Hazardous Road Accidents in North Carolina
Let Our Experienced Car Accident Lawyers Fight for You
When you are injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident because of a pothole or other hazardous road condition, you may not know where to turn. With the help of a skilled legal team, you can take legal action against the local government or municipality that was responsible for the road hazard.
At Lanier Law Group, we have a reputation for fighting tirelessly and aggressively on behalf of injured drivers throughout the state of North Carolina.
Our experienced lawyers have been committed to serving the community since 1997. If you were hurt in a car accident caused by a hazardous road condition and need trustworthy help in filing a claim, please visit any of our offices or contact us today to request a free, no-obligation consultation.
Reach us online or call (855) 757-4204 to speak to a North Carolina road hazard accident lawyer today.
Types of Hazardous Road Conditions
If you drive on North Carolina roads, you know that some of them are marred by crumbling pavement, cracks, and potholes. These road defects can damage your tires and axle, causing you to lose control of your vehicle.
Some of the most common types of road hazards include:
- Potholes: No pavement can withstand the forces of Mother Nature year after year. It is generally the responsibility of the town or city to ensure that potholes are repaired.
- Missing or damaged guardrails: The lack of a proper guardrail can cause you to hit a tree or pole or drive off a cliff.
- Uneven pavement: Roadways may become uneven either because they are under construction or because of damage from traffic and weather. Regardless of why the pavement is uneven, it can cause damage to your vehicle and injury to you and your passengers.
- Lack of centerlines: If road markings are missing or obscured, you and other drivers are likely to have trouble navigating the road.
Note that this list represents only some of the myriad road hazards that may be responsible for your accident. At Lanier Law Group, we can conduct an exhaustive investigation into the cause of your accident and, whenever appropriate, begin immediately compiling evidence to support your claim.
Who Is Liable for Hazardous Road Accidents?
As previously mentioned, road hazards typically fall under the responsibility of local governments and/or municipalities. However, this is not always the case.
At Lanier Law Group, we are experienced in and skilled at investigating and identifying liable parties in road hazard accident claims. These parties may include:
- The city/local government
- The state government
- The federal government
- A public agency
- A private business, such as a construction or landscaping company
The specific factors involved in your situation will point to who is liable for your accident and the resulting injuries. For example, if you hit a pothole at a high speed on an interstate highway, the state of North Carolina may be liable. Or, if equipment falls from a construction truck, hitting your car and causing you to collide with another vehicle, the owner/operator of that private truck may be liable.
Our North Carolina road hazard accident lawyers can look at all of the various circumstances involved in your case, gather pertinent evidence, and build a solid case that supports your claim.
Put a Heavyweight in Your Corner
Whether you are injured in a car accident because of a fatigued driver or a hazardous roadway, our lawyers are here to fight for your rights. We've been helping victims of auto accidents throughout North Carolina with their injury cases involving hazardous roads. When you hire a lawyer at our firm, you're hiring a heavyweight who will fight for you.
Lanier Law Group provides injury victims with experienced counsel every step of the way. If you suffer a car accident injury, we want to help you.
To schedule a free initial consultation, call us at (855) 757-4204 or contact us online.
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*Featured Case Results, Settlements, & Trial Wins From Our Attorneys
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$1.2 Million Pedestrian Accident
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I started working with Lanier Law Group in 2020 on my Social Security Disability case. They from start to finish were awesome. My case manager Janet Hanks and attorney, Ashley Sappenfield were always available to answer all my questions. I did not have to do much but sit back and let them handle whatever was needed. My case took too long (2 years) and if I did not have Janet and Ashley My case would still not be approved. I would recommend Lanier to anyone to get the job done and approved. Do not go to another firm with your case, who promise the world and do not see it to completion and do not think another firms would have worked as hard as they did on my case. Lanier Law Group will always be the choice for me and all my family members to handle any cases of this type and other legal services they provide. They went above and beyond!- Phillip J.
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