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Ohio Left Turn Accident Lawyers
To make a safe left turn, a driver must be aware of the vehicles traveling in the opposite direction as well as any pedestrians and bicycles that are crossing the street. In the event a driver is distracted, makes a misjudgment, or is simply not paying attention, a serious accident can happen.
If you were involved in a left turn accident because of another party’s negligence, reach out to the experienced left turn accident lawyers at Kisling, Nestico & Redick. Call 1-800-HURT-NOW today for a free consultation. We’ll go over what happened and what to expect.
Who’s at Fault for a Left-Hand Turn Accident?
While every car accident case is unique, the driver attempting a left- turn must yield to other vehicles, unless the left-turning vehicle has the right of way. Drivers must wait to make a left turn until there is no oncoming traffic, or the traffic is at a safe enough distance to allow for the left turn.
Since drivers who are turning left are required to yield to oncoming traffic and stop for pedestrians and bicycles, they are almost always at fault in a left turn accident.
Often, in a left turn accident, the driver may have:
- Not seen an oncoming vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian.
- Forgot to activate their left turn signal.
- Misjudged the speed at which other vehicles were traveling.
- Been texting, eating, drinking, fiddling with their radio, or engaging in another form of distracted driving.
- Changed lanes illegally while turning left.
Liability in Left Turn Accidents
There are also times when the driver who was not turning left at the time of the accident. An example would be if the non-turning driver sped through the intersection as another motorist was attempting a legal left-hand turn.
In any case, the driver who acted negligently or ignored traffic laws would be considered liable for the resulting damages and injuries.
Compensation after a Distracted Driving Accident
When you are injured in a left-hand car crash because the other driver was negligent or reckless, you are entitled to pursue compensation for your various financial losses. A lawyer can help you document and recover all your physical, emotional, and economic damages. Through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit, KNR will fight hard for you to recover your:
- Gastos médicos
- Pérdida de ingresos
- Dolor y sufrimiento
- Discapacidad
- Desfiguración
- Angustia mental
- Pérdida de la vida en común
Most car accident cases settle. However, do not expect a quick and easy insurance process. Insurance companies work hard to reduce what they owe by denying their policy holder was in the wrong. While an insurance settlement might be ideal, you may also need to file a lawsuit and present evidence the other driver’s recklessness caused your left-hand accident and injuries.
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