Red Light Accidents

If another driver hit your vehicle in an intersection because they ran a red light, you have important rights to compensation for your injuries and losses, and you should speak with a Columbus car accident attorney right away. 

Motor vehicle accidents at traffic intersections are, unfortunately, all too common. In many cases, these accidents happen when a car or truck driver is in a hurry to get through a red light – for one reason or another. In any case, victims of red light intersection accidents can suffer painful and debilitating injuries that often require medical treatment.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a red-light intersection accident, it is important that you have experienced legal counsel advocating for you against the insurance company. The knowledgeable personal injury lawyers at The Jones Firm can file a claim or lawsuit on your behalf and pursue the compensation that you deserve for the injuries you suffered in your red-light accident. Please contact us to find out more about how we could help you throughout your car accident case.

Types of Red Light Intersection Accidents

Even when traffic intersections are controlled by traffic signals and other traffic control devices, serious accidents can still happen there. Some intersection accidents happen when a driver is in a hurry and runs a red light, colliding with a vehicle that is traveling in a different direction and has the green light. Intersection car accidents can also occur when a driver is speeding, and rear-ends a vehicle that is preparing to stop at a red light. 

Depending upon various factors, including the force of the collision, victims of red light accidents can suffer serious injuries, including broken bones, soft tissue injuries, cuts and abrasions, spinal cord injuries, and paralysis injuries.

Common Causes of Red Light Accidents at Traffic Intersections

Red light accidents at traffic intersections can happen for a variety of reasons. In addition to violating traffic laws, the at-fault driver may be violating other regulations, such as by traveling in excess of the posted speed limit. At other times, red light accidents happen when the at-fault driver is not paying attention to the road, such as when the driver is distracted by a cell phone, tablet, or another electronic device that is present in the vehicle. 

Finally, red light accidents can happen when the at-fault driver is intoxicated by alcohol or drugs at the time of the collision. In that instance, the intoxicated driver may not even see the red light when approaching the traffic intersection or may not be able to stop in time to avoid colliding with another vehicle. 

Speak to a Columbus Car Accident Lawyer About Your Case Today

Columbus car accidents can lead to high medical expenses, missed work time, extreme inconvenience, pain, and suffering. If you have been injured in a red-light accident where another driver failed to yield the right-of-way to your vehicle, the experienced attorneys at The Jones Firm can help you pursue the damages that you need in order to be made whole. 

To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a Columbus car accident attorney, please contact us online today for more information.