LAS VEGAS INTERSECTION ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Common Causes

Intersections have proven to be one of the most dangerous places for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that as many as 40 percent of all car accidents take place in intersections. Although traffic signals and regulations have been instrumental in reducing the number of these types of accidents, intersection collisions are still far too common. This is especially true in Las Vegas, where some of the largest intersections in the state are located. Fortunately, those who are injured in these types of collisions may have legal recourse, so if you were involved in an intersection-related collision, you should speak with an experienced Las Vegas car accident lawyer about your own case as soon as possible.

At Naqvi Injury Law, we are proud to represent accident victims in Las Vegas and the surrounding areas. We have a perfect record in the courtroom, and we have been awarded the title of Best of Las Vegas in the personal injury attorney category. Our dedication to serving Las Vegas victims can also be seen through our 10.0 rating on AVVO, as well as our choice to construct an actual courtroom in our building to fine-tune our litigation skills in order to serve our clients. Contact us today to get the results you deserve.

Like all car accidents, intersection collisions can have a number of different causes. However, these types of accidents are unique, in that they almost always involve the negligence of at least one driver. Some of the most common causes of intersection accidents include:

• Traveling at unsafe speeds, which includes briefly speeding up to beat a red light;
• Falling asleep at the wheel;
• Driving while intoxicated, which can severely inhibit a person’s decision-making ability, reduce reaction times, and impair motor functioning;
• Distracted driving, which can include using cell phones, adjusting in-vehicle technologies, or not paying attention to the road;
• Vehicle defects, such as defective brakes or faulty tires, which can keep a motorist from being able to stop in time to avoid a collision with another driver, cyclist, or pedestrian; and
• Poor intersection design, which limits a motorist’s visibility or results in poorly designated lane markers.

Almost all of these factors can cause a driver to violate the state’s traffic laws, which require all drivers to stop at red lights. Motorists are only permitted to turn right on a red light after they come to a full stop unless traffic signs indicate otherwise. Even in these cases, drivers must yield to pedestrians and all other moving traffic before making a turn. Failing to do so can have devastating consequences, especially for pedestrians and cyclists who are relatively unprotected from impact.