Simon Perdue Law Offers Essential Halloween Safety Tips to Prevent Trick-or-Treating Accidents

Personal Injury Firm Shares Crucial Tips for Trick-or-Treaters and Drivers to Prevent Accidents on Halloween Night

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As families across the country prepare for Halloween festivities, Simon Perdue Law is reminding parents, trick-or-treaters, and drivers to take extra precautions on one of the busiest nights of the year for pedestrian activity. With increased foot traffic and distracted drivers, Halloween presents unique safety challenges that can be prevented with awareness and preparation.

"Halloween should be a fun and memorable experience for children and families, but it's also a night when we see a significant increase in pedestrian accidents," said Joel Simon, founding attorney at Simon Perdue Law. "As personal injury attorneys who have represented numerous accident victims, we want to help communities stay safe by sharing practical safety measures that can make all the difference."

Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters and Parents:

Visibility is Critical:

• Add reflective tape to costumes, candy bags, and shoes to increase visibility to drivers
• Carry flashlights or glow sticks to help children see and be seen
• Choose bright-colored costumes or add reflective elements to darker costumes
• Ensure face paint is used instead of masks that can obstruct vision

Plan a Safe Route:

• Stick to well-lit, familiar neighborhoods with sidewalks
• Cross streets at crosswalks and intersections, never between parked cars
• Look both ways multiple times before crossing, even at crosswalks
• Establish a specific route and curfew time with older children who go out without supervision

Supervise Young Children:

• Children under 12 should always be accompanied by an adult
• Walk in groups whenever possible and never allow children to enter homes or vehicles
• Test all battery-operated costume accessories before heading out
• Inspect all candy before allowing children to eat it

Stay Alert:

• Put cell phones away while walking and crossing streets
• Avoid wearing headphones that prevent hearing approaching vehicles
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of vehicles
• Stay on sidewalks and avoid walking in the street whenever possible

Safety Tips for Drivers on Halloween Night:

Slow Down and Stay Alert:

• Reduce speed in residential neighborhoods, especially between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. when trick-or-treating is most active
• Eliminate all distractions, including cell phones, food, and navigation systems
• Watch for children darting between parked cars or crossing mid-block
• Be especially cautious when backing out of driveways

Increase Awareness:

• Turn headlights on early to improve visibility
• Watch for the glow of flashlights or glow sticks that may indicate children nearby
• Slow down at every crosswalk and intersection, even if you have the right of way
• Be prepared to stop suddenly as children may not be paying attention to traffic

Avoid Impairment:

• Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• If attending Halloween parties, arrange for a designated driver or rideshare service
• Report any suspected impaired or reckless drivers to law enforcement

"Many Halloween accidents are entirely preventable with heightened awareness and responsible behavior from both pedestrians and drivers," added Simon. "We encourage everyone to take these precautions seriously. A few extra minutes of preparation and caution can prevent a lifetime of regret."

Simon Perdue Law has built a reputation throughout New Mexico and Texas for aggressively advocating for injury victims and their families. The firm's attorneys bring unique insight to personal injury cases, having previously defended major corporations before dedicating their practice to fighting for those who have been harmed by negligence.

For more information about pedestrian safety or if you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact Simon Perdue Law at (505) 588-5962 or visit www.simonperduelaw.com.

About Simon Perdue Law

Simon Perdue Law  is a personal injury law firm serving victims throughout New Mexico and Texas. The firm specializes in catastrophic injury cases, including truck accidents, oilfield incidents, brain injuries, and wrongful death claims. With a background in corporate defense, the attorneys at Simon Perdue Law understand how insurance companies and large corporations approach personal injury cases and use that knowledge to fight aggressively for maximum compensation for their clients.

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