Pedestrian Accidents

At this time of the year, families in Massachusetts are enjoying the time with their family. Unfortunately, one family is now mourning the loss of their loved one after he was hit by a car while crossing the road. He later died. The driver of the car has since been charged with drugged driving. The accident happened one evening in mid-December. Reports indicate that the 71-year-old victim parked his car across the street from the Christmas tree lot he owned. As he crossed the street, he was allegedly struck by a car driven by a 33-year-old man. Because of the serious nature…

As the holidays approach, many malls and other businesses are likely to see an increase in the number of customers who visit in a given day. As a result, parking lots are often busier as well, including more pedestrians and drivers. While drivers should always remain vigilant, this increase in traffic necessitates that drivers take even more care. Unfortunately, three pedestrians were recently hit by a car in a Massachusetts parking lot. Police say that the victims were struck by a car driven by an elderly woman. One of the victims, a 73-year-old male, was reportedly exiting a hardware store when he…

There is a potential risk whenever a driver gets behind the wheel of a car and uses Massachusetts roadways. However, those who utilize sidewalks should be able to feel some degree of security, especially in regard to the risk of being hit by a car. Unfortunately, a recent hit-and-run accident will likely have many pedestrians questioning just how safe they are. The 68-year-old female victim was reportedly walking on a sidewalk around 1 p.m. Police believe that a car jumped the sidewalk and struck the woman, severely injuring her. The driver of the car allegedly left the scene of the accident.…

Features such as crosswalks are used to protect pedestrians in Massachusetts and across the country. Unfortunately, they can do little to prevent a crosswalk accident when distracted drivers are in the area. Accidents still happen despite the fact that there are often many warnings about crosswalks. Police are working to determine the events leading to a recent fatal accident. The victim, an 86-year-old man, is said to have been crossing the street when the accident happened one morning in late October. Reports indicate that he was struck by a sedan driven by a 21-year-old man as the victim attempted to cross the…

As more attention has turned toward the impact that humans are having on the environment, many people are choosing less damaging modes of transportation. Unfortunately, some of these options -- such as walking -- can place people at risk due to the lack of protective barriers if they are struck by a car. While many areas in Massachusetts take measures to protect pedestrians, such as providing crosswalks, negligent drivers continue to cause accidents that result in injuries. Unfortunately, a woman has recently suffered serious injuries in a crosswalk accident. Police received reports of the accident at approximately 9 a.m. one morning in…

As schools are now back in session and summer activities have ended, most people in Massachusetts are turning their attention to fall activities. For many, this means attending community fall festivals. Unfortunately, the alleged events at one fall festival may have some people questioning their safety. An incident that involved a pedestrian being hit by a car has resulted in criminal charges. The accident is said to have happened in the parking lot of a fall festival. Reports indicated that a car driven by a 46-year-old man struck several cars and a male pedestrian. A police officer working a private…

There are many people in Massachusetts who attend auctions in the hopes that they will receive a good deal. However, one recent auction resulted in chaos after several people in attendance were apparently hit by a car driven by an elderly man. Multiple people were reportedly injured and required treatment at a hospital. Reports indicate that the 78-year-old driver had been hired to drive cars being placed for up for auction that was held one morning in early October. Unfortunately, police claim that he accidentally hit the accelerator instead of the brake pedal, causing him to strike eight people and…

Drivers are expected to know and understand the rules of the road. If they do not, or simply fail to obey them, serious accidents can happen. Unfortunately, people who are running late or become impatient and choose to ignore simple traffic laws can cause serious harm. For example, police in Massachusetts believe a young girl was hit by a car that was attempting to pass a stopped bus. The bus was stopped at a designated bus stop just before 3:30 p.m. one afternoon in mid-September. According to reports, a young girl exited the bus and was attempting to cross the street in…

Many grandparents are known for their dedication to their grandchildren, including their desire to take as active a role in their lives as possible. One man in Massachusetts was known for his extreme dedication to his grandchildren, including taking his wheelchair on a train and bus to be able to spend time with them. Unfortunately, he was recently killed in a crosswalk accident while attempting to return home after his grandson's birthday party. The accident happened in early September. Reports indicate that the 72-year-old man and his wheelchair were struck by vehicle driven by a 45-year-old man. Police say that…

There are times in life when people know they may be at risk for an injury. For example, if participating in a violent sport or driving on a busy roadway during rush hour traffic, most are aware of the potential risk of an accident. However, a person should be able to feel safe while walking on a Massachusetts sidewalk. Unfortunately, one woman suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident that left her in the hospital. Reports indicate that the 75-year-old woman was walking on a sidewalk one morning in early August. A police officer claims that he discovered the woman trapped under a…