Where do Broadside Collisions most Commonly Occur
Broadside Collisions are frequently caused by a failure to yield the right of way. These types of collisions usually occur at an intersection and because a driver fails to obey traffic signals or traffic devices. The most common examples are running a red light or a stop sign. Another common cause of a broadside collision is a driver negligently making a left-hand turn in front of an approaching car. Data shows that left-hand turns account for fifty-three (53) percent of all crossing path accidents, which are broadside collisions. A broadside collision is where the side of one vehicle is impacted by the front of rear of another vehicle, forming a “T”. This is why a broadside collision is also referred