Road Defect Victims: Auto Accident Attorneys Serving Atlanta and North Georgia Can Help

You may be entitled to compensation if you have been injured in an auto accident that was caused by a defect in the road. State and federal governments are obligated to provide the public with safe roads and to properly maintain them in a state that is safe for use. If you or a loved one has been injured because of a defect or design flaw in the road, it may be possible to file suit against the liable parties. The auto accident attorneys from our Atlanta-area firm serving all of North Georgia can help determine if the road is defective by looking at the road design, how well it is maintained, and if there is adequate signage warning of possible dangers.

At Hasty Pope LLP, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals. If a road defect causes an injury, contact one of our personal injury attorneys today. Our dedicated and compassionate auto accident attorneys want to help ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Road Defect Lawsuits

The government and its agents, such as outside contractors, are responsible for designing a road that is safe to use and free of major flaws. This entails maintaining the road so that it does not pose a threat to road users and warning drivers with proper signage of any potential dangers on the road, such as dips, unexpected turns, or changes in speed limit. If an injury results from the government or its agents failing to meet these criteria, it may be possible to file a claim for compensation.

The auto accident attorneys from our North Georgia office serving the greater Atlanta area can review your claim and determine your case eligibility. In a road defect lawsuit, it must be proven that the car accident, motorcycle accident, or truck accident was caused by a defect in the road's design, such as a lack of maintenance or a lack of signage warning of dangers.

If it is determined that the accident was caused by another involved party, it may not be possible to file a road defect claim. This complicated task requires experienced and knowledgeable attorneys. Our lawyers have extensive experience in auto accident litigation, and can help you successfully resolve your case. If it turns out that you are eligible for financial compensation, you can be awarded for hospital bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering, and any property damage.

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Common Types of Road Defects

Drivers face a variety of hazards on the road everyday. A road defect, however, can be a hazard that is outside of a driver’s control. In cases where the road itself is a cause of a motor vehicle accident, the driver(s) involved may have little warning and an inability to take preventive measures. Among the more common types of road defects that cause auto accidents include:

  • Improper lane configurations
  • Blind spots and obstructed sight lines
  • Poor road drainage during inclement weather
  • Improper road camber
  • Potholes and other road imperfections
  • A lack of safety barriers
  • Improper, inadequate, or missing signage
  • Improper road construction

If you feel that you have been involved in an accident that was caused by a road defect, it is important to contact a qualified auto accident attorney as quickly as possible. At Hasty Pope LLP, we can review your claim and determine who the liable parties are so that you can bring suit against them for just and fair restitution.

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Contact Our Auto Accident Attorneys

To schedule a free consultation with our auto accident attorneys serving the greater Atlanta area, contact our North Georgia law office today. We are committed to helping victims and their families receive the compensation they deserve.

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Contact our Atlanta-area auto accident attorneys serving North Georgia today to learn more about your rights.

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