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A Boston pedestrian accident fatally injured a man early Wednesday morning near the entrance to the Ted Williams Tunnel.
It is the third serious pedestrian accident to occur in the Boston area in as many days. As we reported on our Boston Car Accident Lawyer Blog, authorities responded to a pair of pedestrian accidents on Monday that killed a man and seriously injured a woman walking her dog.
In Wednesday’s accident, the vehicle was driven by a 42-year-old Orange resident, Mass Live reported. The accident remains under investigation and no citations have been issued.
Police were called to Albany and Herald streets shortly after midnight. The pedestrian was taken to New England Medical Center with serious injuries.
The Boston Globe reported the man, who was in his late 30s, died as a result of his injuries.
The Globe reported that the man may have been crossing against the light and that the car’s speed is not believed to be a factor in the crash.
Seventy-five people were killed and more than 350 were seriously injured in Massachusetts pedestrian accidents in 2008, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Statewide, pedestrian accidents account for about 1 of every 5 traffic fatalities.
The Boston Public Health Commission reports that nearly 2 million pedestrians are in Boston during the workday, despite a residential population of just 600,000.
Boston Pedestrian Facts
-Only about 12 percent of pedestrians obey “Walk” signals.
-One-third of pedestrians jaywalk or disregard crosswalks.
-While 95 percent of drivers yield to pedestrians who have the right-of-way, only about half yield to pedestrians crossing against a light and fewer still yield to jaywalkers.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
-Use the crosswalk.
-Always check for traffic in all directions before entering the street.
-Wait for walk signals.
-Pedestrians have the right-of-way at crosswalks without a traffic signal. But make sure a driver sees you before proceeding.
-Wear bright colored clothing after dusk.
-Watch for cars in driveways and parking spaces.
Safety Tips for Drivers
-Pedestrians have the right-of-way in crosswalks without traffic signals. Failure to yield to a pedestrian is punishable by a $200 fine.
-Always yield to pedestrians when making a turn.
-Give elderly pedestrians and small children a break; allow for extra time to cross the street.
-Always watch for pedestrians when backing up, or exiting a driveway or parking space.
-Yield to school buses. Remain alert for young pedestrians in school zones or near parks.
-Take your time. Reckless driving and speeding account for nearly one-fourth of all Boston car accidents.
If you have been injured in a Boston pedestrian accident or Massachusetts car accident, contact Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers for a free and confidential appointment to discuss your rights. Call 877-617-5333