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Failure-to-Yield Auto Accident Lawsuits

Posted on behalf of Arnold Law Firm in
yield crashesIf you have been injured by a negligent driver who failed to yield, speak to an attorney. You may be entitled to compensation. When a driver acts recklessly and fails to yield, he or she endangers other people and may cause them harm.

Failure-to-Yield Car Accident Tips

When a failure-to-yield accident happens, it can be a scary experience. You may feel pain, be in shock and wonder what to do next. Here are seven recommendations:
  • Do not argue with the other driver.
  • Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver.
  • Gather witness contact information.
  • Take photos of the damage to your vehicle, the condition of other vehicles, and any visible injuries you or your passengers may have.
  • Have a medical professional evaluate any injuries.
  • Do not speak with the other drivers insurer until you have talked to your lawyer.
  • Give all information to your attorney for review.

Types of Damages

A failure-to-yield car accident may cause injuries and damages. Whether your loss is in the form of medical expenses, lost wages, occupational therapy, vocational rehabilitation, pain and suffering, or disfigurement, you could be entitled for monetary compensation. With the right legal representation provided by a Sacramento car accident lawyer, you may receive justice and compensation.

Schedule a Consultation Today

Timing is imperative when it comes to hiring the best attorney to represent you. Because we want to give undivided attention to each client, we limit the number of clients we represent at the Arnold Law Firm. If you have been injured because of a failure-to-yield accident, and you are in need of legal representation, contact our personal injury attorneys located in Sacramento to schedule a free consultation.

Call (916) 777-7777 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form today.

Settlement - $3,767,000

Truck Accident

A 20-year-old man who had been married for just 12 days left home on his way to work. He was driving on Pleasant Grove Road in Sutter County in the early morning when he came upon a slow-moving truck. As he pulled out to pass the truck, the truck driver turned left in front of him. The young man attempted to steer back into his lane but his vehicle struck an un-flagged piece of metal extending from the back of the truck. He died in the resulting crash.

Expert witnesses brought in by the Arnold Law Firm proved that the truck, owned and operated by a hauling firm, should never have been on the highway that morning. Specifically, the rear and side turn signals did not work and the rear-view mirror was in a poor state of adjustment at the time of the collision. As a result, the driver, who had failed to properly inspect the vehicle before setting out that morning, couldn’t see the young man’s vehicle as it attempted to pass.

The poor condition of the truck, its lack of maintenance and the manner in which it was operated were found to be substantial factors in causing the collision that killed the young man. The testimony also established that the man had been making a lawful pass at the lawful speed limit and acted reasonably when he attempted to avoid the collision.

The man’s 20-year-old widow was awarded $3,767,000.77, his parents were awarded $185,131 and the family was reimbursed $11,899 in funeral expenses. Though money is a poor substitute for a young man’s life, this verdict demonstrates that drivers who endanger the lives of others will be held accountable for their actions.