Yielding the right-of-way is a critical driving concept for navigating major intersections, merging lanes, and other places where traffic meets. A driver at fault for a failure-to-yield car accident in Tulsa may be liable for injuries and damages resulting from the collision.
If you have recently suffered injuries in an accident, the car collision attorneys at LaCourse Law could represent you in a personal injury claim. We believe in providing clients with clear communication on their case while still managing every step of a claim with Southern hospitality.
Determining fault in a failure-to-yield car accident depends on who had the right-of-way. 47 Oklahoma Statutes § 11-401 to 11-406 governs drivers’ obligations to yield the right-of-way to other vehicles. Drivers may have a duty to yield when:
In a failure-to-yield car accident, fault may be shared among multiple drivers. Speeding, driving without headlights, distracted driving, and other violations may contribute to a failure to yield collision. When multiple parties are at fault, courts apply a rule of contributory negligence under 23 O.S. § 23 1-14. This rule requires a jury to proportionally reduce an injured plaintiff’s compensation by their percentage of fault for the accident. Our Tulsa lawyers could review the events of a failure-to-yield vehicle crash and gather evidence to support your compensation claim.
After an initial investigation into your failure-to-yield car accident, our lawyers can file a claim in a Tulsa court to seek compensation for your related damages. The injuries sustained may be serious depending on how fast the vehicles were traveling and the point of impact. Our lawyers could help you seek compensation for different types of damages, including:
Our lawyers prioritize building a strong relationship with clients to provide personalized attention and service. We understand how to pursue the extent of your damages and fully advocate for your right to compensation. We recommend meeting with our lawyers as soon as possible due to the two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under 12 O.S. § 3-95. You must file a claim within this period to preserve the right to recover compensation from the driver at fault for failing to yield.
Failure-to-yield car accidents in Tulsa are often dangerous and can cause a ripple effect of damages related to the injuries sustained. The team at LaCourse Law has years of experience and a keen understanding of Oklahoma’s personal injury laws to fight for your rights and those of your loved ones. Navigate your rights after a car accident by meeting with our Tulsa lawyers. Contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation.
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