Pedestrian Safety in Seattle: A Growing Concern Seattle is renowned for its walkability and vibrant neighborhoods, but it is also a hotspot for pedestrian accidents. Whether you're crossing at a crosswalk or walking along a busy street, being struck by a vehicle can...
Crosswalks are areas where pedestrians can safely cross streets. Crossing outside these crosswalks or against traffic signals is against the law—this is called jaywalking. If a vehicle hits you while you are jaywalking, you might wonder if you're still eligible for...
Walking around Seattle can be both enjoyable and healthy, but knowing your rights to stay safe is crucial. Whether commuting to work, enjoying a stroll or running errands, understanding pedestrian laws can help you avoid accidents and ensure your safety. Pedestrian...
Washington has been aggressive in its attempts to lower the number of pedestrian deaths amid the hope that they could eliminate them entirely. But, after nearly 25 years of safety initiatives and strategies, the numbers have not improved. In fact, the road fatality...
Unlike motorists and passengers, pedestrians do not have anything to shield them from injury as they walk. As a result, many pedestrians are killed when they are struck by a vehicle. According to the Governor Highway Safety Association, more than 7,500 pedestrians...
Most metropolitan areas in Washington, like Seattle or Tacoma, can seem like bustling hives of activity on many days of the week, with pedestrians, bicyclists and motor vehicles all seemingly in a hurry to get from “here to there.” Unfortunately for pedestrians,...
Pedestrians walking along a busy road assume a significant risk of being struck by a motor vehicle and suffering a serious injury or death. They also may be charged with a portion of the responsibility for their fate under Washington’s comparative fault law. The...
Seattle’s roads are filled with a large amount of both vehicles and pedestrians which increases the chance of a serious or deadly accident between the two. Statistics show that accidents involving automobiles and pedestrians are on the rise. According to the Governors...
Auto accidents with injuries and death represent an ongoing problem throughout Washington. While many will point to drivers who are increasingly distracted, reckless or under the influence, there are other factors that need to be considered when deciding how to...
Too many pedestrian accidents in the Seattle area involve hit-and-run drivers. After striking and injuring a pedestrian, a driver may give in to the temptation to take off. The driver may not want to get in trouble. Even if the pedestrian is badly hurt, the vehicle...
