Running Red Lights
A significant portion of traffic accidents involves drivers or other motorists choosing to act negligently or recklessly on the road. Because motorcyclists do not have any sort of protective enclosure separating them from other vehicles or the road, any collision is likely to result in significant injury. When motorists fail to obey traffic lights they are at risk of causing accidents that adversely affect the welfare of motorcyclists who are riding in accordance with the law.
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident that was caused by another party’s decision to ignore a stoplight, you may be eligible for financial compensation. To learn more about your legal rights and options, contact the Iowa motorcycle accident lawyers of the Pete Leehey Law Firm, P.C., at 877-209-9452 today to schedule a free consultation.
Dangers of Running Red Lights
When motorists choose to run a red light either because they are in a hurry or are distracted and don’t see the light change, they are putting other people in danger. If you have been injured because of another person running a red light, you may be able to get financial compensation to pay for:
- Medical bills
- Rehabilitation
- Medication
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
Red light runners are especially dangerous because motorcyclists may be reliant upon the traffic signal to indicate that it is safe to drive, particularly when their view from an intersection is obstructed by buildings, other vehicles, or the terrain.
Contact Us
Let us help you to hold a negligent driver accountable for the harm that they have caused you by failing to stop at a red light. Contact the Iowa motorcycle accident lawyers of the Pete Leehey Law Firm, P.C., by calling 877-209-9452.