When a driver is careless, pedestrians in their path may be at risk of peril. Drivers who are texting, intoxicated behind the wheel, distracted, or engaging in other dangerous behaviors can be held legally liable if they strike and injure a pedestrian. However, pedestrians also have a legal duty of care to observe to ensure …
How to Build a Strong Sidewalk Accident Claim
Sidewalk accidents can happen unexpectedly, leaving victims with injuries, medical bills, and a lot of stress. Whether it’s a slip and fall, a trip over uneven pavement, or some other hazard, these incidents can have serious consequences. If you find yourself in such a situation, it’s crucial to know how to build a strong case …
Las Vegas Pedestrian Accident Rates Higher Than Those of Larger Cities
On average, one person died every six days in pedestrian accidents throughout Las Vegas Valley according to last year’s statistics. These fatal collisions did not just occur in one type of place or during any particular time of day. Instead, these accidents occurred during various hours of the day and night and happened in places …
Las Vegas Pedestrian Accidents and Fatalities on the Rise
Las Vegas is home to bustling streets filled with tourists, locals, and everything in between. In a city filled with round-the-clock distractions for both motorists and others on the public road, traffic accidents are an everyday occurrence. According to statistics and safety experts, Las Vegas is also seeing a rise in accidents involving pedestrians. Vegas …
Why Las Vegas is One of the Most Dangerous Cities for Pedestrians
A national study recently reconfirmed that Las Vegas is one of the most dangerous cities for pedestrians. The study was issued by the National Complete Streets Coalition and Smart Growth America. While not the most dangerous city for pedestrians in the nation, Las Vegas did come in at the top of the list. The study …
Pedestrian Death Prompts LVPD to Discuss Traffic Safety Ideas
The Las Vegas Valley just had its 94th traffic-related death this year. Last night a driver who was neither impaired nor speeding hit and killed a pedestrian while she was crossing the street. Yesterday’s fatal traffic accident prompted the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police to hold a meeting on what they can do to increase safety …
5 Important Safety Tips for Pedestrians
Las Vegas police are trying to step up crosswalk enforcement in order to try and bring down the number of pedestrian accidents in the city that have shot up over the last few months. There are also several steps pedestrians can take in order to avoid tragic Las Vegas pedestrian crashes. Be aware of your …
Clark County Attempts to Reduce Fatal Pedestrian Accidents
The recent increase in the number of fatal pedestrian accidents has put the spotlight on Clark County. Officials held a town hall meeting to address the issue of how to reduce the high number of pedestrian accident fatalities in the county. According to an 8 News Now news report, there have been 27 pedestrian fatalities …
Las Vegas Pedestrian Safety Tips
Safety Tips for Walking in Las Vegas In general, Las Vegas is a very safe city. However, there are some safety concerns that pedestrians should be aware of when walking around town. First and foremost, always be aware of your surroundings. If you’re walking on the Strip, be aware of the large number of people …
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