Failing to yield is a common cause of motorcycle accidents, particularly at intersections where drivers turn left in front of approaching motorcycles or misjudge a rider’s position and speed.
After a crash caused by another driver’s failure to yield, consider taking steps such as:
- Seeking medical evaluation for your injuries
- Reporting the crash to law enforcement
- Collecting a copy of the police report
- Documenting the accident scene with photographs when possible
- Keeping records of medical treatment and expenses
- Avoiding statements that speculate about fault before the investigation is complete
- Speaking with a North Carolina motorcycle accident lawyer about your legal options
Evidence showing the other driver’s actions, roadway conditions, traffic signals, and witness observations may help establish driver negligence.