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Kentucky Failure-to-Yield Accidents: Can I Sue for That?

🚦 Understanding Failure to Yield Accidents in Kentucky Failure to yield accidents are a common cause of serious injuries and fatalities on Kentucky roads. These collisions happen when a driver does not give the right-of-way to another vehicle or pedestrian, leading to dangerous crashes. If you’ve been involved in such an accident, understanding the legal framework and compensation options can help you navigate the claims process successfully. ⚖️ Kentucky's Right-of-Way Laws Kentucky law requires all drivers to yield in specific situations to prevent collisions. Failing to do so can result in serious legal consequences. Some of the most common scenarios where drivers must yield include: - At stop signs – Drivers must come to a full stop and yield to oncoming traffic before proceeding. - At yield signs – If another vehicle has the right-of-way, drivers must slow down or stop to allow them to pass. - Making left turns – Vehicles turning left must yield to oncoming traffic. - E...