Failure to Yield Accidents

In Miami, failure to yield collisions are a common type of car accident. When motorists fail to yield right of way, accidents are often result. Right-of-way is intended to help motorist determine who should enter or leave an intersection first and who has the drive through and who has to yield to oncoming traffic. When both motorists try to move at the same time, side impact and head-on collisions can result. Failure to yield accidents can be complex, since few drivers are willing to admit that they have failed to follow basic driver guidelines. In some cases, drivers may not be aware that they have violated a driving rule.

If you have been injured in a serious car accident in Miami that you believe was caused by one driver's failure to yield right of way, work with a local personal injury attorney. A personal injury attorney can investigate your accident, can pursue all liable parties, and can help you understand your rights and options. The Flaxman Law Group legal team, for example, has worked with thousands of car accident and personal injury victims, researching their injuries and aggressively pursuing justice on their behalf. Through their work, they have helped recover more than $25 million on behalf of personal injury victims.

After a car accident in Miami, you may face considerable medical costs, lost income, and other expenses related to your injuries. Since Miami can be a costly city to live, the financial impact of a traffic accident. Unfortunately, in failure to yield accidents, there may be a great deal of confusion after an accident. It may not be clear who the at-fault driver is and in many cases it is hard to prove that a driver failed to yield. In some of these types of car accidents, the wrong Miami driver is blamed for the accident. In other cases, the at-fault driver may deny liability and may contest fault. The situation may be especially complicated in a multiple-car crash or in cases where one of the cars is a commercial vehicle.

After a car accident, your first priority should be to get immediate medical attention for anyone seriously injured on the scene. You will also want to exchange insurance and contact information with other drivers and start securing as much documentation about the accident as much as possible. It is also important not make any statements admitting fault and not to sign any documents until you have spoken with a personal injury attorney in Miami.

In fact, you may wish to seek the advice of a local personal injury lawyer soon after your accident. Even if you do not expect to pursue a legal claim, if you have been injured your claim may be worth more than you realize. Speaking with a local attorney can help you understand your options so that you make the right choice. If your family is dealing with the aftermath of a car accident in Miami, contact the Flaxman Law Group to arrange for a no cost, no obligation consultation.