Man Seriously Injured in Glendale Pedestrian Accident
The experienced Glendale car crash attorneys at Breyer Law Offices were shocked to learn that pedestrian fatalities in Arizona reached 155 deaths in 2010, increasing from 122 pedestrian fatalities in 2009.
On October 28 in Glendale, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle around 7 p.m. According to ABC15, the vehicle was travelling eastbound on Bell Road and hit the pedestrian. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
We are sorry to hear about this incident. We send our prayers to the man and hope he reaches a full recovery soon.
Pedestrian Accident Statistics in Arizona
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), pedestrian crashes in Arizona accounted for 1.36% of the total crashes in 2010. These pedestrian crashes reached 1,449 incidents and 155 pedestrian deaths.
Arizona State Pedestrian Laws
According to ARS 28-791, pedestrians are subject to traffic control signals at intersections. At crosswalks, drivers are expected to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. However, pedestrians should yield the right-of-way to all vehicles if they are crossing at areas other than crosswalks. Experienced accident attorneys, Mark and Alexis Breyer can tell you more about pedestrian laws.
Call an Experienced Glendale Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Experienced Glendale pedestrian accident lawyers can help you examine the facts of the accident and determine what is the best course of action to obtain a successful personal injury settlement. Many people think that determining fault and causation of injuries is simple, but they soon find out when they try to obtain a fair settlement what side the insurance is on. The insurance adjuster is not your friend and those who have been seriously injured or family members of a fatal accident victim should consult with an attorney. Not every case needs a lawyer, but a person is in a better position if they speak to an experienced lawyer. An experienced lawyer can find if the at-fault driver was working at the time or if other parties are at fault for the accident. An experienced lawyer can also help show that those who are deemed at fault were not entirely at fault depending on the circumstances of the accident. For help in your case with a free consultation, call Breyer Law Office, P.C. at (623) 455-6603.
