Child Pedestrian Accidents Can Be Avoided in Tennessee

A Tennessee pedestrian accident is often devastating just from the simple physics of this type of collision.  Someone who is hit by a car has little protection in the crash and the outcome is often catastrophic, especially if the pedestrian is a child.  Children are often victims of pedestrian accidents because they sometimes make quick decisions without thinking about the consequences.  For example, it is not uncommon to see a child dart into a neighborhood street to retrieve a soccer ball or try to cross the street on their bicycle before a car comes.

Parents should teach their kids about safety around cars, which can reduce the risk of injury or death from a pedestrian crash.  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends that parents teach their children by explanation.  For example, a parent should explain to their child how they themselves cross the street, by looking in both directions for cars and crossing when there is a WALK signal. 

Children should also learn where they should walk.  They should be taught to walk on the sidewalk and if one is not available, to walk facing traffic.  Children should never run when crossing the street and should be looking for oncoming cars at all times.

Preschoolers should be supervised, as young children do not realize the dangers of cars.  Their short stature can also make it hard for larger vehicles to see them.

If your child has been the victim of a pedestrian accident in Tennessee, contact a Nashville injury attorney at Phillip Miller & Associates at 1-800-337-HURT or 1-615-356-2000 for legal advice.