As a responsible driver, you are always acting so as to avoid causing a devasting crash. Even so, a momentary lapse in awareness can be all it takes to hit a pedestrian that you do not see coming. The National Safety Council reports the death of almost 8,000...
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Pedestrian and bike accident numbers you should know
Walking and cycling are great for exercise and make for a more cost-effective commute. However, sharing the road with motorists can be risky. No matter how you travel, you should be aware of some key statistics about pedestrian and bicycle accidents in Louisiana....
Pedestrian accident deaths reach a 30-year high
Now that classes are in full swing at Louisiana State University and K-12 schools are shifting back to in-person learning, drivers are going to find more pedestrians in crosswalks and intersections. With more pedestrians on roadways comes the greater risks of...
Car safety is improving, but pedestrian accidents rising
There are now many features that come standard with certain types of cars that are intended to improve driver performance and help reduce accidents. In fact, many of the vehicles that are on Louisiana roads are now safer than ever before. Despite these improvements...
New technology may reduce the chance of pedestrian accidents
When a moving vehicle collides with a person who is outside of the car, the results can be devastating. Pedestrian accidents often result in serious injuries or even fatalities, even when the vehicle is moving at a slow rate of speed at the time. In order to reduce...
Change in headlight regulations could reduce pedestrian accidents
As Louisiana readers know, many traffic collisions and motor vehicles incidents happen at night. Visibility is lower, and the brightness and intensity of a vehicle's headlights can greatly impact how well a driver can see other vehicles and even pedestrians. Potential...
Why are there more pedestrian accidents now?
In Louisiana, people choose to walk from one place to another for many different reasons. It can be faster, cheaper and better for health to walk whenever possible instead of driving. While pedestrians do enjoy certain benefits, there may be certain risks involved as...