Because pedestrians have nothing to protect them from impact, vehicle vs. pedestrian accidents often result in serious injury or death. Understanding pedestrian right-of-way laws can help protect you from injury and ensure you have legal recourse, should an accident occur. Who has… 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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Florida has a well-earned reputation for being a dangerous state for pedestrians. In fact, it ranks higher than any other state in terms of risk to people traveling on foot. Nine of the top 20 deadliest cities in the United States for pedestrians are located in Florida. Orlando came in as the worst city in… Read More »