Los abogados de accidentes de camión son imprescindibles para cualquier gravedad de colisión

June is National Safety Month, and here at Northland Injury Law, safety for you and your loved ones is our top priority. While we may be living through a pandemic, the warm weather brings us all the want to enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and biking. Don’t let the amazing weather and a breath of fresh air take your mind off what is most important: your safety.

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, The warmer weather and eased pandemic restrictions have more Missourians on the roadways. Whether in a vehicle, walking or biking, keep your head up and be alert, safety is a two-way street.

The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety announced a week-long campaign June 21-27 focusing on pedestrian safety. The campaign was geared toward pedestrians and drivers, educating both about being alert and what to watch out for to ensure everyone is safe.

In 2019, 110 pedestrians were killed in Missouri and 307 were seriously injured. The top pedestrian contributing factors involved were failure to yield, alcohol or drug impairment, and distraction/inattention. These statistics underscore why both drivers and pedestrians must remain vigilant on Missouri roadways.

“We encourage all drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to make safe choices so everyone, no matter the mode of transportation, makes it to their destination safe,” said MoDOT Highway Safety and Traffic Engineer Nicole Hood.

Essential Pedestrian Safety Tips

Tenga en cuenta los siguientes consejos de seguridad para peatones siempre que camine:

• Drivers and pedestrians need to make eye contact with each other. Don’t assume that the other one has seen you.
• If you’re in a stalled vehicle alongside the roadway, stay in the vehicle with your seat belt on until help arrives.
• Only cross at an intersection or crosswalk, stepping out from between parked cars or other obstacles by the road can keep a driver from being able to see you and stop in time.
• Look left, right and then left again before crossing an intersection or crosswalk, you always want to double check the lane that you’ll be entering first.
• Be aware of drivers even when you are in a designated crosswalk, drivers can look and use their mirrors, but there are always blind spots.
• Don’t wear headphones while walking or biking, you won’t be able to hear if a car is coming.
• Lleve siempre ropa de colores brillantes para ser visible cuando haga ejercicio junto a una calzada.
• Camine siempre en contra de la corriente y no con el tráfico.
• Sea siempre prudente al salir de los aparcamientos y esté atento a los peatones.

How Speed Affects Pedestrian Accident Outcomes

Speed also plays a critical role in preventing pedestrian fatalities, especially in urbanized areas. A person struck by a vehicle at 20 mph has a 90% chance of survival. At 40 mph, approximately 45% of struck pedestrians die, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Drivers who slow down, buckle up and put down their phone help make the state’s transportation system better for everyone. For more information, visit salvarvidas.com o síguenos en las redes sociales en Save MO Lives.

Contact a Kansas City Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one have suffered accident injuries from being hit by a vehicle as a pedestrian, póngase en contacto con Ley de lesiones de Northland en (816) 400-4878 para hablar con un Missouri abogado accidente automóvil para obtener la indemnización que necesita. Un abogado con experiencia en lesiones personales puede aliviar parte de la carga mediante la participación en la investigación de los hechos, la recopilación de la documentación necesaria, y la elaboración de demandas concisas y exhaustivas para la solución de su reclamo.

Whether you need a pedestrian accident lawyer, a Kansas City car accident lawyer, or a wrongful death lawyer, our injury attorneys understand the complexities of vehicle accident cases. We work to protect the rights of pedestrians and accident victims throughout the Kansas City area, helping clients navigate insurance claims and pursue fair compensation for their injuries.