When you go driving, you are aware that you will face certain risks on the road. Even if you do not necessarily think about it in these terms, you obey the law and watch out for other drivers because you know that failing to do so will increase your risk of being involved in a serious collision.
But, if you are like most people, you do not give much thought to risks presented by the road itself.
But, road hazards are common factors in auto accidents in Boca Raton and the surrounding areas; and, if you were injured in an accident caused by a road hazard, you should speak with a Boca Raton auto accident lawyer promptly.
Personal injury claims involving road hazards present some unique challenges, but an experienced attorney at Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers can help you recover the financial compensation you deserve.
Contact our law office in Boca Raton, Florida, online or give us a call at (561) 347-7770 to get started.
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We Represent Victims of Auto Accidents Involving Road Hazards in South Florida
At Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers, we bring decades of experience to helping victims recover financial compensation after auto accidents involving road hazards.
With multiple office locations throughout South Florida, including an office in Boca Raton, we can help you regardless of where your accident occurred.
Boca Raton auto accident lawyer Gregg Hollander has recovered tens of millions of dollars in compensation for his clients’ losses; and, if you are entitled to compensation, he can use his experience to seek maximum compensation on your behalf.
Injured in a Road Hazard Accident in South Florida? Here’s What You Need to Know
Road hazards can arise anywhere and at any time. From heavy rains to construction debris, and from uneven lanes to malfunctioning traffic signals, road hazards can take many forms, and they can put drivers and passengers in danger in a variety of different ways.
At Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers, we represent individuals and families in cases involving all types of injuries resulting from all types of road hazards, including (but not limited to):
- Accumulated rain water
- Furniture and other items that have fallen from trucks
- Gravel or leaves in the road
- Hail
- Low shoulders
- Malfunctioning traffic signals
- Materials, equipment and debris from road construction sites
- Missing traffic signs
- Oil slicks and spills
- Poorly-designed and poorly-constructed roadways
- Potholes and sinkholes
- Uneven lanes during repaving projects
Here’s what you need to know if you are suffering due to serious injuries sustained in a road hazard accident in South Florida:
When Can You Seek Financial Compensation for a Road Hazard Accident in Florida?
In cases involving road hazard accidents, victims must generally be able to prove negligence in order to recover financial compensation. This is similar to accidents involving other factors.
Proving negligence requires evidence from the scene of the accident, and this makes it important to hire a Boca Raton minor auto accident lawyer as soon as possible.
Some examples of negligence that can support claims for financial compensation in road hazard accident cases include:
- Negligent road design (i.e. designing a road with a turn that is too sharp or a low spot that collects rain water or debris)
- Negligent road construction (i.e. building a road that does not shed water or that has a sudden drop off at the edge of its shoulder)
- Negligent road maintenance (i.e. failing to timely repair a pothole or sinkhole)
- Negligent construction site maintenance (i.e. failing to place temporary signage or allowing debris to spill into the roadway)
- Negligent truck cargo loading or driving (i.e. failing to adequately secure cargo or driving dangerously with loose cargo onboard)
Who is Liable for an Auto Accident Caused by a Road Hazard?
Determining who is liable for an auto accident caused by a road hazard requires a thorough assessment of all of the facts and circumstances involved.
Oftentimes, state or local government agencies will be liable for accidents involving negligent road design, construction, or maintenance, although private contractors hired to work on the road may hold ultimate responsibility in some cases.
In situations involving oil or cargo spilled from a truck, the trucking company or shipping company could be liable; and, in various other circumstances, other parties could potentially be liable as well.
How Do You Prove that a Road Hazard Caused Your Accident?
Various forms of evidence can be used to prove that a road hazard was to blame for a serious auto accident . This includes evidence obtained during an on-site investigation as well as witness testimony and documentary evidence secured in the days or weeks following the crash.
Having represented accident victims in South Florida for more than 20 years, Boca Raton auto accident lawyer Gregg Hollander can gather the necessary evidence and build a compelling case for just compensation on your behalf.
What if You Were Partially at Fault in the Accident?
If you were injured in an auto accident involving a road hazard, it is easy to think that you may have played a role in causing your crash. This is particularly true if no other vehicles were involved.
However, you should not assume that you were negligent, and you should not let anyone convince you that you are to blame for your own injuries. Moreover, even if you were partially at fault, you could still be entitled to partial compensation under Florida law.
What Do You Need to Do to Protect Your Legal Rights in Boca Raton, FL?
In order to protect your legal rights after an auto accident involving a road hazard in South Florida, the most important thing you need to do is to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
At Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers, we are here for you 24/7, and we can walk you through everything you need to know in order to preserve your claim for just compensation.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Boca Raton Auto Accident Lawyer Gregg Hollander
Are you entitled to just compensation for a road hazard accident in South Florida? To find out, schedule a free, no-obligation consultation at Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers.
Call us today to speak with someone immediately, or tell us how to contact you and we will be in touch shortly.
Other Car Accident Cases We Cover
- Rollover accidents
- Parking lot accidents
- Tailgating accidents
- Drowsy driving
- Illegal driving maneuvers
