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- Chicago, It's Time to Issue Jaywalking TicketsChicago jaywalking feels like it's at a high. Is it time to start issuing jaywalking tickets?
- Fatalities High for Headphone-Wearing PedestriansAccording to research by the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, headphone-wearing pedestrians have more to fear than hearing loss -- they could lose their lives.
- Entitled Pedestrians Versus Entitled Motorists in the CItyAn entitled cell phone-using pedestrian and an entitled cell phone-using motorist get into it over whose fault a near would-have-been-fatal collision would have been in the capital of the United States of America.
- Mannequins in Chicago Remind Pedestrians to Be SafeMannequins in Chicago represent dead pedestrians and serve as an important reminder.
- See the World's Longest Pedestrian Bridge in ArkansasThe world's longest pedestrian bridge is located in Arkansas.
NYC Smoking Ban: What Constitutes a Pedestrian Plaza & Who's Enforcing the Law?My curiosity is bugging the heck out of me; I've been wondering about this smoking ban since it took effect. What is the law and who's upholding it?- Pedestrian Hit by State Trooper in Southern IllinoisThe Illinois State Police has released more details regarding an incident in which a state trooper hit a pedestrian in Marion.
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help in Pedestrian Injury CasesLos Angeles personal injury lawyer are well equipped in handling pedestrian accident cases which have increased considerably over the years. So, ensure your safety and if such accidents occur then seek for legal assistance to get the compensation.- Pedestrians Feeling the Squeeze of Gas PricesThis article discusses how the rise of gas prices has affected traveling on public transportation and things you can do to avoid delays.
- Pedestrians on the Oregon InterstateWhat should one do when passing a pedestrian on the interstate?
- A Pedestrian AffairJust crossing the street is getting hazardous in both small and big towns across America.
- Pedestrian Accidents: They Happen to the Best of UsPedestrian accidents occur every single day amongst every reach of society. What happens in a pedestrian accident? What do you do? These questions and more can be answered merely by reading this article.
Billings, Montana Bicycle and Pedestrian Trails Continue to ExpandBillings, Montana can boast of some good multi-use trails around the city. Until recently though these trails were largely fragmented and isolated, requiring driving between trails to get some exercise.- Traffic Accident: Hitting a Pedestrian Crossing the Street: Who is at Fault?Pedestrians have the right away in most situations as long as they are obeying the law. What if a car hits a pedestrian, who is walking or running across the street? Who is at fault?
- Planning the Pedestrian Plaza on Myrtle Avenue in Clinton HillWhile not rivaling the sheer volume of pedestrians through Herald Square Pedestrian Mall Plaza, Clinton Hill's Myrtle Avenue Plaza can certainly look every bit as good.
- Traffic Accident: Hitting a Pedestrian Crossing the Street: Who is at Fault?Pedestrians have the right away in most situations as long as they are obeying the law. What if a car hits a pedestrian, who is walking or running across the street? Who is at fault?
New York City Crossing the StreetVisiting New York City with a car? Get hip to all the walkers and make sure you keep yourself in line with traffic laws
Pedestrian dangers in the MissionThere are several intersections in the Mission District that present a danger to pedestrians.- Pedestrian Bridges in St. Louis Are Coming DownIt's nice to have a way to cross a busy highway if you are out walking or jogging, but the bridges can be used as launching pads for deadly missiles.
Walking ManhattanWalkng Manhattan -- a Street-Smart Methodology. A concise, general guide to preserving your life as a pedestrian in Manhattan.
8 Things to Know Before Visiting Florida BeachesFlorida beaches offer visitors the opportunity to slow down and relax, but can also present a variety of dangerous situations. Before planning a vacation it is important to become educated about water safety, fishing, wildlife, and driving laws.- 1391833-Older Pedestrians Face Higher Fatality Rate in CT-MGA recent study revealed that senior citizens in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey are far more likely to lose their lives walking than their more youthful counterparts.
- 4072632-San Francisco Muni Bus Pins Pedestrian-CJBAn accident involving a San Francisco Muni bus highlight potential safety issues associated with public transit.
- 2501966-Being a Pedestrian in New York City is Dangerous-CJBPedestrians account for a large number of NYC traffic fatalities, but the NHTSA hopes to help make walking safer.
- Stop and Yield Laws - 1212956 - ALFPedestrian accidents are a constant issue in the United States, where motor vehicle traffic continues to increase.
- 1343985-Hit and Run Dangers: Pedestrians Beware-BSHit-and-run accident victims aren't always in vehicles. This month, a 49-year-old man in New Haven, Conn., was struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking in a bicycle lane.
Lack of Caution Resulted in Lord Jesus Christ Being Hit by Car in CrosswalkLord Jesus Christ (The man's real name) was hit by a car while crossing the street using a crosswalk. The responsibility of caution should fall to both the driver and pedestrian while using a crosswalk.- 3441897--NV Pedestrian Accidents--MJWLas Vegas, Nev., is the 11th most dangerous metro areas in the United States for pedestrians, with an average of 2.46 annual pedestrian deaths per 100,000 residents.
- 1396774-Cyclists Included in Distracted Driving Bill-JSSA California legislator says extending the hand-held cell phone ban to bicyclists is common sense.
- 1343985-Red-Light Cameras to Curb Pedestrian Injury-BSFrom 2006 to 2008, 107 pedestrians were killed on the roads in Connecticut. In 2008, the number rose to 37 fatalities -- up from 32 the previous year.
Midtown Tucson Hit-And-Run Suspect Hits Pedestrian, Flees in TruckA fatal hit-and-run accident involving a pedestrian in Midtown tonight has police searching for the driver, now wanted for possible vehicular homicide charges.- 4041577--Pedestrian Accidents in PA--MJWThe Philadelphia metro area is home to a higher proportion of pedestrians than most areas in the country. Their safety needs to become a focus of the city planners.
Five Things Not to Do After a Hitting a PedestrianYou took your eyes from the road for just a second. Now you're standing over a pedestrian you've hit with your car. Here are some things NOT to do ...- (MAPQUEST) Most Dangerous Cities for PedestriansSome cities in America are more dangerous than others when it comes to the safety of those on foot. Over 76,000 pedestrians have been killed in the U.S. over the past 15 years.
- Florida's Bad Pedestrians (Not Bad Drivers)A look at why Florida has one of the highest rates of hit and run pedestrian accidents in the nation.
- Pedestrian Deaths in New Jersey on the Rise - 3533615 - MJWPedestrian deaths in New Jersey and across the nation are rising. Steps must be taken to decrease the risk to pedestrians on our nation's streets.
- America's Most Dangerous Cities for PedestriansWalking in L.A.? Well, you'd be safer then if you were in Florida!
- An Unspoken War Among Bikes, Pedestrians and Cars in BostonA battle rages on the streets: an unspoken war between people on bikes, people walking, and people in cars. Being aware of the other people's motivations can't hurt in keeping things moving.
Pedestrian Rage (Senryu)Senryu written while walking home today. Just a little revenge fantasy :)- Cell Phone Use Causes Fatalities for Pedestrians and DriversNew studies showed that using the phone while traveling, whether by vehicle or by foot, can increase the death rate of pedestrians, vehicle drivers and vehicle passengers.
