How to Win a Right Turn Accident Case

Right-turn accident cases can often get complex as a result of visibility issues, intersection design, and misinterpretation of traffic laws. While in cases where only one party is clearly at fault, establishing liability is straightforward, it can get more challenging in other types of accidents with multiple liable parties. It is best to consult with an attorney to determine your best legal options to win a right-turn accident case. In this blog, we will explore essential tips, strategies, and expert advice for winning a right-turn accident case

Florida Right Turn Laws 

The traffic laws in Florida allow you to take a right turn at a red light. However, you are required to bring your vehicle to a complete stop before making the right turn. All road users are required to ensure they follow safe driving practices and yield to pedestrians and other vehicles that have the right of way. Always use the turn signals to indicate that you are making a right turn. The indicator can help alert other road users around you that you are about to turn right. 

When making a right turn, you are required to use the rightmost lane or other lane designated for turning right. If there is an intersection that has a “No Right Turn on Red” then you are not allowed to turn right on such intersections. 

Motorists in Florida are also required to be mindful of bicycle lanes, which also tend to be on the right side of the road. In most cases, bicyclists have the right of way, so drivers need to be careful when making a right turn. 

While right-turn laws do not tend to change often, they can be subject to minor changes over time. In parts of the road that are under construction or maintenance, you should follow the signs and signals on the road. 

Common Causes Of Right Turn Accidents 

Several factors can contribute to right-turn accidents. Driver inattention or negligence is often the primary cause of such accidents. Here are some of the top causes of right-turn accidents in Florida: 

• Distracted driving
• Failure to yield
• Blind Spots 
• Making an illegal right turn 
• Reckless driving 
• Poor visibility 
• Poor road conditions 

Establishing Liability In Right Turn Accidents

Liability can often be shared in right-turn accidents. Florida used to follow a pure negligence system, however, the state now follows a comparative negligence system for auto accident cases.

 According to the comparative negligence system, the injured party cannot recover compensation for the accident if they are more than 50 percent at fault for the accident. This makes the issue of establishing liability in right-turn accidents even more crucial to winning the case. 

Several factors need to be considered to establish liability including traffic laws, right-of-way rules, and the actions of the parties involved in the accident. For example, a driver making the right turn has a duty of care toward other road users, and if this duty of care is breached and causes injuries to others, then the right-turning driver would be held liable for the accident. However, other parties can also share fault. If they do not follow traffic laws, they could be partially at fault for the collision. 

Evidence is Key to Winning the Case 

Winning any type of auto accident case requires evidence, especially cases that are complex. If you get into a right-turn accident, you must gather evidence to support your claim. This evidence could include footage from surveillance cameras, eyewitness testimony, photos or videos of property damage, medical records, and any other types of evidence that can support your claim. Some types of evidence are challenging to access, but with the help of an attorney, you can gather strong evidence for your right-turn accident case. 

How Can an Attorney Help? 

A personal injury attorney can help you in all legal aspects of a right-turn accident case, including establishing liability, gathering evidence, completing legal paperwork, and negotiating with auto insurance companies. If needed, they can also represent you in a court of law. If you like to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney, we welcome you to get in touch with us at 1-800-Injured. Our experienced team can support you throughout the legal process.

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