Drivers May Not Be The Only Defendants In A Car Accident Lawsuit


When we go into an intersection as a driver or even as a passenger we assume that we will be safe, given that any controls such as traffic lights, one-way signs, and stop signs, are followed by drivers approaching the intersection. Drivers count on there being a signal , for example, a one-way sign or a no left turn sign, at intersections that allow only one-way traffic from left to right. When an intersection does not have any signs or controls indicating that exclusively one-way traffic is permitted this gives people a false perception of safety.

Take into account for instance what led to a reported vehicle accident lawsuit in which two vehicles crashed as one was going straight and the other was taking a left hand turn. The intersection was positioned close to a neighborhood parish which was having building work carried outin the area. The construction company had taken down