3 distractions that can lead to a pedestrian accident

 Posted on October 04, 2022 in Pedestrian Accidents

Walking is a wonderful and cost-effective form of exercise. However, it can also be extremely hazardous if you are not mindful of your surroundings. Most often, an accident that involves a pedestrian tends to result in serious (and at times fatal) injuries.

Here are some of the common distractions that can lead to preventable pedestrian accidents.

The phone in your hand

Whether you are a pedestrian or a driver, your phone can be a great source of distraction. Whether you are making a call, texting, checking mail, gaming or checking your social media profile, it's all too easy to get so engrossed in your phone to the extent that you miss something going on around you.

That juicy story

If you are the type that loves chatting with others while driving or walking, you might want to think twice about this while on the road. A driver who is caught up in a conversation with their passengers or a pedestrian who is deep into a conversation while crossing the road might become so engrossed that they either cause an accident or put themselves in harm's way.

One for the road

An intoxicated motorist or pedestrian is a danger to themselves as well as the other road users. Alcohol impairs an individual's decision-making ability, and this can lead to violation of basic traffic laws, thus, resulting in an accident.

Accidents that involve pedestrians and motorists are often tragic. Find out how you can safeguard your rights and interests when pursuing a claim following a pedestrian accident that was not your fault.