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I figure someone turns left in front of you because there are no other cars near you - the left-turner didn't see the motorcycle because he was looking for cars. So, in that case you can stop in the middle of the intersection in front of the left-turning car to make sure it doesn't pull out in front of you without getting rear-ended. I've done it a few times and really got noticed!

 

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...or necessary on a busy street since you can use cars around you as interference. In the case described I assumed there were no other cars - could be wrong - never underestimate the idiocy of a car driver.

 

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Re: Defending the dead

..."Sometimes there is nothing you can do...You are on a bike with little protection and you may die if you hit something. Stop the denial "

You are wrong. Even you don't believe what you just said. Here's why.

If I really believed I would get into a motorcycle accident I wouldn't ride. I believe I will be able to avoid an accident by skill if not by luck.

 

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I grew up on a Triumph 650 in the '70s when faster bikes and eventually cars, ruled the roads. It was a challenge keeping pace and meshing with traffic on a machine that was slower and arguable less reliable. It taught me a lot about street strategies, patience and respect for other vehicles, survival skills that continue to guide me.