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10 Ways to Walk Wisely and Prevent a Pennsylvania Pedestrian Accident

Even though walking may seem like a relatively safe way to get around, it isn't quite as safe as you may think - especially when you walk along and across roadways filled with motor vehicles. In fact, pedestrians are injured by motor vehicles once every eight minutes in the U.S. In 2008 alone, nearly 69,000 pedestrians were injured in accidents with motor vehicles - and over 5,000 of those were fatal.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a Pennsylvania pedestrian accident because of a negligent driver, you need to order your FREE copy of How to Maximize Your Pennsylvania Car Accident Case Before an Insurance Company Takes Advantage of You,written by the Bucks County pedestrian accident attorneys at Saile & Saile.

As pedestrians, we need to watch out for ourselves. While drivers have the responsibility to watch for pedestrians, the fact is that many of them don't. Some drive carelessly and negligently, racing through intersections or driving while distracted, causing thousands of Pennsylvania pedestrian accidents each year. While you're walking along the busy streets of Philadelphia, remember the following:

Always use sidewalks whenever they are available.
Obey traffic signals when they are available.
Always look left, right, and left again before crossing the street, even if you have the right-of-way.
Always make eye contact with drivers before crossing. Do not assume they see you, even if you can see them.
Allow enough time to safely cross the street, even if this means waiting for the next light before you can cross.
Whenever possible,do not cross mid-block. Most pedestrian accidents occur when pedestrians cross outside of marked intersections.
If there is a car parked along the curb, stop at its edge before stepping out into traffic.
Never allow young children under the age of 10 to cross the street without supervision, as they cannot accurately judge distances and traffic risks.
If you must walk along a roadway, always walk facing traffic, as far to the left as possible. This way you can watch for approaching vehicles and move out of harm's way if they do not leave you adequate room to walk.
Wear reflective clothing and carry a flashlight if walking between dawn and dusk.The majority of pedestrian deaths occur between 6 p.m. and midnight, so try to make yourself as visible as possible.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a Pennsylvania pedestrian crash because of a negligent driver, you need to speak with a Bucks County pedestrian injury lawyer. Contact Saile & Saile at 1-800-860-5801 to schedule your free consultation.