Left Turn Collisions

A potential left hand collision is something that motorcycle riders are always aware and vigilant about. It happens all of the time, a driver pulls out right in the path of another car or motorcycle and that person has to maneuver or slam on the breaks to avoid a crash. Unfortunately for motorcyclists, it’s not as simple as just slamming on the breaks or going around the offending car. Motorcycles need additional time and distance to safely maneuver around a dangerous driver. In many cases, we hear about drivers reportedly not even having seen a motorcycle before pulling out in front of it. Since these cases can often leave motorcycle riders in the hospital and out of work, it’s essential to speak with a skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible after your accident.

Driver Inattention and Misjudgment in Left Turn Collisions

Driver inattention and misjudgment are two main causes of left turn collisions. If driver’s aren’t paying attention, they’re not looking out for motorcycles or other roadway users. Motorcycles are smaller than other passenger occupant vehicles, so drivers need to be paying attention to all roadway users, no matter how big or small their vehicles are. It’s also common to see drivers misjudge the distance between other vehicles and themselves. This is when drivers do see that a motorcycle or other car is coming, but misjudge how far it is or how fast it is coming. When in doubt, drivers need to wait until they are certain a turn is safe to make. Listed below are a few more common causes of left turn collisions.

Common Causes of Left Turn Collisions