Back-to-school season should be a time of routine and safety. Instead, it often brings an increase in pedestrian accidents. School buses return to the streets, neighborhoods fill with children walking to and from class, and intersections near schools get congested. Sadly, this makes September one of the most dangerous months for pedestrians in Pennsylvania.
At Benjamin Levine Law, LLC, we help families in Butler County and Cranberry Township after devastating crosswalk accidents. If you or a loved one has been hit by a car, you deserve answers and the compensation you need to move forward.
As the days get shorter and the school year begins, pedestrian crashes rise. Many of these tragedies happen in the early evening, when drivers are rushing home from work and visibility is poor.
In 2023, Pennsylvania recorded 110,382 reportable traffic crashes, leading to 1,209 fatalities and over 66,563 injuries statewide.¹ Nationally, 7,314 pedestrians were killed in 2023, while another 68,244 suffered injuries.² These numbers aren’t just statistics, they represent parents walking their kids to school, teenagers crossing after sports practice, and workers heading home.
Drivers in Pennsylvania are legally required to:
Despite clear laws, many crashes involve distracted driving, speeding, or failure to yield. If a driver ignores the rules and you’re injured, you may have a valid claim for medical costs, lost wages, and the long-term impact on your life.
Pedestrian accidents are most common in:
These are the very places families should feel safest, one driver’s carelessness changes everything.
Pennsylvania law generally allows two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. But waiting is risky. Evidence like video footage, witness memory, and police records can fade quickly. Acting early can make all the difference in your case.
At Benjamin Levine Law, LLC, we don’t just handle cases, we help people. If your child was struck in a school crosswalk, or if you were injured while walking to lunch in downtown Butler, we will stand with you. Our team knows how to investigate pedestrian crashes, build strong claims, and fight for fair results.
If you or your child were hit by a car, you don’t have to go through the aftermath alone. Contact Benjamin Levine Law, LLC today for a free case evaluation. We proudly serve Butler County, Cranberry Township, and surrounding communities.
