Have you ever been in a car accident because another motorist crossed a double yellow line? If so, you are almost certainly you are entitled to reimbursement. However, if you want to ensure that you obtain the maximum amount of compensation that your injuries deserve, you need hire an expert auto accident injury attorney like Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas. Call us now at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.
When can you cross a double yellow line?
There are just a few instances in California where crossing a double yellow line is permissible. The following are examples of these scenarios:
- Turning left at a crosswalk
- Entering or exiting a driveway
- Making use of a designated entry on the left side of a carpool lane
A driver cannot cross a double yellow in any other scenario and must instead stay in their lane. After all, it is the entire idea of the double yellow-lined “no passing zones.”
Accidents caused by illegal lane changes
Unfortunately, drivers who are in a hurry or who are careless make unlawful lane changes over double yellow lines all the time. Because other drivers are not expecting to see a car making such a move, this can easily result in an accident. The following are some examples of frequent scenarios:
- Getting out of the carpool lane early in order to beat the traffic
- Making an unauthorized U-turn
- Passing while ineligible
- Distracted driving causes drifting out of lane
The good news is that if you were hit by a motorist who did one of these unlawful maneuvers, proving culpability for the accident and your injuries will be straightforward. After all, they cannot claim you had anything to do with their merging into your lane and causing an accident.
How to get reimbursement for your injuries
You should seek an expert attorney like Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas if you have been harmed in a car accident involving improper lane change. Attorney Vargas will walk you through every stage of the compensation process, including:
- Assembling evidence (such as police records or witness testimonies) to demonstrate how the accident occurred
- Keeping track of your losses (including medical costs and lost income)
- Calculating damages for pain and suffering
- Taking your claim to the insurance company of the responsible party
- Getting a reasonable settlement offer
You may be confident that Attorney Vargas will work diligently to resolve your matter as soon and favorably as possible since he does not charge any legal fees until you win your case. Call now at 909-982-0707 to request a free legal consultation.
