6 Safety Tips to Avoid a Louisville Pedestrian Accident

Everyone should do their part to make roadways safer, and there are several things both drivers and pedestrians can do to avoid an accident. If you, your child or another loved one has been involved in a Louisville pedestrian accident, contact a Louisville accident attorney who can look over your case and discuss your legal options with you.

Thankfully, there has been a 22% drop in pedestrian crash fatalities since 1998, according to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center. This reduction could be attributed to a number of factors, such as fewer people walking or improvements in facilities, safety education and law enforcement.

There are several important safety tips that will help to reduce the chances of a Louisville pedestrian accident further: 

• Drivers should yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing the streets on crosswalks, as required by law. 
• Drivers should also exercise extra caution at intersections when turning where a pedestrian may be in your path.
• Pedestrians need to cross the street on crosswalks whenever possible, always thoroughly looking in all directions before crossing.
• Pedestrians should step to the edge line of any parked vehicle obstructing the view of the street to look around it before crossing.
• When walking at night, it's important to carry a flashlight and wear reflective clothing to improve visibility.
• Walk on the sidewalk when possible, and if you must walk on the road, travel facing traffic. 

If you have any questions regarding pedestrian rights or need help filing an accident claim, contact a Louisville accident attorney with experience in pedestrian accidents. 

Contacting a Louisville Accident Attorney

Follow safety guidelines to help reduce the chances of a Louisville pedestrian accident. A Louisville accident attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your Louisville accident claim. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 1-800-634-8767 or 1-502-210- 8942.