Pedestrian Safety Crisis in Nevada
Nevada ranks fifth in the nation in total pedestrian deaths. In the Las Vegas Valley, on average, one pedestrian was killed in a traffic accident every six days. Between 2003 and 2012, over 47,000 pedestrians died on U.S. roads.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
- Impaired drivers (drugs or alcohol)
- Distracted driving — texting, phone calls, eating
- Speeding and aggressive driving
- Running stop signs or red lights
- Failure to yield at crosswalks
Types of Pedestrian Injuries
Pedestrian accident injuries are often severe or catastrophic:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Broken bones and compound fractures
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Chronic pain syndromes (CRPS/RSD)
- PTSD, anxiety, and depression
- Death
Your Right to Compensation
If a negligent driver strikes you while walking, you have the right to pursue compensation for all medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and diminished quality of life. Insurance companies routinely try to blame pedestrians for accidents — an experienced attorney is essential to protect your claim.
Expert Resources
Attorney Eric Woods works with traffic safety specialists and accident reconstruction experts to investigate pedestrian accidents and prove liability, ensuring the strongest possible case for maximum compensation.
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