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Left-Turn Car Accident Claims in Ohio

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Turning left may seem simple, but it’s statistically one of the most dangerous moves any driver makes.

More than a quarter of all accidents at intersections involve a left-hand turn, according to the Federal Highway Administration. They’re especially dangerous for motorcyclists.

Taking a left turn requires a driver to be aware of traffic, pedestrians and bicyclists coming from—and going in—all directions. One distraction can be catastrophic.

If you were injured when another driver made a left turn and hit you, and their driving was reckless or negligent, you may be able to claim compensation to secure your financial situation in the face of medical bills, lost work time and other expenses this ordeal has caused you.

Proving another driver acted with negligence while turning left—or hitting you while you were turning—can be difficult. It requires careful examination of the facts, collecting photos and witness statements, and even reconstructing what led to the crash. You may be fighting an insurance company or filing a personal injury lawsuit.

The experienced car accident lawyers at Horenstein, Nicholson & Blumenthal (HNB) have been sifting through evidence and building cases against reckless drivers for more than 40 years.

We know how to hold them accountable while getting you compensation to help you put this painful episode behind you.

If you live in Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland or anywhere in Ohio, give us a call today. Your attorney only gets paid when you get paid. 

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    What Causes Left Turn Accidents?

    Left turns require a full field of vision and careful timing to avoid crashes. There are several scenarios that can lead to bad outcomes.

    • Turning left at a green light—but without a dedicated arrow—there is the risk of oncoming traffic. That’s why this is called an “unprotected” turn.
    • Turning left out of a driveway, drivers have to look for other vehicles coming from the left and right because they must cut across at least two traffic lanes every time. This is one of the most dangerous maneuvers on the road.
    • Turning when a traffic light is yellow or flips to red adds another layer of complexity. If the turning driver anticipates oncoming traffic will stop, a crash may happen.
    • Risking a blind turn happens when another car blocks their line of sight into oncoming traffic or when the crest of a hill makes it hard to see who’s coming.
    • Speeding oncoming vehicles make judging the closing distance difficult. A driver may take all the necessary precautions before turning left, but other drivers’ reckless driving can cause a wreck, too.

    Many factors go into determining whether you have a left-turn car accident claim against a driver or their insurance company.

    HNB left-turn accident lawyers can evaluate your case for free and give you options to pursue the best possible outcome: financial relief for the injury and damage the accident caused and accountability for the driver who caused it.

    Our attorneys have secured more than $500,000,000.00 in awards, benefits and settlements for injured Ohioans.

    To protect your rights after an injury in an accident with a driver improperly turning left, call today for your free case review.

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    How to Prove Left-Turn Collision Liability

    When someone turns left, they must yield to oncoming traffic, bicyclists and pedestrians crossing the intersection.

    Because of those expectations, Ohio law generally assumes the left-turning driver is at fault when an accident happens.

    This can be an advantage for you in Ohio because state law recognizes comparative negligence—meaning that all drivers in an accident may be assigned some percentage of the blame.

    To prove negligence, the facts of the case need to show that the other driver was more than 50 percent at fault for the accident and, therefore, your injuries.

    As with all vehicle accidents, the work to establish negligence begins immediately.

    When it’s safe, you should document the scene as best as possible. Take photos and find witnesses. Get their contact information. Call 911 so medical personnel can address your injuries, and police can create a report that establishes what caused the accident.

    Left turns are essential to getting anywhere, but when they lead to a life-altering accident, a legal professional can help you win the compensation and peace of mind you deserve when it wasn’t your fault.

    Don’t pay for the mistakes or negligence of others. At HNB, we provide Ohioans with the legal assistance they deserve to get through a difficult moment financially strong.

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