Information and resources related to Arlington pedestrian accidents

Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Arlington, TX Pedestrian Accident Victims

Arlington and Texas have one of the highest numbers of pedestrian accidents and fatalities in the nation

It was recently reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that Texas has the second highest rate of pedestrian deaths in the nation. Among all states, pedestrian fatalities were highest in California (612), followed by Texas (478) and Florida (476). In 2016 there were 725 pedestrians killed in crashes statewide, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. 

What are some causes of the high number of Arlington pedestrian injuries and fatalities?

Some of the reasons that Arlington is dangerous for pedestrians include:

• The sidewalks are narrow;
• The Fort Worth urban environment is dominated by motor vehicles;
• Street corners are rounded, which enable vehicle to drive more quickly through right turns;
• Intersections tend to be very wide and require longer passage time for pedestrians;
• Poor pedestrian passageways between Dallas neighborhoods.

What is being done to improve pedestrian safety in Arlington?

The Federal Highway Administration has put forth a number of recommendations to improve pedestrian safety in Arlington and across the country. The recommendations include improved and expanded:

Pavement markings

Existing sidewalks

Push buttons and pedestrian signals

Turning islands

School Crossing Guards

Street lighting

Medians

Who is most at risk for injury or death in a Arlington pedestrian collision?

According to Smart Growth America, some of the most vulnerable pedestrians are:

• Children - Fatal pedestrian injury remains a leading cause of death for those 15 years and younger;
• Older adults - While comprising 10.1 percent of Texas’s population, adults aged 65 and older account for 14.3 percent of pedestrian fatalities across the state from 2003-2010.
• People of color - Like older adults, people of color are disproportionately represented among pedestrian fatalities. 

If you have been injured in a pedestrian collision, you will need an experienced Arlington accident attorney to help

No matter how much we improve the infrastructure and roadways around Arlington, pedestrian accidents will continue to happen. When a less serious crash happens, often someone can manage the insurance claim without help. When a serious injury pedestrian accident happens, or when a fatality occurs, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Mullen and Mullen Law Office lawyer.