Municipal Roadway Negligence
We all pay taxes in exchange for a variety of governmental services, including the creation and maintenance of safe public roads. Most government employees earn the trust we place in them by working to keep our communities safe. Unfortunately, as in all fields, there are some employees in the public sector who do not take their duties seriously enough.
When a municipal agency fails to properly oversee roadway construction and negligence, the results can be disastrous for innocent people. If you or a member of your family has been injured due to an uneven, cracked, or otherwise unmaintained road, filing a legal claim may be the most effective way to protect your rights. Call Jacksonville municipal roadway negligence lawyer Donald Guthrie at 904-296-1088 to learn more about how we can help you.
Identifying Municipal Roadway Negligence
Negligently constructing and maintaining roads is one of the most dangerous acts of negligence that a municipality can commit. Unfortunately, it is also among the most common. Potentially deadly municipal errors that can affect our communities’ roadways include:
- Failure to find and repair damage such as potholes, steep shoulder inclines, etc.
- Failure to install necessary traffic lights, signs, and other safety devices
- Failure to adequately supervise roadway construction
Errors like these can cause catastrophic injuries, major property damage, and tragic fatalities. If your life has been affected by a municipal worker’s failure to perform his or her duties adequately, our Jacksonville municipal road negligence attorneys will fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact Us
Jacksonville highway defect lawyer Donald Guthrie fights passionately for the rights of negligence victims. To learn more about your legal rights and options, contact us today at 904-296-1088.