Canton Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Pedestrian Accidents in Canton, Ohio

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) reports that each year nearly 5,000 pedestrians die in motor vehicle-related accidents. In 2017, the statistic reached 5,977. That equates to about one death every 88 minutes.

In Ohio, in 2017, there were a recorded 144 pedestrian accident fatalities, an increase from previous years. About 76% of these were urban, and the leading cause for all pedestrian accidents was alcohol or drug impairment. 54% of Ohio pedestrian accident fatalities occurred when the pedestrian was in the roadway, including waiting to cross and in the midst of crossing both marked and unmarked crosswalks.

In 2019, the Dayton Daily News cited an increase in pedestrian deaths in the region, speculating that everything from electronics, to SUVs, to insufficient sidewalk space, might be contributing factors.

Bustiest Intersections in Canton

The Stark County Area Transportation Study (SCATS) has identified the following intersections as hazardous for the pedestrian crossing:

• 12th Street and Market Avenue N in Canton
• Central Plaza at Tuscarawas Street in Canton
• U.S. Route 62 at Harmont Avenue NE and Lesh Street NE in Canton
• 13th Street NW and Interstate 77 ramps at Mercy Medical Center in Canton
• Cleveland Avenue and Wright Road NW in Lake Township
• Interstate 77 ramp at Belden Village Street and Whipple Avenue NW in Jackson Township
• 30th Street and Harrisburg Road NE in Plain Township
• Clarendon Avenue and Navarre Road SW in Canton

Whether you or a loved one were walking in Market Heights, Ridgewood, or the Whittier Park section of Canton, a pedestrian accident can happen anywhere.

Main Causes of Canton Pedestrian Accidents

According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, the top factors in pedestrian accidents are:

• Improper lane use
• Unmarked crosswalks
• Left-hand turns
• Using Electronics,
• Quiet cars, such as hybrid vehicles
• Drastic drops in the speed limit
• Dark clothes and nighttime settings
• Impaired Driving
• Arterial roads
• Poorly marked construction zones

While motor vehicle fatalities overall have decreased in the past several years, pedestrian deaths have not. This confirms the idea that even when automobile technology improves, pedestrians are still at risk.

It’s also important to note that sometimes the pedestrian can be considered at-fault or shared-fault. Scenarios where a pedestrian might not expect to receive full compensation are if they were breaking road or traffic laws at the time of the accident, trespassing, or committing dangerous or provoking accidents. These scenarios include:

• Jaywalking, such as crossing in the middle of the street or outside of a crosswalk
• Crossing against the traffic signal
• Entering a street or highway while intoxicated
• Walking along highways, bridges, or causeways where pedestrian access is explicitly prohibited

Sometimes, a pedestrian may be committing one of the above actions while the driver is also committing illegal maneuvers, like driving intoxicated.

What Can Injured Pedestrians Recover?

Our priority will be obtaining you the fair compensation you deserve. A personal injury claim after for an injured pedestrian can help you recover your:

• Medical expenses
• Loss of income
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Disfigurement
• Physical limitations

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The Legal Team at KNR Will:

The skilled legal team at Kisling, Nestico & Redick can help you recover from a pedestrian accident caused by a negligent motorist. By hiring our Canton lawyers, you’ll have someone to:

• Perform an in-depth investigation into the accident
• Strive to preserve evidence under other parties’ control
• Gather evidence
• Analyze evidence to determine fault and liability
• Contact witnesses and obtain their out-of-court statements
• Hire expert witnesses, when necessary
• Handle all communications with the insurance company
• Prepare you to provide a formal statement to the insurer
• File a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf
• Follow all court rules and the statute of limitations
• Participate in the discovery process during a lawsuit
• Take part in good faith settlement negotiations with the insurer
• When necessary, represent you at trial