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Who Has the Right of Way at Intersections?

Intersections are one of the most common places for serious vehicle collisions to occur. Drivers who fail to yield, ignore traffic signals, or make unsafe turns can cause devastating injuries. If another driver’s actions caused your crash, our Conway car accident attorneys can review the facts of your case and help determine who may be legally responsible for the accident.

Understanding Right of Way Laws in South Carolina

Conway is known for its historic downtown district, the scenic Riverwalk along the Waccamaw River, and its location near Coastal Carolina University. Busy roads such as U.S. Highway 501, U.S. Highway 701, and Church Street see heavy traffic from residents and visitors each day. With so many vehicles traveling through local intersections, drivers must understand and follow South Carolina traffic laws.

South Carolina Code § 56-5-2330 establishes when drivers must yield the right of way at intersections. Drivers approaching a yield sign must slow down and determine whether they need to stop based on traffic conditions. If necessary for safety, the driver must stop at the stop line, before the crosswalk, or at the safest point before entering the intersection. 

After slowing down or stopping, the driver must yield to vehicles already stopped at the intersection or vehicles approaching closely enough to create an immediate danger. If two drivers approach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the right has the right of way.

If a driver passes a yield sign without stopping and is involved in a collision with another vehicle in the intersection, the law may consider that evidence that the driver failed to yield.

Drivers entering or crossing a roadway from a location other than another roadway, such as a driveway, parking lot, or private property, must yield the right-of-way to vehicles already traveling on the roadway. 

How Fault Is Determined After an Intersection Crash

After an accident, insurance companies and investigators review the evidence to determine how the collision occurred. Evidence can include:

  • Police reports
  • Traffic camera footage
  • Witness statements
  • Copies of medical records
  • Photographs of visible injuries and the crash site
  • Vehicle damage
  • Professional testimony

South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule under South Carolina Code § 15-38-15. An injured person may still recover compensation if they are found to be 50% or less responsible for the accident. Any compensation awarded is reduced by the injured person’s percentage of fault. This system helps ensure that the at-fault party only pays what they are personally responsible for.

Injured? Contact Our Car Accident Lawyers in Conway Today

At Kinon Law Firm, our team knows how challenging a victim’s finances and personal life can become after experiencing an accident due to the actions of another. Our goal is to provide you with competent and strong legal advocacy so you can focus on your well-being. Our Conway car accident attorneys offer free consultations to residents of Conway, Myrtle Beach, and surrounding South Carolina areas. Contact our firm today by calling 843-488-9191 or through our online contact form.

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