California Motorcycle Intersection Accident Attorneys
Intersection Accident
Intersections are some of the most dangerous areas that a motorist ever has to travel through. Not only is it imperative that all safety measures are both taken and in good working order at intersections, such as functioning traffic signals and unobstructed signage, but all motorists who pass through an intersection must adhere to all rules of the road in order to ensure not only their own safety, but the safety of all other motorists. In the event that driving conditions at an intersection are unsafe, the likelihood of an accident occurring is greatly increased, and can result in grave injury. Intersection accidents are especially dangerous, not to mention even deadlier, when motorcycles are involved.
Intersections are marked with traffic signals of some kind, whether it is a stop sign or a traffic light. Stop signs can easily become obstructed by nearby vegetation, significantly hindering the time allowed for decision making and exhibiting safe driving practices. Furthermore, stop signs, or any type of traffic sign for that matter, must be regularly maintained and replaced to help curb the detrimental effects of weather fading, consequently making the signage more difficult to see and read. Traffic signals work on timers, and are monitored by traffic technicians to ensure that vehicular traffic does not become too extensive on surface streets, although sometimes it is inevitable. However, electrical systems can fail, causing confusion and second guessing amongst motorists. In any event, these dangerous road conditions, not the fault of motorists, can play significant factors in leading to and ultimately being responsible for intersection accidents.
Intersection accidents in California are often caused by reckless driving, either intentional or unintentional. Unintentional reckless driving occurs when some other factor, such as dangerous road conditions or adverse weather conditions, affects the driving performance of one motorist and greatly contributes towards that driver causing an intersection accident. Intentional reckless driving involves a wanton disregard for traffic laws and the safety of other motorists, and often takes the form of drunk driving, driving under the influence of drugs, posting speeds greater than the recommended speed limit, and running through both stop signs and red lights. To exasperate matters, many motorists may not practice the proper driving techniques when near a motorcyclist, ultimately choosing to blindly change lanes, not slow down at intersections when motorcyclists are making left hand turns, or vice versa, and generally fail to see motorcyclists altogether. Regardless of the situation, negligence plays a role in these types of intersection accidents.
If you have suffered injury from an intersection accident, or a loved one has become the victim of wrongful death, don’t hesitate to contact the intersection accident lawyers at Van Der Walde & Associates. Our skilled Northern California motorcycle crash attorneys will examine the details surrounding the accident, will hold negligent parties accountable for their actions, and will seek monetary damages on your behalf to help assist with the fees associated with your accident, such as medical bills, the cost of bike replacement or repair, or even funeral costs. Please call us today at 877-862-6288 for a free consultation.
