Kent Poor Road Conditions Accident Lawyer
For all the beauty of the Evergreen State, Washington also has some of the worst road conditions in the nation. Multiple studies conducted over the last decade show that Washington ranks in the Top 10 for worst road conditions in the United States. Poor road conditions are obviously very concerning for all drivers in the state, as they lead to a greater risk for injury accidents.
If you were injured in an accident in Kent due to poor road conditions, you should not be held responsible for the damages you suffered as a result. A Kent poor road conditions accident lawyer at Herschensohn Law can help you build a case and fight for the financial compensation you deserve.
Filing a lawsuit for an accident caused by poor road conditions can be a difficult process, especially on your own. Just because you are involved in an accident caused by a seemingly unsafe work zone or another road hazard does not mean that your lawsuit is guaranteed to be successful. Keeping this in mind, you may want to seek legal assistance if you do not believe that you were at fault for your accident.
Our car accident attorneys can help build your case with evidence that answers the following questions:
What Poor Road Conditions Caused the Accident?
When you are going through the initial steps of filing a lawsuit, your attorney will need to know what caused your accident in Kent. Some of the most common unsafe road conditions that can lead to accidents include:
- Potholes
- Loose debris
- Objects on the road
- Ice and snow that are not removed in a timely fashion
- Lack of traffic signals
Road conditions like these can cause not only serious damage to your vehicle, but also cause dangerous situations for yourself, other drivers, and pedestrians. Once you and your lawyer determine what caused your accident, the next step in the process is determining who should be held responsible.
Who Is At Fault for Your Car Accident?
When it comes to poor road conditions, it is often the government who is negligent in their actions and should ultimately be held liable. After all, it is the government’s responsibility to ensure that all roads are properly maintained and that any debris from construction or maintenance projects is removed in a timely fashion.
Of course, there are some factors that are out of the government’s control. They cannot dictate how much snow or rain will fall. However, it is their duty to remove snow and ice from roadways as quickly as it is safe to do so and to put up warning signs about potentially dangerous road conditions. In the event of heavy rain, it is also the government’s duty to post signage indicating that a road is flooded.
Next, We Must Prove Fault
To prove fault, your attorney will need to prove that the government was aware of the situation in the first place. If road conditions recently worsened and there was not ample time for the government to correct the problem, you may not be able to recover compensation.
If you are unsure if the cause of your accident makes you eligible for a lawsuit, our Kent car accident attorney can guide you through the process. With our experience and understanding of Washington law, the team at Herschensohn Law can be invaluable to you as you attempt to recover damages.
Once your attorney has proven what caused the accident and who should be held responsible, the focus will shift to recovering damages. If you were in a one-car accident and did not suffer any injuries, yet your car was damaged or even totaled, you could still receive compensation for repairs, replacement parts, vehicle rental fees, and other monetary expenses.
Depending on the severity of your accident, other damages you may be able to recover include medical expenses, lost wages for missed work, reduced earning capacity for long-term injuries, and in more extreme cases, pain and suffering. If you obeyed all traffic laws but still got into an accident caused by poor road conditions, you may not be responsible for the damages that resulted from your crash.
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There are many benefits of having a car accident lawyer on your side, especially if you are filing a lawsuit against a major corporation or government entity. City, county, state, and federal governments have resources at their disposal that you simply do not have on your own. A lawyer with experience in accident cases involving the government will already know how to handle a lawsuit of this kind.
In addition, our lawyers can serve as your voice by speaking with insurance companies, medical professionals, and any witnesses to your accident. We can also calculate your losses to come up with a fair and accurate assessment of your damages.
Finally, our attorneys can ensure you file before the statute of limitations expires. Under RCW 4.16.080, personal injury victims have three years to file a lawsuit, but exceptions can limit that time, such as filing a claim against a government agency. With our deep knowledge of Washington law, the team at Herschensohn Law is ready to present your case and put you in the best possible position to recover compensation.
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When you follow all traffic laws yet still find yourself in an accident, it can be a very frustrating experience. As bills pile up and money is spent on vehicle repairs and replacement parts that you would not have otherwise needed, you may feel hopeless in your quest to recover compensation.
A car accident attorney with Herschensohn Law can help you in your time of need by reviewing the facts of the case, compiling evidence, and presenting your lawsuit. The idea of going up against the government may seem like a daunting task, but you should not let that deter you. No matter who caused your accident, you have rights, and you should not be held responsible for something that was not your fault.
When you are ready to seek legal assistance for an accident that was caused by poor road conditions, the team at Herschensohn Law is ready to help. We offer free consultations for all accident victims. To learn more, contact our car accident attorneys in Washington today at (206) 588-4344.
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After a worker was electrocuted on a construction site and suffered life-changing injuries, we fought and won on their behalf.
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When you request your free consultation, Kent personal injury attorney Zach Herschensohn will listen to you, answer your questions, lay out your legal options, and give you down-to-earth legal advice.
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