The Most Dangerous Intersections in Carson & Long Beach: What to Do If You’re Injured
If you look at the accident statistics for any state, you’ll see that a significant number of collisions occur at intersections. They’re the perfect storm—people have to obey traffic lights, be attentive to traffic in four different directions, and watch for pedestrians and cyclists. When you add in the busy traffic of Southern California, it’s no surprise that we see more than our fair share of intersection accidents. At the Law Offices of Robin D. Perry, we help accident victims fight for fair compensation.
The team at the Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates has extensive experience with Southern California car accident claims. Our team of car accident attorneys is led by Robin D. Perry, Esq., who knows what it takes to hold insurance companies accountable. Call our car accident law firm at 562-216-2944 to set up a consultation now.
Identifying Dangerous Intersections
Both Carson and Long Beach have no shortage of dangerous intersections. In addition to looking at actual accident reports to identify dangerous intersections, it’s important to look at what people are saying. Near-misses aren’t reported, but an intersection that sees a dramatically higher number of near-misses than other intersections is likely a ticking time bomb. Some of the high-risk intersections in Carson include Avalon Boulevard and Victoria Street, which sees a substantial amount of traffic. Similarly, Carson Street and Main Street is an intersection that sees heightened traffic during peak travel hours—and, as a result, more accidents.
In the city of Long Beach, several high-volume intersections pose a risk to travelers. Atlantic Avenue and Willow Street sees heavy traffic throughout the day and a high number of accidents. At the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Cherry Avenue, turning and merging are particularly dangerous activities.
What Causes Intersection Accidents?
When you drive in one of the busiest urban areas in the United States, knowledge is power. Car accident lawyers know that most intersection collisions come down to a handful of errors and misjudgments. To start, distracted driving is a huge source of accidents at intersections. People may approach an intersection while texting or changing the music, which makes them miss the fact that a light has turned red. Then you’re dealing with a T-bone intersection. People may not notice that the light has changed to green, putting them in the path of a driver that is expecting them to start moving. Then you’re struggling with the aftermath of a rear-end accident.
People rushing is a huge issue everywhere, but it’s especially dangerous in Southern California. Here, traffic often makes people late—and when that happens, people make dangerous decisions. They might decide to slip in at the last second of a yellow light or even run a red light, hoping that other drivers are more cautious than them.
Blocked views and smog can also become an issue, particularly during times of poor air quality. When smog obstructs drivers’ view, they often have no choice but to make an educated guess about when it is safe to go. It’s important to be aware of when inclement weather makes the roads dangerous and stay off of the road—nothing is worth risking your life.
Protecting Your Rights and Determining Liability
If you’re injured in an intersection accident in Southern California, it’s crucial to talk to a car accident lawyer as soon as possible. Your car accident attorney will look at the evidence to determine who is liable for the accident and whether or not you have a solid personal injury claim against them. If there’s evidence pointing to the other driver being the at-fault party, you may be able to seek compensation from them and their insurance company. Potential compensation may cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses.
When you meet with a car accident law firm, make sure you provide them with all the evidence you can. A police report from the Carson or Long Beach police is useful, as are copies of medical reports, pictures of the crash scene, and information on your injuries.
Choose the Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates for Your Claim
When you’re ready to pursue compensation and take action, our team of attorneys is ready to advocate for you. Give us a call at 562-216-2944 or send us a message online to get started.
Attorney Robin D. Perry has been part of the Long Beach Community for over 25 years handling business litigation, employment litigation and advising, criminal defense, personal injury and code enforcement defense for businesses.
