What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections for Pedestrians in Washington DC?

Our blog recently discussed a Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report on fatal pedestrian accidents in the US. The report found that pedestrian accidents have increased over the past decade. WTOP recently published an article showing that some intersections in Washington, DC are safer for pedestrians than others. According to the article, some of DC’s most dangerous intersections are typically filled with pedestrians.

WTOP used crash data from the District Department of Transportation to create the article. The most dangerous intersections were ranked by the frequency of pedestrian crashes in 2017. Five of the most dangerous intersections for pedestrians in DC include:

• Ninth & U Streets Northwest
• Connecticut Avenue & N Street Northwest
• First Street & Union Station Plaza Northeast
• 16th Street & Kalorama Road Northwest
• 17th & I streets Northwest

If you regularly walk near these intersections, then it is important to be extra cautious. This is especially true if you have your children with you while crossing one of these streets.

There are ways to reduce your chances of being involved in a pedestrian accident. We covered several methods in last month’s blog. However, you could still be hit by a vehicle even if you take precautionary measures to protect yourself. Like other places in the US, DC has distracted, drunk, and reckless drivers.

Getting Help After a Pedestrian Accident in Washington, DC

Pedestrian accident survivors can suffer traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and broken bones. These are injuries that can result in thousands of dollars of medical bills, time off from work, lost future income, and pain and suffering.

The Washington, DC auto accident lawyers at Regan Zambri Long PLLC have experience with pedestrian accident cases. We could help you determine whether it would be possible to seek compensation after an accident.

About the Author

Patrick M. Regan, Esq.

Patrick Regan is a board certified personal injury lawyer and a founding partner at Regan Zambri Long. His practice is devoted to helping those who suffered catastrophic injuries in car accidents, truck accidents, Metro accidents, and medical malpractice. Over his nearly 40-year career, Patrick has obtained some of the most significant jury verdicts in the history of Washington, DC on behalf of injured victims. Patrick is licensed to practice law in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland. He received his B.A. at Hamilton College and his J.D. at the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America.