Left Turn Motorcycle Accident

The Hurt Report was commissioned by the U.S. Department of Transportation and published in 1981. Authored by Professor Harry Hurt at the University of Southern California, it remains one of the most comprehensive studies of motorcycle accidents. One of its significant findings was that when a motorcycle crash was caused by another vehicle, the most common scenario involved a vehicle turning left into the path of a motorcycle traveling straight. Most of these crashes occurred at intersections. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact experienced New York City personal injury attorneys for the legal guidance you need.

Motorcycles have smaller, lower, and narrower profiles than other vehicles, which can make them more difficult to see in traffic. Drivers who turn left in front of motorcycles and cause crashes often report that they did not see the motorcycle or noticed it only when it was too late to avoid a collision. If this happened to you or a family member, consider speaking with a New York City left-turn accident attorney at Levitsky Law Firm as soon as possible.

The Hurt report tells us that when a motorist turns left in front of a motorcyclist and causes a crash, the motorcyclist only has an average of 2.2 seconds to avoid the collision. The median speed before impact is 29.8 mph, and the median speed at the time of impact is 21.5 mph. Here are some common injuries suffered in left turn accidents involving motor vehicles:

• Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.
• Multiple fractures.
• Facial and dental fractures and lacerations.
• Organ damage.
• Severe road rash with infection.

Do not give a statement to the opposing insurance company before consulting an attorney. Instead, contact a New York City left-turn accident lawyer to arrange a free consultation and case assessment. No legal fees are due unless we obtain a settlement or verdict on your behalf.