Municipal Negligence and Auto Accidents
When you pay taxes, the government allocates this income to areas such as education, salary for public officials, and park maintenance. However, one of the most important uses of these funds is the construction and maintenance of roads. Without proper maintenance, roads can become increasingly dangerous due to erosion and frequent use.
Frustratingly, though, not all municipalities take care of their roads as they should. This can lead to dangerous conditions that can harm both drivers and their vehicles. If you have suffered in an auto accident due to municipal negligence, you should contact an experienced Baltimore auto accident lawyer from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC, today at 800-890-2388.
Road Defects from Municipal Negligence
Due to regular use and the natural effects of erosion, roads can slowly degrade, becoming less and less safe. As roads age, municipalities are responsible for fixing or replacing the surfaces to help prevent accidents. Common road defects that can arise if municipalities ignore road maintenance include:
- Potholes
- Uneven pavement
- Steep shoulder drop-offs
- Missing guardrails
- Lack of signs
- Unreadable signs
Although things like potholes and uneven pavement do not seem very dangerous, they can cause whiplash as well as damage your vehicle’s tires, suspension, undercarriage, and alignment. This type of municipal negligence is simply unacceptable.
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Car accidents can be physically, emotionally, and financially costly. If your municipality has failed to maintain its roadways, resulting in your car accident, you should not have to face this difficult ordeal without the fair compensation that you deserve. To learn more about your legal options, contact a knowledgeable Baltimore auto accident attorney from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC, at 800-890-2388 today.
