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jmaddress

Junior Member
What is the name of your state? TX

We were turning left across traffic into a shopping center. It was during rush hour and both oncoming lanes of traffic were stopped to let us pass. The far right lane had a high profile vehicle so we could not see the shoulder. Someone decided they did not want to wait and would drive on the shoulder to the light which was probably 1/4 mile ahead. When we crossed traffic, we hit he directly in the side. There is a "no driving on shoulder" sign closer to the light, but according to the policeman, we were at fault. Not to question a police officer, but this seems like if anything it would be a dual fault. Another other views?
 


racer72

Senior Member
Yep, when making a left turn, it is your responsibility to make the turn in a safe manner, even if someone approaching is violating the law. 2 wrongs don't make a right.
 

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