Electric vehicles pose a measurable danger to pedestrians because they operate almost silently at low speeds, which prevents walkers from hearing them approach. The combination of those quiet engines and heavy vehicle weight from large battery packs creates significant hazards that increase the likelihood of a car accident and the severity of resulting injuries. Pedestrians […]
On Tuesday night, a pedestrian died after being struck by a car on Highway 138 in Victorville. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the collision occurred near Sheep Creek Road around 8 p.m. when a white Ford Fusion sedan hit the pedestrian while crossing the road. The driver stayed at the scene and […]
Pedestrian safety depends greatly on the rules that govern when and where people on foot have the legal right to cross or occupy a roadway. Right-of-way laws are designed to reduce conflicts between pedestrians and drivers by assigning responsibility in specific traffic situations. Awareness of these regulations helps prevent pedestrian accidents and supports accountability when […]
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a reminder for all of us to be extra vigilant on our streets. Crossing any street carries risks, especially in today’s era of distracted driving. Even though California law provides protections for pedestrians, drivers do not always follow safe practices. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, […]
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian in a deadly hit-and-run on Interstate 15 in Victorville last week. According to the police, CHP officers and San Bernardino County Fire Department personnel responded to a traffic crash near Nisqualli Road at approximately 1:48 a.m. Once on scene, they found […]
