Avoiding Intersection Accidents in Los Angeles

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Intersections are hotspots for different types of traffic accidents in California. Every year, hundreds of accidents involving cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and trucks happen in different intersections in Los Angeles. 

According to studies and statistics, about one-third of all traffic mishaps occur at intersections.
There are certain causes of intersection accidents in Los Angeles. The following are some of these causes:

•    Congested traffic at the intersection
•    Unsafe turns committed by drivers
•    Speeding
•    Impaired driving
•    Distracted driving
•    Beating the red light or stop sign

According to the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, the following intersections are the common hotspots for traffic accidents:

1. Lankershim Boulevard and Victory Boulevard
2. Lincoln Boulevard and Rose Avenue
3. Lincoln Boulevard and Venice Boulevard
4. National Boulevard and Overland Avenue
5. Barham Boulevard and Cahuenga Boulevard East

Los Angeles drivers can avoid getting involved in intersection accidents by following these suggested measures:

•    Make sure that no other vehicle is crossing before crossing or turning to intersections
•    Slow down when approaching an intersection
•    Stop on the red light
•    Do not drive if you are under the influence of alcohol
•    Avoid texting or using handheld electronic devices while driving

Motorists or passengers who get injured in an intersection accident in Los Angeles and who are clearly not at fault may be eligible to claim for personal injury damages. Under the law, traffic accident victims may be entitled to receive any or all of the following types of injury compensations:

•    Medical expenses payment
•    Loss of income payment
•    Loss of future income payment
•    Pain and suffering damages
•    Loss of consortium damages

Claiming for car accident compensations is not easy, which is why it is advisable for accident victims to seek assistance from a Los Angeles auto accident attorney to successfully recover for damages.