Pedestrian Crossing Collision: Sole Liability of Rear Driver

A driver, having ceded the right of way to a pedestrian crossing the street on a pedestrian crossing, was subsequently struck by another vehicle that failed to yield, leading to a claim for damages against the second driver. The court rejected the appeal, affirming that the first driver, having lawfully stopped to allow the pedestrian to pass, was not at fault for the accident, as the collision resulted solely from the second driver's failure to observe traffic regulations and maintain a safe distance, thereby establishing the sole liability of the second driver for the resulting damages.