Accidents on South Florida’s Dangerous Roads
Unfortunately, South Florida could be a dangerous place for road users. Whether you’re a pedestrian, driver, bicyclist, motorcyclist, or passenger, you face the risk of getting into an accident every time you’re on the road. And sadly, some of the deadliest and dangerous roads in all of America can be found right here in the Sunshine State. In fact, five out of the ten deadliest roads in America are in Florida.
Some examples of dangerous Florida roadways include:
- US-1 = A recent study named US-1 as the #2 most dangerous roads in the country, and about 545 miles of US-1 are located in Florida.
- I-95 = Interstate 95 is one of the busiest highways in Florida, which also means it is one of the deadliest.
- Florida Turnpike = This toll road spans over 300 miles across the state, and many crashes occur on this roadway, also known as State Road 91.
Fortunately, injured victims could hold negligent drivers legally liable for the losses they cause when serious injuries and accidents occur. This not only safeguards their right to seek compensation for their accident-associated losses and damages but also helps make Florida roadways a little bit safer for every road user.
On the other hand, while most traffic accidents are caused by driver error and negligence, there are likewise various accidents that commonly occur due to unsafe road conditions.
What Makes Roads Dangerous?
A couple of unsafe road conditions like the following could create circumstances that increase the risk of a traffic accident occurring:
- Missing or misplaced road signs
- Construction road work
- Potholes
- Other drivers
- Missing guardrails and barriers
- Poorly designed roadways
- Poorly painted or faint lines
- Unsafe work zones
- Wheel ruts
- Shoulder drop off
- Confusing road signs
- Changes in road conditions or surfaces without adequate warning
For example, poorly maintained roadways could make motorists engage in actions they might not otherwise have done. A driver on a road with faded or faint lines might unintentionally veer into the other lane and strike another motorist, for instance. Similarly, signs that are not maintained properly and marked clearly also cause roadway accidents. For example, a missing or faded stop sign might result in a driver failing to stop at the intersection and hitting another vehicle.
What Happens When You Get Injured on a Dangerous Road?
If you suspect that poor and unsafe road conditions caused your accident, you should know that liability for the unsafe conditions does not fall solely on the federal government. The ownership of roads, including upkeep and maintenance, could fall on other governing entities, which include the state government, cities, counties, and private organizations.
Determining liability and negligence also requires a specific set of rules and steps that must be followed, and it becomes even more difficult when dealing with private and government entities. Additionally, since ownership of Florida roadways varies, the time limit or statute of limitations for suing the at-fault party for a road accident will also differ. This also applies to the requirements that injured individuals must meet when filing claims.
Talk to an Experienced West Palm Beach Dangerous Roadway Accident Attorney Today
If you or a family member have suffered injuries in a traffic accident, the skilled Port St. Lucie roadway accident attorneys of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa can protect your rights and obtain the financial compensation commensurate to your accident-related damages.
We will handle the investigation for the accident, all the paperwork, and negotiations with the at-fault party’s insurance providers. Schedule your free case consultation with our Port St. Lucie roadway accident attorney today by filling out our online form or calling 866-640-7117.
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