late into this discussion but what the hey. Like peoples have said, when a ped sets foot on the road they have the right of way. However, I remember from my driving lessons there's a rule that even if you have the right of way you shouldn't be causing any other 'road user' to slow down, stop or swerve.
whatamidoing: I hope the police believed you and the tourist doesn't try to claim or anything. Good thing you didn't get more badly hurt.
late into this discussion but what the hey. Like peoples have said, when a ped sets foot on the road they have the right of way. However, I remember from my driving lessons there's a rule that even if you have the right of way you shouldn't be causing any other 'road user' to slow down, stop or swerve.
whatamidoing: I hope the police believed you and the tourist doesn't try to claim or anything. Good thing you didn't get more badly hurt.