The rules of the road change in adverse weather conditions. Driving the posted speed limit on an icy road, for instance, could be considered an act of extreme carelessness. If you were injured due to another driver's failure to adjust to winter road conditions, you may be able to pursue compensation for your losses
At Colucci, Colucci, Marcus & Flavin, P.C., we have extensive experience handling auto accident claims for clients from the Boston area and throughout Massachusetts. We know how bad the roads can get in Massachusetts in the winter. We also know that drivers must adjust their behavior to match dangerous road conditions.
Contact us today online or by telephone at 617-379-1797 or 866-528-3515 to speak with a knowledgeable Boston, MA, car crash attorney.
Careless Drivers and Winter Roads
Important factors to consider in a winter road accident include:
- Driver responsibility: Drivers must be cautious on winter roads. When they speed or fail to allow enough distance between cars to safely stop, they are not exercising due caution. Depending upon other circumstances, these drivers may be found solely liable for car accident injuries.
- Multiple car accidents: Winter road conditions often give rise to pileups and other multiple car accidents. It can be very difficult to demonstrate any driver was more negligent than the other. Oftentimes, it is found that the winter road conditions were responsible for the accident and no driver was at fault.
- Maintenance problems: In some cases, a party charged with maintaining winter roads may be found liable for damages. Parking lots, driveways and other areas must be cleared of ice and snow in a timely manner to protect visitors from harm. Failure to do so can result in traffic accidents and slip-and-fall accidents.
Whatever the cause of your winter road accident, our lawyers are prepared to help you seek full and fair compensation for the losses you have suffered.
Contact Us
We work on a contingency fee basis in all areas related to personal injury law, including cases involving winter car accidents. You pay nothing to us unless we obtain compensation for you.
We are available for day, evening and weekend appointments. Home and hospital consultations are available. To contact our Boston, MA, car wreck lawyers, call 617-379-1797 or 866-528-3515. You may also contact us by e-mail.
