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Crosswalk Law: ๐Ÿšถ Strong Protection
Filing Deadline: 6 years
Fatality Rate: 1.5 per 100k
6 years
Statute of Limitations
20+
Annual Fatalities
1.5 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Maine Crosswalk Laws

๐Ÿšถ Strong Pedestrian Protections

Maine has strong crosswalk laws. Drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Heavy fines for violations.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians have strong right-of-way protections in crosswalks.

Maine Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 6 years

In Maine, you have 6 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (50%)

Maine uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 50% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Maine requires minimum coverage of $50,000/$100,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Maine

Portland Congress Street
Lewiston downtown
Route 1 corridor

What Makes Maine Unique

  • Longest statute of limitations (6 years)
  • Strong pedestrian crosswalk laws
  • Dark winters increase risks

Cities We Serve in Maine

Portland
ME
Lewiston
ME
Bangor
ME
Augusta
ME

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