When you hear of a road traffic accident you automatically think of a vehicle collision. Poor driving skills are a major factor in most road traffic accidents but there are other factors that also can cause injury, and not just to car drivers but motorbike riders, cyclists and pedestrians. Poor road surfaces and maintenance!
Road Surfaces and the Weather
Recently, we have seen adverse weather conditions here in the UK, with some places getting two months rain in just a couple of hours dumped on them. Heavy rain or flash floods can erode road surfaces, road markings and even traffic signs can be ripped down that warns drivers of potential hazards ahead.
Potholes are another common problem. Drivers will automatically try and swerve their vehicle out of the way of a pothole and can then put themselves in even bigger danger by over-steering into oncoming traffic, mount pavements and put pedestrians at risk. The same can be said for motorbike riders and also cyclists. Hitting a pothole at speed is not good for the wheels and carriage of any road vehicle and can cause serious accidents if the driver loses control.
In most cases, if you have suffered an injury or damage to your vehicle or bike due to poor road conditions you may be eligible to make an injury claim against your local authority or council. If you would like to know more about pursing this type of claim then talk to The Injury Lawyers on 0800 634 7575 or fill out our form below and we will contact you asap to give you the best professional advice possible.
