Guardrail Safety
Guardrails are designed by city planners and architects and are installed by construction workers for the safety of drivers on the road. There is a variety of guardrails in the United States, but no matter the type of guardrail, it is there to protect motorists, cyclists, and even pedestrians in some cases. Guardrails are often placed on roadways where there may be a steep drop-off on the side of the road, or they are used to keep cars from drifting into oncoming traffic. If a municipality fails to install proper guardrails on dangerous parts of a road, drivers are more likely to suffer serious injuries in car accidents.
If you or someone you know was injured in a car accident because of missing or defective guardrails, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries and other accident-related expenses. Contact the skilled Harrisburg personal injury lawyers at Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 610-667-7511 to explore your possible legal options.
Guardrail Varieties
Guardrails need to strike the perfect balance between strength and flexibility. They need to be strong enough to keep a vehicle from falling off of the roadway, but not so inflexible that they cause extensive damage to a vehicle when hit. Some of the most common types of guardrail material include:
- Steel
- Concrete
- Wire/cable
- Wood
There is no one best material for guardrails, but they are extremely important in keeping motorists safe.
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If you or someone you know was injured in a car accident due to a lack of guardrails on a dangerous roadway, contact the experienced Harrisburg car accident attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 610-667-7511.