Chicago Highway Defects Lawyers: Object on Roadway
Any good driver should be on guard for the unexpected. It is impossible to predict when the car ahead of you will stop suddenly, or when road conditions will change. However, even a competent and prepared driver can lose control of a vehicle while trying to avoid an object on the roadway. Even drivers who are not near the obstruction can be injured by a car that unexpectedly swerves.
At the offices of Chicago automobile accident attorneys Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., we strongly believe in drivers’ right to reasonably safe and well maintained roads. When large objects are left in the road by construction workers, maintenance crews, or others, we will work hard on behalf of clients injured in the resulting accidents.
Roadway Hazards
Objects that are commonly left on busy roads include:
- Construction debris
- Large branches
- Car accidents that have not been cleaned up
- Objects that have fallen from trucks or rooftops
- Fallen signs
Any of these can cause serious injury if a car collides with them. Drivers may also swerve into other lanes or off the road entirely in an effort to avoid them.
Determining Responsibility for Road Obstructions
The party responsible for objects left in the road will vary depending on the circumstances. For example, if road maintenance crews have been alerted to the hazard, they have a responsibility to clear it in a timely manner. If the object was left in the road by a construction company or another driver, he or she can be held responsible for any damage caused.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has been injured due to an object left on a highway, we may be able to help you win compensation. To schedule an initial consultation, contact Chicago highway defect lawyers Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200.