6 Dangerous Road Defects
There are hundreds of millions of motor vehicles sanctioned for travel on roadways in the United States, from cars to trucks to SUVs to 18-wheelers and more. Each vehicle is subject to the conditions of the roadway upon which it drives. If local municipalities who are responsible for maintaining roads are negligent in their duties, motorists face a needless risk of serious injury.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident that was caused or the effects of which were worsened by a road defect, contact the skilled and experienced Harrisburg injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 610-667-7511 today. We are dedicated to helping our clients to seek financial compensation for injuries resulting from municipal negligence.
Common Road Hazards
Roads and highways are of course bound to experience normal wear and tear due to traffic and weather conditions. These situations cannot always be helped, but municipalities should take action to repair and replace damaged roadways, signs, and other fixtures as soon as possible. The following are six dangerous road defects.
- Absence of signs
- Absence of guardrails
- Uneven pavement
- Potholes
- Water pooling
- Faulty traffic lights
Regrettably, in many cases these defects lead to accidents that would never have happened otherwise. This is one reason why it is important to pursue legal action to hold a negligent party accountable for the harm that you have suffered.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury because of municipal negligence which led to or allowed road defect to remain, contact the Harrisburg injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511.