Pedestrian deaths in South Carolina are up 24% from this time last year. So far 101 people have died in pedestrian-car related accidents compared to 81 at this time in 2010.

The South Carolina Highway Patrol says that the top three factors in pedestrian fatalities include drunk pedestrians, people walking with their back to traffic, and pedestrians wearing dark clothing since most accidents occur at night. During the holiday season, officers will have zero tolerance for driver violations that contribute to pedestrian fatalities, such as speeding and drunk driving.

Drivers can help lower pedestrian fatalities by avoiding using their phones in the car, driving slower, and being especially alert when making right turns.

If a moving vehicle struck you while you were lawfully acting as a pedestrian, contact the Charleston pedestrian accident lawyers of the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800 today.

Witnesses say the 66 year-old man involved in a fatal pedestrian accident was wearing all dark clothing on Sunday night when he crossed the street near Highway 17 and Veneer Drive in North Myrtle Beach. No one saw him until he was in front of the car that hit him.

The man was taken to Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, but later died. Law enforcement in North Myrtle Beach say that there have been many pedestrian accidents in the area, many of which have happened late at night. South Carolina Highway Patrol has stated that alcohol does not seem to be a factor in the accident.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim in this tragic accident.

According to Kanawha County Fire Coordinator C.W. Sigman, a three-vehicle accident seriously injured one person Thursday morning.

The accident occurred at the intersection of Corridor G and Sand Plant Road near Alum Creek around 7:30 AM in the northbound lanes.

One car slid over the hill, trapping the passenger inside. The passenger sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital.

A woman was struck and killed in a pedestrian accident after being struck by a tour bus in Orangeburg, S.C. The accident occured at 2:10 a.m. on U.S. Route 301.

The 36-year-old woman was pronounced dead on the scene by emergency crews. The driver of the bus was also from South Carolina and the bus apprears to be owned by Happy Tours LLC. No information was given on whether or not the bus driver suffered any injury. Police noted that the woman was walking on the road in dark attire and had no reflective gear on.

A full investigation into the accident is now underway. South Carolina has the fourth highest pedestrian death rate behind Florida, Delaware and Louisiana.

Pedestrian accidents can happen unexpectedly, our condolences are with the friends and family of the vicitms.