Injuries due to Poor Road Conditions

    PHOENIX, AZ, August 31, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Poor road conditions can be a driver's worst nightmare. Unfortunately they are often not caught in time to defer an accident and drivers are left to deal with numerous injuries and costly damages to their vehicle. You or a loved one should not have to be responsible for roads that should be properly maintained by the city of Phoenix. In Tempe, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and surrounding areas, these faulty roads can be anywhere. An Arizona personal injury attorney can help investigate your case and help establish who should be held accountable. Undoubtedly, these roads should be properly maintained due to the flow of traffic and for the concern of the well being of all Arizona citizens.

There are many different factors that can be the cause of these injuries on poorly maintained roads. These issues can be crucial in determining the accountability and cause of your accident. Some examples of poor road conditions include:

Types of Dangerous Road Conditions

• Potholes
• Poor road design
• Inadequate signs
• Debris on road
• Poorly graded roads
• Clogged sewers
• Poor weather conditions
• Badly paved roads

These serious road defects can result in a one car accident, a rollover, and excessive damages to your vehicle. However despite these damages, the physical and emotional damages can be traumatic and just as costly. Some examples of the types of physical injuries you can endure as a result of an accident caused by poor road conditions include:

Types of Injuries

• Head trauma
• Paralysis
• Spinal cord injury
• Broken bones
• Scarring
• Deformation
• Death

The Phoenix area has a large percentage of bicycle riders, and they can also be victims of poor road conditions. Many bike lanes are included in the roads and can be susceptible to the same road dangers as vehicles. If you are an avid or recreational bike rider and motorcycle rider it is important to wear protective gear when riding on streets in order to prevent injury. Automobile drivers should also consistently wear seatbelts and drive as safely as possible to avoid accident.

After an accident occurs it is important to contact an Arizona Personal Injury Attorney so they can gather as much evidence as possible to help your case. You may be dealing with various financial burdens, some including:

The Aftermath of an Accident

• Medical bills
• Physical therapy bills
• Pain and suffering
• Time off work
• Vehicle damages
• Psychological distress

Contact an Arizona Personal Injury Lawyer

While there are many precautions you can take to prevent getting involved in an accident caused by faulty road conditions, often times they are unavoidable. Trying to hold the government and city officials responsible for the damages these dangerous roads have caused can be tricky. Issues of notice and government immunity can leave the fault of the accident difficult to establish. An Arizona personal injury attorney can help you receive the compensation you deserve from faulty road conditions. For more information: www.solomonrelihan.com

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