Clairemont Avenue - Navigating the Dangers
October 2025
For thousands of Eau Claire residents, Clairemont Avenue is part of daily life. Clairemont Avenue is a route to school or work. It also serves to connect the east and west sides of the city. But the high volume traffic along with the series of stoplights makes Clairemont Avenue a prime location for serious car collisions.
At Herrick & Hart, we have seen the aftermath of the collisions far too often. Understanding the root cause of many of the collisions on Clairemont Avenue can help you stay safer. One of the most common collisions is the left turn collision. A driver misjudges the speed of oncoming traffic and turns left in front of traffic. Another cause of a left turn collision is when the oncoming driver runs a red light.
Distracted driving is also a major cause of collisions on Clairemont Avenue. The high volume of traffic lights along with business signage creats numerous distractions. A moment looking at a phone or a storefront is sometimes all that is needed to cause a serious collision.
In addition, due to the speeds on Clairemont Avenue many drivers will try to weave in traffic. This aggressive driving causes a danger to all who drive on the Avenue.
At Herrick & Hart, we have been part of the Eau Claire community since 1951. We understand the dangers of Clairemont Avenue and can help you if you are injured in a collision.