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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports every year over 60,000 pedestrians are injured and 4,000 are tragically killed in the United States.

“Pedestrians are at risk of being struck by a vehicle every time they walk in Southwest Florida,” says Fort Myers Pedestrian Accident Attorney Randall Spivey of Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.

The National Institute of Health (NIH) says the most vulnerable pedestrians are children, the elderly, and those of lower socioeconomic status.

There are many variables in pedestrian accidents. The injuries pedestrians sustain depend on the size and design of the vehicle, the vehicle’s speed, the pedestrian’s height, weight, and center of gravity, and the angle of impact between the vehicle and the pedestrian.

The most common Florida pedestrian injuries are to the lower extremities, head, face, neck and upper extremities, according to the NIH.

Lower Extremities: Half of all pedestrian injuries involve the lower extremities because the first impact happens when the pedestrian’s lower leg comes in contact with the vehicle’s front bumper. Lower extremities can sustain fractures, lacerations, muscle damage, broken bones, and ligament damage.  These injuries may require surgery, followed by ongoing physical therapy and other treatments.

Head, Face & Neck: When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle, the second impact is often a strike to the vehicle's hood or windshield. Approximately 40 percent of pedestrian injuries are those to the head, face, and neck that can result in skull fractures, lacerations, concussions, neck injuries, vertebrae damage, shoulder injuries, and jaw fractures. These injuries can be life-threatening or life-altering. 

Upper Extremities: Upper extremities can be injured if a pedestrian hits a vehicle's hood or is thrown over a vehicle. These accidents can cause muscle injuries or broken bones in the hands, wrists, and/or arms. If the pedestrian suffers chest or abdomen injuries, internal organs may be compromised. 

“It is important that injured pedestrians seek medical attention immediately so that physicians can access the damage and treat the injuries before they become worse. After seeking medical attention, please contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. We represent people and their families who were injured or tragically killed in all types of pedestrian accidents. These accidents include being struck by cars when walking down the street, struck in parking lots and/or crosswalks, struck by drivers pulling out of driveways or side streets, and distracted or intoxicated drivers. There are no costs or legal fees until we receive a monetary recovery for you, and we are always available to assist you, 24/7,” said Attorney Spivey.

Fort Myers Pedestrian Accident Lawyer  Randall L. Spivey is a Board Certified Trial Attorney – the highest recognition for competence bestowed by the Florida Bar and a distinction earned by just one percent (1%) of Florida attorneys.  He has handled over 2,000 personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout Florida.  For a free and confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights, contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., in Lee County at 239.337.7483 or toll-free at 1.888.477.4839, or by email to Randall@SpiveyLaw.com.  Visit SpiveyLaw.com for more information.  You can contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. in Charlotte County at 941.764.7748 and in Collier County at 239.793.7748.