Jacksonville Florida Dangerous Roadways Lawyers
Unfortunately, American roadways are of extremely varying quality and are often subject to major construction projects and significant damage due to weather conditions like rain and snow. Poor road maintenance is a significant cause of dangerous roadways, causing conditions like cracks, grooves, potholes, or slippery surfaces that can lead to serious injury. Shoulder problems are another cause of injury; when there is no shoulder on the road or the road suddenly drops off, cars can face peril even when driving in-lane.
Guard rails are another source of hazardous roadways. When guard rails are nonexistent or in poor condition, they do not adequately protect drivers from going off the road. In addition, poor road signs make roads treacherous for all drivers. When roads fail to do their job due to inadequate markings or lacking signs, they do a disservice to all drivers. Confusion on the road leads to collisions, spinouts, and dangerous wrecks…exactly the opposite of the intended effect of road signs.
If you are injured in an accident that occurs on dangerous roadways in Florida, you could be eligible to claim significant benefits in court. Damages could relate to property damage, the costs of treatment and rehabilitation, time off from work, and even future medical care and psychological treatment related to your accident. Ultimately, it is important to hold the people responsible for dangerous roadways accountable for their negligence. Failure to demand your rights be upheld encourages local government, state highway regulators, and associated contracts to continue ignoring the safety of drivers and could cause harm to others.
At Farah & Farah, we have the experience and expertise to win your Jacksonville dangerous roadways lawsuit. We are fully equipped to mount the intensive investigation and discovery process your case requires and we bring a significant track record of success in our field to each and every case we represent. If you’ve been injured due to hazardous roadways, your time to file could be limited. Call Farah & Farah today for a free, confidential case consultation.
For a free evaluation of your case, call our Jacksonville office today at 1.800.642.8275