With over 8.5 million licensed drivers in Illinois, it’s easy to see why there is so much wear and tear to the state’s roadways. Potholes are everywhere and are the bane for many Illinois motorists trying to maneuver their way to work and school. According to the AAA, in 2016 potholes caused over $3 million dollars in damage nationally.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident due to potholes, we at America’s Consumer Lawyer are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.
Illinois weather is the perfect storm for the creation of potholes. Potholes are formed by the freezing and thawing of groundwater that has gotten under the road surface due to previous cracks or damage to the road. Cars and trucks are heavy and as they pass over these weak spots, it continues to weaken until the road material has broken down and is displaced, causing a hole in the road.
Initially, when they are small, potholes may cause just minor vehicle damage. But as potholes are left untreated they widen and deepen, and the risk to motorist safety increases. Not only can hitting a pothole cause tire or suspension issues, but it can also cause a driver to lose control of their vehicle, cause them to veer into another lane suddenly, have their tire completely stuck within the pothole, and if the driver is a motorcyclist or bicyclist, they could be thrown from their bike and severely injured. When a vehicle hits a pothole, it can be as much impact as if the vehicle was in a 35mph crash. Pedestrians are also at risk, especially if potholes are covered by leaves or debris.
It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for the various types of roadways of Illinois. Municipality rules vary and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is tasked with handling claims on state roadways. However, not every claim on a state road may be eligible for a payout and because it can be difficult to find out who exactly is responsible for your pothole accident on other roadways, America’s Consumer Lawyer is here to help.
If you or a loved one were injured due to a pothole, you may be able to bring a claim against whomever was tasked with care of the roadway in question. These claims have a statute of limitations, so it is best to discuss your case with a qualified attorney as soon as possible.
We at America’s Consumer Lawyer are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident due to potholes, contact America’s Consumer Lawyer for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, America’s Consumer Lawyer is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
