Boulder Auto Accident & Injury Lawyer

Pedestrian Accident Attorney Serving Boulder & Longmont

Many people throughout Boulder & Longmont choose to walk every day, whether it’s for leisure, exercise, or transportation to a nearby place. Drivers of motor vehicles have a duty to be considerate and respectful of pedestrians and to act in ways that do not endanger their safety. Not only must drivers exercise a great amount of caution around pedestrians, but pedestrians themselves must be very careful as well. Some pedestrian accidents occur due to a driver’s recklessness or carelessness, while others happen as the result of the pedestrian’s inattention. Oftentimes, pedestrian accidents happen due to a mixture of both, so it is important to discuss the matter with a Boulder auto accident attorney who can determine precisely which party is to be held liable.

Some common mistakes that pedestrians make that can lead to accident or injury include:

Ignoring Traffic Controls: Pedestrians frequently disobey “walk” or don’t walk” signals indicating the safety of crossing the street at that time.
Jaywalking: Crossing the street at inappropriate or unexpected locations increases the likelihood of an accident.
The Darting Child: Children dart into the street unaware of the danger they place themselves in.
The Parent in Pursuit: Parents sometimes run into the road in pursuit of pets or children, placing themselves in immediate danger of vehicles on the road.
Walking in a Limited Access Highway: Highways are particularly dangerous for people on foot due to the high speeds vehicles travel at.

Drivers of motor vehicles can also make mistakes which can lead to a pedestrian accident, including:

Disregarding Crosswalks
Disregarding Traffic Control Devices
Disregarding a Pedestrian Crossing the Roadway
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol
Passing a Stopped School Bus

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, contact a Boulder Auto Accident Lawyer at The Law Office of Edward Smith today!