Pedestrian Accidents at Night
Pedestrian fatalities have increased dramatically over the past decade, and the problem is only getting worse. The biggest risk to pedestrians is when they venture out at night. The problem is even worse in an urban area. The Los Angeles area is the unfortunate perfect storm for pedestrian accidents, especially at night. Los Angelinos like to take advantage of the nightlife options in the area, and they are on the streets after dark. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. So long as they are crossing at intersections and crosswalks, the duty falls on the driver to be careful and avoid hitting them. Drivers Pay Even Less Attention at Night The issue is that drivers do not exercise the proper care. They are even less responsible at night when there…