School is back in session. This means traffic pattern changes – both foot traffic and vehicle traffic. Two highly dangerous times for Alaskan citizens are: 1) August – the month school starts; and 2) May – the month school lets out. Here are some helpful safety tips for you and your family as school begins. WATCH FOR BUSES, PEDESTRIANS, AND BICYCLES As either a driver or a … [Read more...]
Pedestrian Safety and Personal Injury Suits
According to data from the National Safety Council, nearly 6,000 pedestrians die each year in vehicle-related accidents. Additionally, almost 85,000 pedestrians sustain some sort of injury due to the same type of accident. Pedestrians and Personal Injury Suits While many laws exist to protect the rights of pedestrians, drivers routinely ignore these laws for the sake of … [Read more...]
