Hartford Auto Accident Attorney Urges Pedestrians to Use Caution When Crossing Roads

The auto accident attorneys at Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers are urging pedestrians to be extra cautious when crossing Connecticut roads. Pedestrian and motor vehicle accidents are a serious problem in Connecticut. When cars are involved in a collision with pedestrians, there is a high potential for serious injuries. For more information or to schedule a free, no obligation case evaluation with an attorney at Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, visit their website at http://www.800perkins.com/auto-accidents.html.
 
Connecticut’s most dangerous roads for pedestrians are the Boston Post Road (route 1) and US-5. According to the tri-state transportation campaign, between 2007 and 2009, six pedestrians were killed on Route 1 and five on US-5, with a good number of fatalities taking place where the highways pass through relatively busy urban areas. According to the National Safety Council, 85.7 percent of all non-fatal pedestrian accidents in the United States occur in urban areas and 14.3 percent occur in rural areas. Pedestrians encompass the second largest group of motor vehicle accident deaths, with more than fifty percent of pedestrian accidents in the United States resulting in the death of the pedestrian. Many times, the pedestrian is not at fault and accidents are usually caused by the driver’s negligence.  Although Connecticut has intentions to build safer roads for pedestrians, it is still important to be extra cautious when walking and crossing roads. Following basic safety precautions can decrease the risk of being involved in a pedestrian vehicle accident.

If you or a loved one have been involved in a pedestrian accident, it’s imperative to seek legal recourse to receive compensation for loss of wages and medical bills. The Connecticut Personal Injury Attorneys at Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers are accepting personal injury claims for victims who have been injured in a pedestrian motor vehicle accident.

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Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers is committed to helping all those who have been injured by the actions or negligence of another person or entity.  The personal injury law firm based in Connecticut handles all types of personal injury claims including auto accident injuries, dangerous drug litigation, medical malpractice, product liability claims, premises liability and wrongful death.