Left Turning Motorists - Make the Right Decision to Avoid Accidents
With over hundreds of millions of cars on the roads across the United States, there is bound to be an automobile collision at one point. In fact, there are a recorded 6 million car accidents that occur yearly. However, one of the most common accidents that arises out of this high number occurs when vehicle attempts to make a left turn. It is commonly recognized that a left turn is a dangerous maneuver because the left turning vehicle enters the lane of traffic for other oncoming vehicles or traffic. In fact, some experts have stated that the left turn is the most dangerous maneuver a motorist may execute.
Depending on the state, there may be various regulations, however; normally the turning motorist is required to signal his intent to make a left turn at least before reaching an intersection. In addition to giving the proper signal, the driver is required to make a proper observation that the turn could be made without endangering a passing or oncoming vehicle. Many times large trucks may make wide left turns and are unable to see the driver turning inside of him. If you have been injured in an accident as a result of another driver