Drivers making erratic lane changes in Mississippi can cause car accidents resulting in property damages, catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. When a driver changes lanes on the roadway, it is his duty to ensure that the other lane is clear and safe. Turning on the turn signal in a vehicle is the first step in making a lane change. A driver should also double check for traffic by not only using their mirrors but by glancing around over his or her shoulder.
There are a few other steps that drivers can take when making a lane change:
- Taking only one lane at a time is safer than skirting across two or three at a time.
- Changing lanes only where it is legal, usually where the lines are dashed, will help to avoid car accidents.
- Making sure that you are not cutting off another driver and leaving him or her enough room.
- Changing lanes where there is straight road and no changing traffic patterns occurring will help prevent auto accidents.
These all seem like simple rules to follow, but it is surprising how many drivers ignore these basic guideline on a regular basis. These accidents are often considered minor in nature compared to some other vehicle to vehicle collisions, but the injuries that a person may suffer might not be so minor. Some of these Mississippi motor vehicle accidents also result in run off the road accidents, rollover accidents and other serious auto collisions that may cause catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, fractures or broken bones, internal organ injuries or even wrongful death.
Insurance companies want to see medical reports documenting injuries when a person makes a claim against the insurance provider’s insured for negligent driving. The insurance company will want to settle quickly for far less than the value of the claim. Medical records should include diagnostic scans including CT Scan, MRI and X-Rays. Even if you feel that your injuries are minor, it is critical to obtain immediate medical care because sometimes serious conditions are not immediately obvious.
Settling with the insurance company quickly is never the best approach. If you have any injuries at all, no matter how slight they may seem, it is in your best interest to talk with an experienced Mississippi personal injury attorney. The insurance company wants to settle the case before you have determined the seriousness of your injuries and legal advice revealing the actual value of your Mississippi auto accident claim. They can talk with you about your case and decide whether the other driver was in fact negligent by making an unsafe lane change.
If you are involved in a serious Mississippi car accident with a driver who makes an unsafe lane change, you may seek legal compensation for your injuries. Our experienced Mississippi car accident attorneys can help you seek legal compensation including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other appropriate compensation.
At Barrett Law, PLLC, our Mississippi car accident lawyers have been representing residents in Lexington and throughout Mississippi in serious motor vehicle accidents for over 75 years. We offer a free initial case evaluation so that we can assess your case and advise you of your rights so contact us today at (662) 834-2376.
