Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2009, pedestrian fatalities accounted for 11 percent of all traffic accident deaths, and fatal bicycle accidents accounted for 2 percent of these deaths. Tens of thousands more pedestrians and cyclists were seriously injured. If you or a loved one was hit by a car while riding a bike or walking on the street or sidewalk, you should speak with an attorney to find out if you have a legal claim against the driver who hit you.

To schedule a free and private discussion of your case, contact Lombardi & Perry, LLP today. We are dedicated to building personalized relationships with each of our clients in order to best serve their needs and help them get the compensation they deserve. Our ultimate goal is to help our clients get through the legal process efficiently and favorably so they can move on with their lives.

Causes of Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents

Accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists are typically caused by:

  • Driver inexperience, intoxication, distraction or fatigue
  • Failure to obey traffic laws, including crosswalk and intersection laws
  • Reckless driving
  • Vehicle or bicycle equipment failure

Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Statistics

NHTSA reports that:

  • Following vehicle occupant deaths, pedestrians are the second largest group of individuals to be killed in motor vehicle accidents
  • A pedestrian is killed in a traffic accident every 1.85 hours
  • A pedestrian is injured every 8 minutes in a traffic-related accident
  • Each year, approximately 5,000 pedestrians die and an additional 64,000 are injured in traffic accidents
  • In 2009, more than 700 Americans died and another 52,000 were injured in bicycle accidents
  • Both bike and pedestrian accidents are more likely to occur in urban areas due to higher traffic volumes and increased pedestrian/cyclist activity
  • Bicycle accidents are most likely to occur in areas that are not intersections (64 percent) in the early evening, between 5pm and 9 pm (28 percent)

If you were hit by a car while walking or riding your bike, you should not let your injuries go without recourse. To find out if you have a legitimate personal injury claim, contact Lombardi & Perry, LLP today. We will evaluate the details of your case free of charge and will give you a honest assessment of your case.