At Fassonaki Law Firm, P.C., a Los Angeles personal injury law firm, we recently represented a client, who was driving in the middle lane of the road when another car collided with the driver-side of her vehicle. Our client suffered personal injuries and her vehicle was severely damaged.

Our legal team at Fassonaki Law Firm P.C. investigated the details of the accident and collected all the relevant evidence. In this case, the adverse driver engaged in dangerous and reckless behavior that put others at risk under California law and violated California Vehicle Code § 21658, § 22107, and § 22350.

According to California Vehicle Code § 21658, whenever any roadway has been divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for traffic in one direction, a vehicle shall be driven within a single lane and shall not be moved from the lane unless it can be done with reasonable safety. California Vehicle Code § 22107 prohibits drivers from moving a vehicle right or left upon a roadway without reasonable safety or giving an appropriate signal.

According to California Vehicle Code § 22350, no person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than the limit with due regard for weather, visibility, traffic  and the surface and width of the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.

It was our team's effort and commitment that led us to a remarkable victory. The adverse driver was at fault for the accident under California law and accepted the liability for the loss. Our client was entitled to compensation for her bodily injuries, including economic and non-economic damages.

Frequently Asked Questions About Unsafe Lane Change Accidents in California

Who Is at Fault in an Unsafe Lane Change Accident in California?

A driver who changes lanes without determining that the maneuver can be completed safely may be responsible for a resulting collision. Fault depends on the circumstances, including the positions of the vehicles, signaling, speed, traffic conditions, and other available evidence.

What Does California Vehicle Code § 21658 Require?

California Vehicle Code § 21658 generally requires vehicles traveling on a roadway divided into clearly marked lanes to remain within a single lane and not move from that lane until the movement can be made with reasonable safety.

What Does California Vehicle Code § 22107 Say About Unsafe Lane Changes?

California Vehicle Code § 22107 prohibits a driver from turning or moving right or left on a roadway unless the movement can be made with reasonable safety. The law also addresses when an appropriate signal must be given before making such a movement.

How Does California Vehicle Code § 22350 Apply to Car Accidents?

California's Basic Speed Law, Vehicle Code § 22350, prohibits driving at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent considering factors such as weather, visibility, traffic, and roadway conditions. A driver's speed may therefore be relevant when determining liability for a collision.

What Evidence Can Prove an Unsafe Lane Change Caused an Accident?

Evidence may include dashcam footage, surveillance video, photographs, vehicle damage, witness statements, police reports, and information concerning lane markings and traffic conditions. This evidence can help establish how the vehicles were positioned before the collision.

What Compensation May Be Available After an Unsafe Lane Change Accident?

An injured person may be entitled to pursue economic and non-economic damages, depending on the circumstances. These may include medical expenses, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and other losses resulting from the accident.

How Can a Los Angeles Auto Accident Lawyer Help After an Unsafe Lane Change Accident?

A Los Angeles auto accident lawyer can investigate the collision, preserve relevant evidence, analyze applicable California traffic laws, communicate with insurance companies, and pursue compensation available under California law.

Schedule a consultation with Fassonaki Law Firm, P.C., a Los Angeles auto accident law firm by calling 323-524-8994.

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