Accidents
involving pedestrians crossing the streets can happen. Both parties
can be negligent in these cases. The drivers might not be exercising
enough caution when driving past crosswalks and pedestrians might not
be aware of their surroundings when crossing.
Although
drivers must yield to pedestrians, it is still important for
pedestrians to follow safety rules in crossing in order to avoid
accidents:
1.
When walking down a pedestrian lane, face the side of the
traffic.
That
way, you can see whether there is oncoming traffic or inspect if a
car is heading your way in a faster speed. This makes it easier to
gauge if you can make it to the other side safely. Look both ways as
well before crossing to make sure you won’t get stuck in the middle
of the road as the other side still has a lot of oncoming vehicles.
2.
Only walk when there are no vehicles or when the vehicles have
yielded.
It
may require communication between you and the driver. Once the driver
has come to full stop or has yielded, that is the time you can cross
the road. You can also communicate using gestures to let the driver
know of your intention.
3.
Watch out for bikers.
Motorists
may have yielded to you, but bikers might not. It might be difficult
to see bikers, especially at night, so be hyperaware of your
surroundings.
If
you are a pedestrian who was hit by a driver, know that you can get
help. An Injury
Lawyer
in Coquitlam
can help you in processing and negotiating your claim. An injury
lawyer in Coquitlam from Learn Zenk Barristers & Solicitors can
make sure you get the compensation that you deserve.
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