Posted On: March 29, 2011 by Cohn & Smith

Are There Road Hazards In Your County?

Any type of road hazard can be dangerous to you. For years, personal injury attorneys in Broward County have successfully filed claims against the counties and cities on behalf of drivers and passengers of cars, motorcycles and even bicycles.

In Florida, a recent case in Sunrise, Holmes v. City of Sunrise, made it easier for seriously injured victims to be compensated for personal injuries caused by various types of city or county road hazards.

A Broward resident, Mr. Schwatts was in an accident in Broward County while out riding his bicycle one day. Schwatts’ hit a depression in the road that was two feet wide and an inch and a half deep, on Broward Blvd, (a county road) in the city of Fort Lauderdale. Investigations revealed that about five weeks prior to the Schwatts accident, complaints had been made to Broward County and the city of Fort lauderdale, about two potholes in the cyclist path on the same stretch of the road where Schwatts happen to be riding.

Always seek legal counsel from an experienced personal Injury attorney when bringing an action against any state, county or city municipality, these cases may contain complex issues and you will want to ensure that you receive proper compensation. Victims of road hazards should consult an attorney who has had experience taking legal action for cases involving dangerous road conditions.