CITED AND SIDELINED — The Traffic Violations That Wreck Car Crash Claims in California
When drivers ignore traffic laws, they’re not just endangering lives—they’re building the case against themselves
Whether it’s running a red light or driving uninsured, violations often reveal who is truly at fault after a car accident.
At R23 Law, our California Consumer Protection Attorneys represent injury victims whose lives were upended by negligent, reckless, or law-breaking drivers. If you were hit by someone who broke the law, that violation may be the key to securing your full financial recovery.
Top California Traffic Violations That Cause Accidents
From Los Angeles to San Diego, certain violations appear in thousands of police reports every year. Here are the top law-breaking habits that most often lead to crashes—and liability:
1. Driving Without a License or Insurance
Whether due to suspension, expiration, or no insurance at all, driving without proper documentation is illegal in California—and shockingly common.
If you're hit by an uninsured or unlicensed driver, your case immediately involves complex insurance and possible underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) claims. At R23 Law, we move fast to preserve your rights and track all potential sources of compensation.
2. Failing to Stop at Red Lights or Stop Signs
Known as “rolling stops” or red-light running, this is one of the leading causes of intersection T-bone crashes.
Drivers may coast through stop signs without a full stop or speed through yellow lights that turn red mid-intersection. These actions violate California Vehicle Code § 22450 and can trigger instant liability in injury cases.
Cyclists and pedestrians are often the silent victims of this violation—and we fight for them too.
3. Distracted Driving
Texting while driving is illegal in California—and deadly. So is fumbling with GPS, scrolling social media, or holding a phone in any way.
Under California Vehicle Code § 23123, handheld device use is prohibited, and distracted drivers are presumed negligent in crash claims. If we can prove distraction, we build a stronger case—fast.
4. Speeding
Excessive speed is a force multiplier for injuries. A driver going 15, 25, or even 50+ MPH over the limit is acting with gross negligence, and California law imposes serious penalties for it.
R23 Law uses accident reconstruction experts, black box data, and video surveillance to prove speed and secure higher damages.
5. Failure to Signal
Whether it’s cutting across lanes or merging without a blinker, failing to signal is a recipe for disaster. California drivers are required to use turn signals under Vehicle Code § 22107, especially when changing lanes or turning.
If a driver’s failure to signal caused your crash, we use traffic cam footage and witness testimony to prove fault.
How R23 Law Builds a Case Using Traffic Violations
Violations aren’t just ticketable offenses—they’re legal leverage. Our attorneys use citations and code violations to:
Prove negligence per se (breaking the law = presumed fault)
Secure witness affidavits verifying unlawful behavior
Access police records and dashcam footage
Discredit lowball defenses from insurance companies
Been Hit by a Lawbreaking Driver?
Let R23 Law’s California Consumer Protection Attorneys take over.
We hold negligent drivers accountable for breaking traffic laws and protect our clients from being steamrolled by insurers. Our team is relentless when the facts—and the code—are on your side.
📞 Schedule Your Free Legal Case Review Now
If you were injured in a car crash caused by a driver who violated California traffic laws, don’t wait. Contact R23 Law’s experienced personal injury attorneys and let us build your claim for maximum compensation.
