Consider Hiring An Accident Attorney If A Collapsed Bridge Or Sink Hole Is To Blame For The Crash
Michael Babboni
Personal Injury
Watching the news or glancing at social media over the past few days have shown devastating flooding in Texas from Hurricane Harvey. By the way, if Texas residents are reading this post, our thoughts and prayers are with you. These actions do not necessarily affect St Petersburg residents, but the images of roads washing away allow us to see how vulnerable our Florida roads are too. Drainage pipes containing holes can lead to dirt washing away from under the concrete, and the next thing you know a giant sink hole has formed. Typically, drivers expect other vehicles to be the cause of an accident, but shouldn't someone be held accountable for damages that are caused by mismanaged or improperly maintained roadways?No one ever expects to be driving along only to have the ground fall out from under them, but the possibility and the hazards are real. If you or a loved one has sustained an injury due to hazardous road conditions, contact our firm to find out if you have legal options to recover medical expenses, lost wages, mental anguish, and more. Not everyone is entitled to the money, nor does every accident constitute a lawsuit, but with our free case reviews, there is little to lose and much to gain. Reach out to our knowledgeable team at 727-381-9200 to schedule an appointment today.
Organizations That Can Become Held At Fault
Evidence will need to be collected to make a proper determination of who is to blame for the crumbling street, but a single entity or multiple ones may share responsibility. The state, county municipalities, or contractors are likely candidates to have lawsuits brought upon them when incidents like these occur. Of course, these places typically have lawyers on a retainer for when these events occur, so hiring a reputable accident attorney to represent you is essential for getting the best results.
Car companies and safety feature manufacturers may also share the blame. For instance, if your vehicle's airbags or seatbelts did not function properly and contributed to the injuries, these organizations are liable for what their products did or did not do. Traumatic brain injuries, lacerations, broken bones, and even loss of life are possibilities when an accident occurs, and dropping into water or onto a hard surface from a distance can intensify those damages.
Contact An Accident Attorney Sooner Rather Than Later
The longer one waits to seek help, the more likely recollections of the event are to become hazy. Confusion and disorientation are not uncommon after any accident, and sometimes the smallest details are the most important. It is also notable to mention that if you are considering legal action, you should not sign anything before letting your accident attorney review the document. Many companies are attempting to incorporate fine printing and complicated clauses into their contracts to misguide victims into signing their rights away. These articles do not typically hold up in court, but it is best just to avoid the issue whenever it is possible.
Always remain aware of your surroundings, obey warning signs, and hopefully one of these scary acts will never take place in your lifetime. Unfortunately, tell-tale signs are not always readily available for roads in weakened states, so these accidents are not always avoidable. Practice safe driving techniques, and just know that we are here to help if you need us.