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ROAD DEFECT  AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS

A special class of motor vehicle accidents involve factors external to the driver or the vehicle.  These are generally known as roadway defect cases.  They can involve the design of the roadway itself wherein a :

  • Poorly designed roadway, intersection

  • Means of controlling traffic can cause or contribute to an accident 

They can also involve the conditions of the roadway wherein

  • Construction or debris can cause or contribute to an accident

Under certain circumstances, where the law permits, a governmental agency may be held responsible for their

  • Negligent design and maintenance of the roadway

Automobile accident litigation, although common, is among the most complicated areas of tort litigation given the myriad types of motor vehicle accidents and the various laws governing this area.  Thus, it is critical that an injured person receive experienced representation in a timely manner to insure that their medical bills are paid, their right protected and that they receive just compensation for their injuries.

The New York automobile accident lawyers at Gair, Gair, Conason, Steigman & Mackauf have more than 40 years of experience and represented thousands of victims injured in automobile accidents.

 

 

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