Tag Archives: Miami Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Florida Rated Second Worst State In The Country For Pedestrian Deaths
According to a recent study, Florida was ranked the second worst state in the U.S. for pedestrian deaths. While many blame the problem on distracted drivers and pedestrians, Florida cities lack proper bike lanes, crosswalks, crosswalk lights, and even sidewalks. This has resulted in an unprecedented number of personal injury lawsuits brought by pedestrians… Read More »
Personal Injury Attorney Fatally Injures Pedestrian
In one sad example of tragedy meeting irony, a Florida personal injury attorney was arrested on charges of fatally hitting a woman while driving under the influence. Not only is the attorney being charged with a litany of criminal offenses including DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide, but he also now faces civil charges, likely… Read More »
Two Pedestrians Hit And Injured In Davie
Two teenage pedestrians were reportedly hit and seriously injured while crossing the street near Western High School in Davie, Florida. The collision took place around the 1200 block of Southwest 136th Avenue. Reports indicate that the driver of a Dodge Neon hit two female pedestrians, who may have been students at a nearby high… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Miami Beach Road
When a pedestrian is hit by a motorist, the ramifications are usually severe. For example, a pedestrian who was crossing near Alton Road and Sixth Street in Miami Beach died after being struck by a car, according to NBC Miami. The pedestrian died at the scene. Take Legal Action to Hold the Negligent Motorist… Read More »
College Student Hit and Killed Near Florida International University
A freshman at Florida International University freshman died when she was hit by a car as she crossed a street near the school’s main campus, according to the Miami Herald. The young woman was crossing Southwest Eighth Street at 109th Avenue when she was hit by a vehicle. The accident remains under investigation, as… Read More »
Fort Lauderdale Pedestrian Loses Life
A pedestrian was killed in an accident in Fort Lauderdale the other night that started out as a hit and run. The driver initially fled the accident scene but then apparently changed their mind and returned. The accident is under investigation and the driver is cooperating, but for the pedestrian, it does not change… Read More »
Types of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are those that occur between a car and a pedestrian. These types of accidents can happen while pedestrians are walking, running or standing on the sidewall. There are many different type of pedestrian accident with different health and legal consequences for the driver and the pedestrian. The following includes a list of… Read More »