Sentences with phrase «if pedestrians»

In fact, drivers may be held liable even if pedestrians are not crossing at a crosswalk or intersection.

Crosswalks are not always safe, as motorists make right turns on red without checking to see if pedestrians are walking across the road.

While it is impossible to know for sure how many injuries could be avoided if pedestrians didn't use their cell phones, the fact is that many injuries would probably not take place.

If pedestrians or other objects are around, the system signals the driver.

If a pedestrian tries to cross the road against the traffic lights he may meet an oncoming vehicle; the driver applies brakes and there is an accident.

If a pedestrian enters the crosswalk after the hand begins to flash or the countdown begins, the driver as no legal liability should an accident occur.

That's the setup for «Total Recall,» an ambitious, if pedestrian, remake of the 1990 Arnold Schwarzenegger film taken from the Philip K. Dick short story «We Can Remember It for You Wholesale.

The gearbox carries the same ratios as other Cayman models and the 3.8 - liter engine is straight out of a 911 Carrera S. I'd love to drive a Cayman GT4 with shorter, closer - ratio gearing and see if the pedestrian - for - a-Porsche engine comes alive.

If the pedestrian is in the path of the vehicle, a second, stronger warning will be given.

The technology also detects if a pedestrian steps out into the road in front of the car.

GM hasn't announced all the models that will get the new technology, but the 2016 Malibu will get the Front Pedestrian Braking that can automatically stop the car if a pedestrian is detected in front of the vehicle.

It also provides unassisted automatic braking at low speeds if a pedestrian or stopped car gets in your path.

So, if a pedestrian suddenly steps into the LS» path, the system will get on the brakes and add steering assist to help juke around the human.

That only comes into play if the brakes alone won't avoid the accident — for example if the pedestrian steps right in front of the car.

A smart camera monitors the front end to make sure you keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead of you or apply brakes if a pedestrian enters your path.

And if these pedestrian like gestures are dance, and are they enough of a performance?

In reality, an electric bike would cause the same damage if a pedestrian were stricken as a traditional bicycle traveling at the same speed.

Although the concerns around what would happen if a pedestrian is stricken by an electric bike rider are valid, they miss an important point.

Nothing about following the speed limit or paying attention, (as they do for pedestrians), nothing about even slowing down if a pedestrian is in the intersection but not in the driver's lane and almost sounding like if there is a pedestrian in the road who does not have right of way, they are fair game.

If a pedestrian crosses a roadway at any point other than in a marked crosswalk or in an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, the pedestrian shall yield the right - of - way to any vehicle approaching on the roadway.

If a pedestrian crosses a roadway at a point where a pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing is provided, the pedestrian shall yield the right - of - way to any vehicle approaching on the roadway.

So, even if the pedestrian's car had nothing to do with the collision, uninsured or under - insured motorist coverage is available to compensate him or her for their losses.

Do not be surprised if a pedestrian runs out into the street and into your path of travel.

Even if a pedestrian is wearing dark clothing in inclement weather, a driver is expected to look for and yield to a pedestrian who is crossing the street.

If a pedestrian crash left you sidelined from work with steep medical bills, it is important that you do everything in your power to give your claim the best chance of success.

If a pedestrian's negligence causes you to suffer an injury, they may be responsible for your costs and harms.

Even if the pedestrian and driver share fault, the injured pedestrian can receive compensation depending on the proportionality of the fault.

Even if a pedestrian is found to be partially at fault for an accident, they may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering, or loss of life through a driver's auto insurance policy.

Motorists are expected to be cautious in all instances, especially if a pedestrian has entered into a crosswalk and the traffic light changes.

In other words, if a pedestrian darts in front of oncoming traffic or jaywalks, then the pedestrian can be held partly liable for an auto accident that occurs as a result.

If a pedestrian crosses the road at an undesignated crossing area, he or she may be ticketed.

Many jurisdictions are taking measures to prevent and reduce pedestrian collisions, but this comes as little comfort and relief for the injured pedestrians and their families, especially if the pedestrian is killed.

Even if the pedestrian bears some responsibility, the negligence of the driver could be such that the court still awards a financial settlement.

When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right of way, slowing down or stopping if need be so to yield, to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a crosswalk marked in accordance with standards established by the department of highways if the pedestrian is on that half of the traveled part of the way on which the vehicle is traveling or if the pedestrian approaches from the opposite half of the traveled part of the way to within 10 feet of that half of the traveled part of the way on which said vehicle is traveling.

Similarly, if a pedestrian attempts to cross a street when it is not safe to do so, walks against a pedestrian traffic signal, or crosses outside of an area designated for pedestrian traffic, the walker may be at fault for a crash.

If the pedestrian is killed in the accident, a claim for wrongful death is made for the family.

If a pedestrian is permanently injured in an accident and can no longer work or do the same job, they may be entitled to economic compensation for the loss of the ability to earn a living.

For example, if a pedestrian is caught between two vehicles, both of which are insured by their owners, both of those insurance companies will have to pay.

But these damages may be reduced if the pedestrian was negligent as well, like if he or she was distracted, wearing headphones, or jaywalking.

If a pedestrian accident has left you injured or claimed the life of your loved one, you have first - hand knowledge of the devastation these incidents can cause.

If a pedestrian is injured by a motor vehicle in California, the pedestrian has legal rights to seek compensation for their injuries.

Even if a pedestrian has some fault for failing to follow the law when entering a highway or street, they still may be able to bring a claim for damages.

If the pedestrian or his or her family doesn't have any insurance, he or she will still be covered by the insurance policy of the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident or the state's Assigned Claims Facility.

Studies show that if a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle traveling 20 MPH they have a 90 % chance of surviving the accident.

For example, if a pedestrian becomes frightened of a barking or snapping dog and trips, falls, and breaks an ankle in an attempt to get away, the pedestrian may be entitled to recover compensation by proving the dog's actions caused the injury.

Speeding — Traveling too fast sometimes diminishes visibility and capacity to take immediate evasive action if a pedestrian is in the way.

If a pedestrian engages in any of the following behaviors, they may not be able to receive compensation for their injuries:

Even if the pedestrian is partially responsible for the accident, they may still be able to receive partial compensation for their injuries.

This type of behavior can be very confusing to a driver in Rhode Island, Barrington, Bristol and Warren, especially if the pedestrian appears unexpectedly.

This is true even if the pedestrian is partially responsible for his or her own injuries.