STOP AT LINE BEFORE STOP SIGN

The requirement in Minnesota is to stop AT a stop sign or the marked line before it. Minnesota State Statute 169.30 spells out this law. The only exception is when being directed by the police. In other words, don’t roll forward to the actual intersection. Our car accident lawyers handle many cases where this issue comes up.

At a stop sign with a marked stop line, you must stop before the line. If there is a pedestrian crosswalk, you must stop before entering the crosswalk. If the vehicle in front of you comes to a stop in an improper place, you are still required to come to a stop in the proper position. Then, proceed only when it is safe, and when you have the right of way.

INTERSECTION ACCIDENT INJURY LAWYERS

People often approach the stop sign and proceed to the intersection before stopping. Our car accident lawyers have had many injury cases because of that maneuver. Unfortunately, there may be a pedestrian or bicycle entering the intersection just as the car is approaching. The person on the street may be hidden by bushes or a tree, or the driver may just be distracted.

Someone walking, or on a bicycle, is relying on the car to stop at the stop sign. If the car hits them, there can be a very serious injury. The car doesn’t have to be going fast.

If you are injured because a car rolled through the stop sign, call us for a free consultation with an attorney. Our top injury lawyers have more than 25 years’ experience. We have helped thousands of people throughout Minnesota.

The insurance company frequently tries to blame the victim in these situations. We don’t buy that. If the driver rolled through the stop sign and hit you in the intersection, we will fight for you. The primary focus of our attorneys is to get you the compensation you are entitled to. This includes medical bills, wage reimbursement, and more.