Many believe that there is more chance of being involved in a road traffic accident whilst in a vehicle. However, pedestrians are perhaps at a much greater risk; especially in terms of the severity of injuries sustained; due to their relative lack of protection compared to other road users. We...
Latest figures from the Department for Transport (DFT) have revealed that Lancashire's roads are amongst the most dangerous in the UK for pedestrians. Statistics from the most recent DFT figures - for 2011 - revealed that there were 14 deaths per 100,000 people in Lancashire, Merseyside and...
A recent study by The Times newspaper has reported that cyclist deaths in the UK have reached a five year high. 122 cyclists were killed on Britain's roads in 2012 - 106 of these involving collisions with motor vehicles. Almost half involved a car, and 20% involved a lorry or HGV. Amongst those...
As all drivers are aware, the maximum speed limit in most residential areas is 30mph. However, it is common knowledge that not all roads in a built up area are appropriate for a driver to travel at a 30mph speed. Some may argue that those who drive at a maximum speed of 30mph on roads surrounding...
It is a grim reality that not all drivers involved in Road Traffic Accidents stop at the scene, carry appropriate insurance or come forward to assist the Police in their enquiries. This has once again been thrust into the limelight in East Lancashire, when a female pedestrian was injured in a...