INTERSECTION ACCIDENTS

Nationwide, more than 8,000 crashes per year happen at intersections, according to a six-year study by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. For more than 9,000 people per year, those accidents prove fatal. Here in Texas, almost 700 people are killed in intersction crashes every year. In fact, Texas leads all the states in the number of fatal crashes at intersections with stop signs.

At the Goolsby Law Firm, Carrollton car accident attorney Mike Goolsby knows that any type of auto accident can be an upsetting event. When it’s difficult to deal with arrangements for medical care and to understand the complexities of insurance coverage, our firm can help. As an experienced auto accident and personal injury lawyer, Mike Goolsby knows how to handle insurance companies and how to make sure they don’t pressure you into agreeing to a fast, low settlement offer.

When you’re hurt, the aftermath of a car accident can be a particularly confusing time. There are specific requirements for filing claims if you intend to pursue compensation for your injuries. If you fail to meet those deadlines, you may forfeit your right to seek damages. Dallas Car Accident Lawyer Mike Goolsby knows how serious that consequence can be if your medical condition requires ongoing care. You need the help of an experienced car accident attorney who can explain your rights and the choices you’ll need to make.

Accidents at intersections can happen for a number of reasons. In Dallas and Carrollton, Attorney Goolsby has handled cases involving crashes that occur because drivers fail to stop for red lights or for stop signs. He knows that reckless drivers may speed as they approach an intersection, making it impossible to stop if conditions require it. Excessive speed also can mean more serious injuries in intersection collisions. Other factors can contribute to intersection crashes:

• Poor visibility due to foliage or other obstacles
• Brake failure or other mechanical problems
• Issues with the road surface, including poor maintenance
• Improper use of traffic control methods
• Failure of traffic signals
• Poor road design
• Weather or other environmental conditions
• Driver impairment
• Speeding
• Careless or distracted driving

When you’ve been hurt in a crash that occurs at an intersection or anywhere else, choose the attorney that Texans call on when they need a strong advocate who will stand up to insurance companies and see that careless drivers are brought to justice. Carrollton Car Accident Lawyer Mike Goolsby is ready to defend your rights and to help you recover the compensation you deserve to pay for your medical costs, damaged property, and lost income when you’ve been seriously hurt in a motor vehicle crash. Call the Goolsby Law Firm and ask for your free, confidential consultation with Attorney Mike Goolsby.

The Goolsby Law Firm – Protecting Your Rights
(972) 394-2141