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Drivers, however, also have a duty to use reasonable care while on roads and highways. Pedestrians may not be clearly visible to drivers during poor weather conditions. Also, pedestrians are more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death due to being struck by an automobile. Contact Slappey & Sadd, LLC today at 888-474-9616 if you have suffered injuries during an accident. 

Liability in Pedestrian Accidents 

Pedestrians may suffer injuries under many different circumstances. Drivers operating trucks, scooters, passenger vehicles, and bicycles can all cause accidents involving pedestrians. A driver who strikes a pedestrian may be liable under the same principles relevant to other personal injury cases. 

A city crosswalkPedestrian accidents are unfortunately a common occurrence. Because of this, it’s important to know what to do when it happens. Following the right steps can greatly help your case.

In addition to taking the actions described in this article, you should always contact an Atlanta pedestrian accident lawyer if you’ve been involved in a accident.

Remain Calm and Seek Medical Attention

An illustration of a witch riding on a broomEvery October 31st, children and adults throughout the Atlanta area put on costumes and head out to celebrate Halloween. This spooky and fun holiday often involves trick-or-treating, attending parties, or just heading out on the town to celebrate. 

Unfortunately, Halloween festivities also significantly increase the risk of pedestrian accidents, particularly to children. In fact, according to statistics published by ProtectAmerica, children are twice as likely to be killed in an accident involving a motor vehicle on Halloween than any other night of the year. Thankfully, the Atlanta personal injury lawyers at Slappey & Sadd are standing by to help.

What Makes Halloween Night Dangerous?

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