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When a car hits another car, the results can be devastating. Motor vehicles are large, heavy, and fast machines that can create huge and potentially deadly forces. Thus, it is no surprise that when a car hits a pedestrian, the unprotected person hardly stands a chance. Their chance of walking away without serious or life-threatening injuries is slim. This is why drivers must exercise extreme caution when in pedestrian-heavy areas around urban environments, parks, schools, and parking lots.

The consequences of an accident involving a car and a pedestrian are many, and go beyond the obvious injuries the person can suffer. The pedestrian's injuries can cause them to miss work or even lose their job, creating a serious financial strain which is only made worse by the medical bills incurred due to the accident. Their family will also be put under a great deal of stress, particularly if the pedestrian is hospitalized for a long period of time, or in the worst case scenario, killed. The driver of the vehicle can face extreme emotional trauma, as hurting or killing another person can cause serious bouts of guilt and sadness and depression, even if though the accident was unintentional. There is also the threat of legal consequences.

To avoid these consequences all together, drivers should do their absolute best to keep pedestrians safe at all times. Even so, there are some specific situations and maneuvers that can elevate the risk of a pedestrian accident. When a driver is backing up, making left turns, or approaching crosswalks, double checking your mirrors and blind spots is a must. Near bus stops, schools, and parks, there is an increased possibility of a person darting out into the road from behind visual obstructions. Obviously, reckless behaviors such as speeding or weaving in and out of lanes will reduce a driver's ability to see and avoid pedestrians. Avoiding distractions behind the wheel is key for keeping pedestrians safe and staying out of accidents in general.

If a person is hit by a driver who is behaving negligently in some way, there is a good chance a lawsuit can result from the situation. There are a number of charges that might be raised against the driver, though some of the most serious include vehicular manslaughter or homicide. Other times, the victim may just be seeking compensation for medical bills. The details of such legal situations will depend on the specifics of the situation.