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Friday’s Program Netted A Total Of 107 Citations, 85 Of Which Were For Dangerous Driving. 17 Pedestrians Were Issued Citations Along With Five Bicyclists. Three Motorists Were Found To Be Driving Without A Valid Driver’s License.
On Friday, May 24th, 2019, officers assigned to the Pasadena Police Department Traffic Section, including motorcycle officers known for escorting floats down Colorado Blvd. during the world-famous Rose Parade, conducted a bicycle and pedestrian safety traffic enforcement campaign throughout the Crown City. Officers were on the lookout for reckless driving behaviors, particularly those that are dangerous to bicyclists, including speeding, red light violations, right-of-way violations, and other violations that can lead to traffic accidents.
The Traffic Section, comprising a Lieutenant, two Sergeants, thirteen motorcycle officers, a Community Service Officer, and an Office Manager, is the primary unit at the Pasadena Police Department responsible for monitoring traffic safety in the city of Pasadena, CA.
The 16 motorcycle officers issue citations and occasional warnings, respond to car accidents, and handle traffic safety programs such as the one conducted on Friday.
What Makes Pedestrian Accidents Different Than Other Types Of Accidents?
Pedestrian accidents are unlike other types of accidents because pedestrians have no protection in the case of an accident. Those who ride in cars are in vehicles that weigh an average of at least 4,000 pounds and have not only seatbelts but also airbags to protect them. Even bicyclists typically have helmets to protect them. Meanwhile, pedestrians are completely defenseless and vulnerable in the event of someone else’s negligence in the circumstances in which most pedestrian accidents occur.
Officers Have Also Been Looking For Bicyclists And Pedestrians Failing To Stick To The Rules Of The Road.
These behaviors can be quite dangerous and contribute to injury collisions each year. Officers conducted enforcement at various locations during the program, which ran from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. ”Many people in Pasadena walk or use a bicycle as a primary means of transportation. As always, a majority of our enforcement efforts today focused on locations suggested to us by community members,” said Traffic Department Lieutenant Mark Goodman. “We appreciate the community’s input to help us focus our efforts on locations where traffic safety is a concern”.
Funding for bicycle safety enforcement is provided with a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The City of Pasadena urges residents to stay connected with them by visiting https://www.cityofpasadena.net.
Contact Our Lawyers In Pasadena For Your Traffic Accident Case
In a collision between a bicycle and a motor vehicle, the vehicle always wins. Bicyclists are what the law calls “vulnerable road users,” or those at the highest risk of injury in an accident. Even with bicycle helmets, bicyclists can sustain serious and life-threatening injuries in collisions with vehicles. Common bike accident injuries include broken bones, road rash, head and brain injuries, crush injuries, and internal organ damage.
If a pedestrian accident or bicycle collision has you overwhelmed and in a position where you are out of work with steep medical bills, it is important to consider seeking legal support from an experienced lawyer in seeking compensation for your losses. The personal injury attorneys at Arash Law can help you navigate the claims process and pursue compensation from the potentially liable parties.
For years, we have been handling cases for injured victims in California, assisting them in navigating the various legal complexities. The experienced Pasadena personal injury attorneys of our law firm are available 24/7 to answer your questions and provide you with legal guidance. We handle different types of cases, and we have lawyers for car accidents, truck collisions, motorcycle crashes, workplace accident claims, and other personal injury cases.
Call us at (888) 488-1391 to arrange a free initial consultation, or use our contact form to reach us online.
