In California, thousands of pedestrians are injured or killed every year by other drivers. Pedestrians are vulnerable and completely unprotected from the world around them. Because of this, their injuries tend to be disproportionately more severe, if not catastrophic. If you or a loved one have been injured as a pedestrian, it is important to seek assistance from an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible to ensure your rights are protected. Call Shaaban & Biedgoly today to speak with a Folsom and Orange County pedestrian accident lawyer.
California’s “Right-Of -Way” Laws
California has enacted “right-of-way” laws that protect pedestrians while they are in marked and unmarked crosswalks. This means that all drivers must yield to pedestrians while crossing an intersection, regardless of whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked. This does not allow pedestrians in Folsom and Orange County to walk wherever they want in the street. However, although pedestrians have to obey the traffic laws as well, drivers are still legally required to yield to pedestrians even if the pedestrian is not following the law.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Some causes of pedestrian-related accidents in Folsom and Orange County involve distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding, failure to follow traffic signals/signs, and even hazardous and defective road conditions.
Common Pedestrian Injuries
- Fractures and Broken Bones
- Disfigurement
- Paralysis
- Spine Injuries
- Wrongful Death
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Severe Internal Injuries
- Fatalities / Wrongful Death