Los Angeles Left Turn Motorcycle Collision

A common cause of motorcycle accidents are left hand turn accidents which generally occur in intersections or across a turn lane.  The main reason for these motorcycle turning accidents result because the other drivers on the road are not aware of motorcycles around them.

Generally, a left turn accident involves a motorcycle and a car or truck.  One common scenario involves a car making a left hand turn after all the cars have passed, but the turning car is directly in the path of the oncoming motorcycle.  These left turn collisions are so tragic because the motorcycle rider is often obeying all of the rules of the road, but because of the negligence of the car driver - the motorcycle rider and his passengers may suffer serious injuries or even death.

Under the California Vehicle Code, a car which makes a left hand turn into oncoming traffic and causes an accident is generally negligent in causing the accident and is responsible for any injuries which directly result from this accident.  Insurance companies will attempt to reduce your compensation by stating you were somehow negligent in causing the left hand turn motorcycle accident.  The responsible car drivers insurance company may attempt to do this by stating that you were driving too quickly or were disobeying some other laws which could have prevented or minimized your injuries.  This is one of the many reasons why you should speak with a Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorney who can protect your legal rights and help you recover compensation for your serious injuries resulting from this motorcycle accident..

Do not hesitate to speak with one of our Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers to discuss the facts of your left hand turn accident.  You may reach our law firm directly at 800-715-4489!