Auto-pedestrian accidents are extremely dangerous and often deadly. Even at relatively low speeds, a car can knock a pedestrian down and cause severe injury or death. Drivers have a duty of care to avoid hitting pedestrians, and if they breach this duty and injure...
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Pedestrian Accidents
Protections for pedestrians
Pedestrian accidents can easily lead to serious or even fatal injuries. If you are walking the streets of Quincy, Illinois, you might wonder if there are extra protections available to you, before and after an accident. Understanding state pedestrian laws In Illinois,...
Study: Pedestrians face greater risk from electric cars
The United States and many other countries have made electric cars a core part of their strategies for combatting global warming. Through tax breaks and other incentives, the federal and state governments have promoted the purchase of electric vehicles and the...
Concerning rate of pedestrian deaths in Illinois
Even when a motor vehicle is a person’s primary source of transportation, they are still likely to find themselves traveling as a pedestrian most days. This is because you must travel from your parked car to your destination. Whether it is in a parking lot, on a...
Are pedestrian accidents a serious problem here?
The escalating issue of pedestrian accidents is a nationwide concern, and Quincy, Illinois, is no exception to this alarming trend. In 2021 alone, there were 7,388 pedestrian fatalities in traffic crashes across the United States, marking a significant 12.5% increase...
Is it dangerous to walk around Quincy?
Most of us know about the physical health benefits of walking. Walking can also help you save money on transportation costs and improve your mental health while enjoying the outdoors. Unfortunately, walking in Quincy can be risky as our city does not always provide...
Pedestrian safety improves in Illinois, but dangers remain
In Quincy and the surrounding areas of Illinois, pedestrians need to be aware of the potential for an accident. Since the area is such a hub for many industries, people are constantly going back and forth. With the number of vehicles that are on the road, this puts...
Who has the right of way at intersections: cars or pedestrians?
When a pedestrian and motorist approach each other at an intersection, things can get confusing. Both want to cross the street, but who gets to do so first? While both sides may believe they have the right of way at an intersection, generally only one party does...
Injured as a Pedestrian in Quincy, Adams County, Illinois?
Attempt Best as Possible to Gather Information at the Scene and Obtain Prompt Medical Treatment. Make Sure Law Enforcement is Contacted. As an injured pedestrian, while difficult, try to remember and gather as many details of the incident as possible. If there are...