Hundreds of traffic signals throughout the Austin, TX, area help keep traffic moving safely and efficiently. However, numerous accidents still happen at intersections controlled by traffic lights every year. Austin red and yellow light accident lawyers with McMinn Personal Injury Lawyers know the severe harm these wrecks can cause.
It is a mistake to assume that every instance of a red or yellow traffic signal crash is completely the fault of the driver who failed to obey the light. A complete investigation may reveal that others’ actions, including the City of Austin, also played a role. Knowing this information is crucial to being able to seek full compensation for any injuries you suffered in the crash. Contact us now to get started at (512) 474-0222.
The at-fault Laws in Austin, Texas, mean that you can recover compensation from someone who causes injuries to you through their careless actions. Our Austin personal injury lawyers will assist you in looking into all aspects of your car accident, including whether the light was malfunctioning at the time of your crash.
McMinn Personal Injury Lawyers and our red and yellow light accident attorneys have:
Our firm is committed to helping you recover the damages you are entitled to receive under the law. Do not accept a settlement or attempt to take your case to trial without first consulting with our experienced team of Austin red and yellow light accident attorneys. We will show you what your case is worth and how our knowledge and resources can help you obtain it.
You might already know what a red signal means and what a yellow traffic signal indicates. Also, you might also assume that other motorists must also know what these lights mean. However, not every driver has the same understanding, as evidenced by the number of traffic crashes that occur at intersections or due to one driver failing to yield the right of way.
The rules for red and yellow traffic signals are as follows:
A solid red light indicates that you may not proceed any further, as you no longer have the right of way. You must remain stopped until the light changes to green or until you otherwise have the right of way again. In some cases, such as when making a right turn, you may be able to proceed even with a red light so long as you have first fully stopped and can make a turn safely.
When you see a flashing red light in your path when driving, the light functions in the same way as a stop sign. You can continue, but you must stop your vehicle and wait for any traffic with the right of way to proceed first. Then, when it is safe to do so, you can proceed through the intersection.
Solid yellow lights signal that the traffic light is about to turn red and that motorists should exercise caution and prepare to stop. A yellow light does not mean that drivers should attempt to make it through the intersection before the light turns red. A motorist who fails to slow down might inadvertently run a red light, earning a traffic citation and potentially causing a crash.
Whereas a solid yellow light indicates that you should prepare to stop, a flashing yellow traffic light tells you to proceed cautiously. You do not need to stop, but you should slow down and pay attention to traffic approaching you from other directions.
If you reach an intersection with a flashing yellow light near the same time as another motorist:
You should also pay attention to bicyclists and pedestrians who may be crossing the street and give these individuals the right of way.
If you believe a driver failed to obey a red or yellow traffic light, contact McMinn Personal Injury Lawyers immediately to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. You may be entitled to compensation if the other driver did not follow their traffic light or if the traffic lights were malfunctioning.
Reach out to us today and get started with your injury claim by meeting with an experienced Austin red and yellow light accident lawyer.
