[[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question","text":"A protected left turn occurs when a traffic signal displays a green left-turn arrow. This arrow means that you can make your left turn safely because you have the right of way, while oncoming traffic has a red light and must stop. You shouldn\u2019t have to worry about vehicles coming from the opposite direction while you turn.  On the other hand, an unprotected left turn is when the traffic signal is a flashing yellow arrow or steady circular green light without an arrow. This signal means you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians crossing the street before you turn. It\u2019s your responsibility to wait for a clear gap in traffic to complete your turn safely. This type of turn requires more attention because you must accurately judge the speed and distance of oncoming vehicles.","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question1","text":"Georgia law allows you to turn left on red in limited circumstances. If you are driving on a one-way street facing a steady circular red traffic light, you can turn left onto another one-way street where traffic flows to the left. However, you must first come to a complete stop, check for pedestrians, and yield the right of way to them as necessary. You must also yield to any other traffic that has a green light and is moving through the intersection according to the traffic signal. Importantly, you are never allowed to make this type of left turn at intersections where signs explicitly prohibit turning left on a red signal.","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer1"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question2","text":"Pulling your vehicle into an intersection while waiting to turn left in Georgia is legal. This means you can enter the intersection and wait in the middle until it\u2019s safe to complete your turn.","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer2"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question3","text":"In Georgia, the driver who makes a left turn is often held liable for accidents that occur during this maneuver. This is because the law requires the turning driver to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic close enough to pose a hazard.  However, there are exceptions. If the oncoming driver was speeding or running a red light, they might be at fault, or both drivers might share the blame. When poor road conditions contribute to an accident, other parties might be liable, such as the local government agency responsible for road maintenance.","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer3"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"What Are the Differences Between Protected and Unprotected Left Turns?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Question"},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can You Turn Left on a Red Light in Georgia?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer1"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Question1"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer2"},"name":"Can You Pull into the Intersection When Turning Left in Georgia?","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Question2"},{"@type":"Question","name":"Who Can Be Held Liable for a Left Turn Accident in Georgia?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Answer3"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#Question3"}],"name":"Who Is At Fault for a Left Turn Accident in Georgia?","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#FAQPage"}],{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Who Is At Fault for a Left Turn Accident in Georgia?","item":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/who-is-at-fault-for-a-left-turn-accident-in-georgia\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]