That has always been my best advise. Regardless of whether they look at you or not, never pass through any intersection, pass by a drive way, or any shopping plaza where you see another car about to pull out. Always assume that they are going to pull out. I always try not to pass by them at my regular speed and get ready for them to pull out.
Although, there is always circumstances that you are not able to control, but where you can see them, you can react accordingly. My philosophy whether I'm riding or driving.