Seniors Account for Over 45% of NYC Pedestrian Fatalities

Why NYC Sidewalks Have Become More Dangerous for Older New Yorkers Key Takeaways: Seniors account for a disproportionate share of NYC pedestrian fatalities due to age-related changes, slower walking speeds, difficulty judging vehicle speeds, and vision limitations that make collisions harder to survive, particularly at dark, poorly lit, mid-block crossings. New York offers several recovery […]