Road Construction Can Cause Serious Accidents
Car accidents are common in highway construction zones because many drivers fail to take basic precautions when encountering them.

July 16, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- At the beginning of each summer, construction crews around Rochester and the rest of New York begin repairing and updating the state's highway system. The work is essential to assure the safety of drivers in the Empire State, but the difficulty of negotiating construction work can cause serious accidents resulting in severe injuries to drivers and their families. Indeed, countless drivers suffer severe injuries each summer because someone failed to recognize the danger inherent in road construction sites.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Construction Zones

Car accidents are common in highway construction zones because many drivers fail to take basic precautions when encountering them. Accidents are commonly caused by:
- Speeding: crews post lower speed limits in construction zones not only to protect themselves from injury, but also to prevent accidents. Road repair often involves rough, uneven pavement or shifting lanes and drivers may not be able to navigate the site safely at regular highway speeds. Furthermore, cars are often required to stop in construction zones and speeding drivers may not have time to safely stop before hitting a stopped car.
- Failure to Heed Posted Instructions: because of distraction, impairment or simple carelessness, drivers sometimes do not notice posted signs describing lane closures, pavement conditions and other hazards. As a result, they can cause serious accidents with other drivers.
- Refusal to Merge: some studies indicate that most accidents in construction zones occur at the beginning of construction zones where drivers are required to merge. It is not uncommon for drivers to speed up and refuse to merge properly in order to get in front of another vehicle before entering the construction zone.

No matter what the cause of an accident - speeding, failure to heed posted instructions or refusal to merge - if a negligent driver is responsible, he may be liable for the injuries he causes.

An Attorney Can Help

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact an experienced personal injury attorney. A knowledgeable personal injury lawyer can assess your case and help you receive the compensation for your injuries you deserve. For more information, contact an attorney today.

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