[JoMar]

I can see both sides.....there is a responsibility for those walking behind the cars to be alert. There are blind spots when cars or vans are parked next to you. There are several feet between the driver and the back of his car so being able to see people walking is difficult. Talking on the phone might be part of it but even if the driver is looking he may not see you. My rule is if I am walking and I see brake lights and/or back up lights I stop. As with golf carts, if you get hit by a car it doesn't matter who is at fault, you lose.