Pedestrian

In the United States, 5,220 pedestrians died from traffic related injuries and another 69,000 pedestrians sustained non-fatal injuries. Pedestrian fatalities are the second-leading cause of motor vehicle-related deaths.

On average, one pedestrian in the United States is killed in a traffic crash every 101 minutes. Hit-and-run pedestrian crashes account for 1 out of every 6 pedestrian deaths.

Children 15 years and younger represented 23% of the total population and accounted for 30% of all nonfatal pedestrian injuries, 11% of all pedestrian fatalities, and 18% of non-traffic related fatalities (this includes incidents in drive-ways and other non-public roads). Among children between the ages of 5 and 9 who were killed in traffic crashes, 25% were pedestrians.

Adults 70 years and older comprise 9% of the population and accounted for 18% of all pedestrian fatalities. The death rate for this group, 4.57 per 100,000 people, is the highest of any age group.

If you or a loved one was a pedestrian who has been involved in a collision with a motor vehicle you are entitled to know your rights about making a compensation claim.

Many people feel they may have been at fault for stepping out into the path of a motor car. However these claims are far from straightforward and we would always recommend obtaining a legal opinion.

Find out today whether you can claim - we offer a no win no fee service that means you wont pay a penny to pursue your case.

At the Erie, Pennsylvania, personal injury law firm, Attorney David Hunter offers the expertise and skill to help clients receive the maximum benefits or awards they are entitled to.

Consultations are free. We don't get paid until you do.

Contact an Erie, Pennsylvania, auto accident lawyer, David Hunter,for help with your claim. Our law office is located downtown, within three blocks of both the federal and state courthouses, and provides free parking that is handicap accessible.