Millions of people have injuries that arise from accidents at intersections. Changes in cities and states tend to confuse many pedestrians, especially at intersections. It is essential to equip yourself with the necessary knowledge as a pedestrian. Here are some tips for walking at intersections:

1) Look before you cross
At all times, please keep your eyes peeled for other motorists who may not see you crossing the street or turning without giving you enough time to make it across safely. Be aware of any approaching turns that haven’t been made yet – drivers sometimes fail to yield when turning left or right onto another thoroughfare. Ensure you look in both directions before you cross an intersection, no matter how safe it seems to be.
2) Avoid distractions
While this point should probably apply at all times when you’re about to walk across a street, it especially applies while you’re crossing at intersections. Don’t use your cell phone or other electronic devices while crossing the road – it’s unsafe for several reasons. Firstly, if you get hit by another car while distracted by your device, the driver will likely assume that you didn’t see them coming because of your distraction, not because they failed to yield. Secondly, if you get hit by a driver who wasn’t looking where they were going, they may assume that YOU saw them failing to yield and still decided to cross in front of them anyway. Not only is this unsafe, but it’s illegal … Read More