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PA & NJ Pedestrian/Bike Accidents Can Happen To Anyone!

Pedestrian and bike accidents are some of the most tragic accidents we see on the roads of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Unlike car-car accidents, these types of crashes happen when an unprotected rider or walker, oftentimes a kid or child, is hit by a negligent driver.

A pedestrian is injured in an accident every 8 minutes in the United States, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, there are nearly 5,000 people killed in pedestrian accidents each year. Bicyclists are at risk as well, as about 700 people are killed on bicycles each year.

Pedestrians Have The Right Of Way

Except in rare cases, pedestrians have the right of way on Pennsylvania and New Jersey roads. This means cars must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, intersections, and at stoplights. Those walking near our roadways deserve to be safe from dangerous distracted or drunk drivers.

However, despite clear rules giving pedestrians the right of way on our roads, many negligent drivers still collide with pedestrians. Given that pedestrians do not have the protection offered by steel car frames and airbags, their bodies bear the full brunt of Bucks/Mercer County pedestrian accidents.

Bicyclists Are The Victims Of Negligent Drivers

Bicycling has experienced a revival recently. Whether on competitive road bikes, commuter bikes, mountain bikes, or even kids bikes, many residents of Pennsylvania and New Jersey enjoy exercising, commuting, and having fun on their bicycles. This is especially the case during the summer months.

However, bicyclists are also in danger anytime they ride on our roads. Negligent drivers, who may not see or respect the rights of bicycles, are largely the reason for Bucks/Mercer County bicycle accidents. While the drivers are often the ones that cause these crashes, the bicyclists suffer the consequences. Many bicyclists are seriously injured or killed in accidents each year.

Pedestrian - Bike Accidents Can Cause Serious Injuries

The victims of pedestrian and bike accidents can suffer a wide range of injuries. Most every crash results in cuts, scrapes, bruises, and varying levels of burns and road rash. More serious crashes can result in dislocations, sprains, and multiple broken bones.

The most serious wrecks can lead to back, neck, and head injuries. Some of these injuries, such as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), can lead to lifetime disability and significantly-diminished mental capabilities. In many cases, loss of life is a very real possibility.

While the causes for bike or pedestrian accidents may vary -- from excessive speeding to drunk driving -- one thing remains a constant: the pedestrian or bicyclist always suffers the consequences of the wreck.

You May Be Eligible To Receive Compensation For Your Injuries

When a pedestrian or bicyclist is hit by a negligent driver, they may not be protected from injury, but they are protected by the law. If you or a loved one has been injured in a Bucks/Mercer County bike-pedestrian accident you may be eligible to recover damages from the wreck.

With the help of an experienced attorney, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, ongoing care and physical therapy, missed time at work, plus emotional pain and suffering. Call the Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyers at Saile & Saile LLP today to learn more about your legal rights.

Call Saile & Saile LLP today at (800) 860-5801 If You Have Been Injured In An Accident

Pedestrians and bicyclists are often the victims of negligent drivers who violate their right of way. However, if you or someone you know has been in an accident, you DO NOT have to be the victim of the insurance companies, who will use all the tricks in their bag to make sure you get less compensation than you really deserve.

Hiring a Philadelphia bicycle accident lawyer is the first step to protecting yourself after a crash. An attorney may be able to help you recover fair compensation for your injuries, and get your life back to the way it was. Call us today at (800) 860-5801 to learn more about your legal rights.

We have fought for the victims of accidents in hundreds of cases in the Philadelphia area. We know how to deal with the insurance companies, and constantly earn our clients the highest possible settlement or verdict in court. Call us today for a free consultation about your case.

Blog for Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

Library for Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents:

Keeping Children Safe from Bicycle Accidents in Bucks County
It is especially important for drivers to be cautious in areas where children play and ride bicycles. Learn more to keep children safe from bicycle accidents.
Children at Risk for Pedestrian Accident Injury
Children under 14 are at particular risk for pedestrian accidents. Bucks County personal injury lawyer discusses dangers present in your own neighborhood.
Cycling Tips for Injury Prevention this Summer
Keep your family healthy and happy this summer and stay safe while riding bikes in Bucks and Mercer Counties. Review safe riding tips here on this injury websit
10 Ways to Keep Your Family Cycling Safe This Summer
The NHTSA's most recent statistics and precautions regarding bicycle safety can help you avoid a Pennsylvania bicycle accident.
10 Ways to Walk Wisely and Prevent a Pennsylvania Pedestrian Accident
Follow these wise walking tips to ensure you aren’t the victim of a Pennsylvania pedestrian accident. If you have been injured, contact Saile & Saile.
Bicycle Safety is more important than ever!
In order to avoid springtime bicycle accidents in the Philadelphia area, tune up your bike safety knowledge.
A local Bucks County bicycle accident fatality forces us to think about bicycle safety.
A local Bucks County bicycle accident involving a Ewing, NJ bicyclist forces us to take a hard look at bicycle safety rules and tip. If you have been involved in a PA or NJ bicycle accident, contact us for more information.
How to avoid bicycle-car accidents
If you ride a bicycle on Bucks County, Mercer County, or Philadelphia roadways you need to watch out for yourself. Drivers are not always paying attention to the road or you. Bicycle accidents involve serious injuries and death. Protect yourself!
Children and the elderly persons at the most risk for pedestrian accidents.
Pedestrian accidents involve serious personal injuries. Throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey the elderly persons and children are at the highest risk of being injured or killed in a pedestrian accident. Learn more about Bucks County pedestrian accident on this website.
Experience & Effective Representation for Bicycle Accidents
Saile & Saile LLP Attorney Legal Fees Explained
Some lawyers make payment of legal fees complicated, even when they do not need to be. At Saile & Saile LLP, our fees are fair and easy-to-understand. Read this article to learn more about how we help the clients we work with, and call us today at (800) 860-5801 if you have been injured in an accident.