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Who Is To Blame For Accidents Involving Items On The Road?

11 June 2021

Arthur Young

Whether it is a large tire from a semi-truck or a bumper from another vehicle, when there are objects in the road — serious injuries can occur. Unfortunately, unlike traditional auto accidents, incidents involving an object on the road can sometimes be challenging when it comes to assessing fault. However, it is not impossible. If you or a loved one were in an accident that involved an object on the road, learn what you can do.

Driver Negligence

A common cause for these sorts of accidents is driver negligence. For example, if a driver is hauling a large load on the back of the vehicle and failed to secure it properly, any items that fall out can cause an accident. In these incidents, the driver of the vehicle from which the object came from can generally be found liable for all costs related to the accident.

Accident Debris

Another common issue drivers face is accident debris left on the road. Unfortunately, these sorts of scenarios can sometimes be a challenge, particularly if the accident just occurred and there has not been time to clean up the road just yet. In this instance, it may be impossible to place direct blame. Your best option may be to file a claim against your own insurance company. 

Business or Government Liability

Road construction is necessary to maintain roadways. However, it is the responsibility of both the construction company working on the road and the government entity managing the road to ensure these projects are safe. For accidents that involve objects left on the road by these workers or city, county, or state officials, these organizations could be responsible for any injuries you sustained and the damage to your vehicle. An auto accident attorney will be especially important in this situation.

Untraceable Items

If there is an object on the road that seems to come out of nowhere, it can seem that there is nothing you can do to place blame for the accident. Yet, an attorney can help. They may be able to use their investigative skills to determine where the object came from to place liability. Even if this effort turns out unsuccessful, an attorney can help you file a claim against your own insurance company if necessary.

These sorts of accidents are very complex. As such, it is very helpful to have an attorney on your side who will work with you to sort through the matter. Make sure you partner with someone who can help you for the best outcome. Contact an auto accident attorney for more information. 

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