by jason ryser | Apr 30, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
When it comes to pedestrian accidents, you may assume the driver is at fault; however, this assertion isn’t always correct. Many people believe the adage, “pedestrians always have the right of way” without realizing pedestrians can be as negligent as a driver. Learn...
by jason ryser | Feb 20, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
When you’re taking a relaxing stroll, you may not be worried about the risks distracted, speeding, or negligent drivers pose. As someone who’s on the road, either as a driver or pedestrian, it’s your duty to follow road rules and to yield the right-of-way at...
by jason ryser | Feb 3, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
Getting behind the wheel and driving a vehicle is a great responsibility. It requires full attention and focus on avoiding hitting other vehicles, property, and pedestrians. According to the Utah Injury Prevention Agency, more than 800 Utahns are involved in an...
by jason ryser | Jan 25, 2020 | Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
When we hear of car accidents involving pedestrians, we usually assume it’s the driver’s fault because of how big and powerful vehicles are. However, pedestrians can also be held liable for accidents, especially if they were jaywalking. Discover more about the...
by jason ryser | Jun 3, 2014 | blog, Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
A recent accident with a TRAX train has prompted the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) to take a closer look at pedestrian safety and at what threats non-motorists face on the state’s roadways and how they can stay safe. This June, teenager Shariah Casper was killed...
by jason ryser | Jul 14, 2013 | blog, Pedestrian Accidents, Pedestrian Injury
Salt Lake City officials plan on installing a traffic light at one particularly dangerous intersection in the city. According to ABC 4, residents in the neighborhood surrounding the intersection have complained to officials about the dangers posed to pedestrians...
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