Defective Road Design

Legal Liability in Accidents Involving Defective Road Design

Newport Beach Car Accident Lawyer

Accidents can occur anywhere, but there are some locations that seem to have more than their share of problems. If a particular intersection, overpass, curve or railroad crossing has been the site of an unusually large number of car accidents, it is reasonable to wonder whether the design of the road is flawed. Perhaps signage needs to be added or moved, or other safety features should be added.

Federal, state and municipal governments that provide roadways have some duty to ensure they are reasonably safe. Roads, highways and freeways must be properly designed, built and maintained. Appropriate signs and signals must be provided. Lighting, drainage, and other safety features must be maintained, and inspections must be done at reasonable intervals.

However, there are several factors that make bringing an injury claim against a governmental agency somewhat complex. It is important to work with an attorney who is familiar with the process of making claims against governments (Federal, state and local).

Attorney Mark W. Eisenberg of the Eisenberg Law Firm, APC represents car accident and pedestrian accident victims throughout Southern California. With more than 15 years of personal injury experience, he is prepared to help you obtain full and fair financial compensation after an accident.

If you believe that faulty road design, construction or maintenance played a part in your car accident or in the death of a loved one, contact our Newport Beach law office to discuss your case with an experienced trial lawyer. Your initial consultation is free.

Examples of Defective Road Design, Construction or Maintenance

• Engineering or planning negligence
• Failure to take actions dictated by statute or regulation
• Failing to install a sufficient median
• Failing to install or maintain proper signage or lighting
• Allowing construction signage or equipment to block the view of traffic
• Failing to clear brush away from a railroad crossing or debris from a roadway
• Failure to provide an alternate pedestrian route when sidewalks are blocked

Understand Your Rights

It is understandable to be uncertain about whether a problem with the roadway contributed to your car accident. An experienced lawyer can evaluate your case and determine if an investigation of road conditions is warranted and advise you on the next steps to take.

Contact the Eisenberg Law Firm, APC. Your initial consultation is free, and there are no fees or costs for you to pay unless we obtain a financial settlement, award or verdict in your case. Call 1-866-791-8498.