Intersection Accidents

Missouri Intersection Accident Attorneys

It's an often-cited fact that nearly one out of every three traffic accidents occurs at an intersection. Indeed, 40% of all fatal car, truck and bicycle crashes occur at intersections, according to recent data compiled by the Driving Institute of America (DIA).

All this said, however, it's important to recognize that different intersections present different roadway hazards. The most common intersections on America's roads and highways are three-way and four-way intersections. However, you can also find examples of five-way intersections, six-way intersections, and unique/unclassifiable types of intersections.

Most intersections are controlled by either stop signs or traffic signals. However, you can also find so-called "uncontrolled" intersections, in which drivers must look around to determine who has the right of way, as there are no signals given. Traffic circles, also known as "round-abouts," also do not usually have stop signs or traffic signals controlling them. (They may, however, have yield signs to indicate the flow of right of way.)

Even in the familiar terrain of stop-sign-controlled intersections and traffic-signal-controlled intersections, you can find variation. For instance, you can find four-way stop intersections and two-way stop intersections. Signal controlled intersections can themselves vary depending on the time of day, the flow of traffic, the presence or absence of certain hazards, special events in the area, and myriad other factors.

The point is that the accident rates for different types of intersections may in fact diverge significantly from the collective trends observed about intersections in general.

One implication of this idea is that it can be very difficult for individuals on their own to assess all factors that may have contributed to an intersection auto accident. Thus, if you or someone you know was seriously hurt in an intersection accident, you need adept and alert legal guidance as quickly as possible.

Look to the Missouri based firm of Page Law. These Missouri intersection accident lawyers are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Page Law has an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and have a reputation for efficient and sympathetic client service, and an encyclopedic knowledge of personal injury law as it pertains to roadway accidents. Dial for a free consultation -- 1 866-620-5757 -- or peruse our website to discover more resources and ideas.

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