Getting hit by a car while walking is frightening, painful and physically disorienting. In New Orleans, crowded streets, narrow neighborhoods and heavy foot traffic can make pedestrians especially vulnerable. If a driver hit you, none of what follows is your fault....
New Orleans is an eclectic city that has many areas that are pedestrian-friendly and others that aren’t as walkable. For those who are venturing out near the French Market District, Levee District, Arts District or other walkable areas, safety must remain a priority. ...
Pedestrians have to share the road with motor vehicles, which can be quite dangerous. They have nothing protecting their bodies from the force of impact, meaning that crashes between pedestrians and cars often lead to tragic outcomes for the pedestrians involved....
Strolling through the vibrant streets of New Orleans, with its rich history, lively music and tantalizing aromas, is an experience many cherish. However, beneath the city's charm lies an issue that's been a growing concern for locals and tourists alike - pedestrian...
Pick-up trucks today are bigger than they’ve ever been. They’ve increased massively in size over the last 50 years, especially in the last decade. Additionally, some drivers will put lift kits on their trucks, making them even taller than they would be with a stock...
This spring, a group of Louisiana State University students unveiled their work on a crosswalk near the student union. The “creative crosswalk,” as they’re calling it, features a large tiger (in honor of LSU’s mascot) that’s hard to miss. That’s the point – and that’s...
New Orleans is a very walkable city, and plenty of people who live here get where they need to go via their own power on a daily basis. Countless tourists also choose to walk while visiting. Unfortunately, so much foot traffic leads to some traumatic traffic...
Being hit by a car can be one of the most devastating types of accidents anyone can ever experience. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), accidents that involve motorists and pedestrians claim over 6,500 lives each year. If you are...
Walking can help you get from here to there while getting in some exercise. Whether you are walking to enjoy the outdoors or walking as part of running errands, summer is a great time to stretch your legs and get outside. Going for a walk can also be dangerous. When...
Some readers of our New Orleans personal injury blog will undoubtedly recall that three years ago, the city installed bollards as part of the reconstruction of the blocks of Bourbon Street that extend from Canal Street to St. Louis Street. The metal poles were...