The Dangers Of Being A Pedestrian Walking is something that many people in Tampa, Florida enjoy. Tampa has beautiful weather, and many people like to take advantage of the beautiful weather by taking a walk. Others walk for exercise and to clear their minds. When most people go for a walk, they do not think about all of the horrible things that can potentially happen to them. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are common. It is estimated that 8,000 pedestrians in Florida are involved in an accident each year. Most pedestrians who are struck by a car are injured. In fact, it is estimated that 7,500 Florida pedestrians are injured each year. Five hundred pedestrians die each year in Florida. Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents Anybody can get …show more content…
Older people often have physical impairments that make it difficult for them to cross the street. However, older people are less likely to walk while intoxicated. Studies have shown that socioeconomic status can play a role in pedestrian accidents. People who are economically disadvantaged are more likely to be involved in a pedestrian accident. Researchers believe that a lack of social support is one of the reasons the economically-disadvantaged are more likely to be involved in an accident. Furthermore, fatal pedestrian accidents are more likely to occur in rural areas. Although there are more pedestrian accident in urban areas, rural areas have significant and unique risks. A lack of pedestrian walkways and fewer trauma centers are two of the reasons pedestrians are more likely to be killed in a rural area. Filing An Accident Claim If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, then it is important to note that you may be able to get compensated for your injuries. You can file a claim against the driver's auto insurance company. However, this can be difficult. In many cases, medical records will need to be researched before a person can get compensated. The insurance company wants to know that your injuries were caused by the accident before they award you any