What is a Pedestrian Accident?
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) defines a pedestrian accident as that which involves an individual who was not occupying a motor vehicle, bicycle, or mobile conveyance. In 2020, there were 483 pedestrian crashes in Palm Beach County of which, 44 pedestrian crashes that resulted in a fatality, according to FLHSMV.
Some causes of pedestrian accidents are:
Florida Pedestrian Law Key Points:
According to the Florida Statute §316.130 (2020) pedestrians must:
Common injuries associated with a pedestrian accident include:
As a result of your pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to damages for:
Contact Us
Call the Simpson-Cannon Law Firm at 561-721-6255 if you are involved in a pedestrian accident. We have the expertise and knowledge to handle your case. We put our clients first through dedicated and passionate representation.
Why Choose the Simpson-Cannon Law Firm?
Cynthia Simpson-Cannon has more than 20 years experience as a trial attorney and focuses in the areas of personal injury including pedestrian accidents, car accidents, and wrongful death cases.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) defines a pedestrian accident as that which involves an individual who was not occupying a motor vehicle, bicycle, or mobile conveyance. In 2020, there were 483 pedestrian crashes in Palm Beach County of which, 44 pedestrian crashes that resulted in a fatality, according to FLHSMV.
Some causes of pedestrian accidents are:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Impaired driving
- Texting while driving
- Bad lighting
Florida Pedestrian Law Key Points:
According to the Florida Statute §316.130 (2020) pedestrians must:
- use sidewalks and crosswalks when provided.
- walk on the left side of the road facing traffic, which will approach from the opposite direction when sidewalks are not provided.
- not leave a curb or safe area to walk in the path of a car, making it impossible for a driver to yield.
- obey the traffic control signals at intersections unless otherwise directed by a police officer.
Common injuries associated with a pedestrian accident include:
- Brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Headaches and concussions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Clots and hemorrhaging
- Cuts, scrapes, and bruises
As a result of your pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to damages for:
- Past, current, and future medical costs
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Disability
- Loss of capacity for enjoyment of life
- Out of pocket expenses
- Aggravation of existing condition (worsening of an injury you already have)
- Activation of latent condition (bringing to life an affliction you were unaware of)
Contact Us
Call the Simpson-Cannon Law Firm at 561-721-6255 if you are involved in a pedestrian accident. We have the expertise and knowledge to handle your case. We put our clients first through dedicated and passionate representation.
Why Choose the Simpson-Cannon Law Firm?
Cynthia Simpson-Cannon has more than 20 years experience as a trial attorney and focuses in the areas of personal injury including pedestrian accidents, car accidents, and wrongful death cases.