Dangerous road accidents are a major concern. When you drive on a public road there’s an expectation of safety.

You feel that you have a right to be entitled to a road that’s properly maintained, designed and constructed.  You shouldn’t have to worry about dangerous road accidents due to improperly maintained, designed or constructed roads and highways.

Unfortunately, that’s not always the case, and each year, thousands of drivers get in major road accidents that cause serious injury and in some cases, even death.

What are some causes of dangerous road accidents?

• Design defects
  • road texture
  • road materials
  • rate of incline
  • angle of curves
  • narrow road design
  • Improper warnings
  • no visible construction zone signs
  • no warnings regarding curves or inclines
  • no warnings about merging
• Construction defects
  • poor choice of materials
  • improper construction and not following plans or code
  • poor workmanship
• Maintenance negligence
  • improper lighting
  • potholes or pavement issues
  • road wear and tear
• Failure to adapt
  • ignoring studies show that particular changes would reduce accidents
  • failure to adapt to changes in public mobility

What are some possible injuries that result from hazardous road conditions?

• Brain injuries
• Paralysis
• Spinal Cord injuries
• Broken Bones
• Head Trauma
• Fatalities

What steps can you take if you were injured in a dangerous road accident?

If you were injured in a car accident because of dangerous road conditions, you could hold the agencies responsible for the maintenance of the roads and highways. These agencies have a duty of care to exercise reasonable care when maintaining road conditions. Sometimes accidents are due to driver error, but not always. If you were in a car accident because the road had a pothole, it had a dangerous bend,  it was had unsafe guardrails, it lacked proper warning signage, or one of a myriad of other reasons, you may have a strong case.

Consult with a personal injury lawyer to find out how you can sue for compensation for your medical expenses, your property damage, and your pain and suffering.

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