Truck Crashes in Road Construction Zones

A work zone, or construction zone vehicle crash occurs when the initial harmful occurrence in a marked off area takes place, or happens at any approach or exit within a construction area.

Workers in construction may not need to be available and at work during the time of collision for the dilemma to be determined as a construction zone collision.

Not one answer is clear regarding who is responsible for a crash in a construction area.

As for any vehicle accident, a similar legal principle applies. Due to negligence, Individuals who are in breach of duty of care become the party of liability for sustained injuries.

If an individual is injured in a vehicle accident, he or she can hire a lawyer. An attorney of this caliber can negotiate with any other motorists to determine who is liable to pay for any damage. The personal injury lawyer, if necessary, can file a lawsuit.

The individual at fault normally must compensate another party for property and medical expenses. In addition to those expenses, they pay for pain and suffering, and lost wages.

At times, the construction workers and the construction company may have practiced safety in operation. However, the actions of a motorist may have resulted in the collision.

For example, a driver hits the rear of another motorist who stopped or slowed down properly; a vehicle strikes warning equipment or warning sign to cause a chain reaction. Other vehicles or another motor vehicle ran into the front vehicle; and a motorist was distracted and failed to see warning signs. This distraction resulted in a collision with another motorist who may have followed the rules.

You or a member of your family may have been involved in a trucking accident. Thus, it is advisable to contact legal counsel, which can be invaluable in such a situation.

Automobile insurance can compensate for repair maybe part of the replacement cost or damages, either completely or for some of the parties involved. It may even cover for partial medical expenses.

In the United States, vehicle accidents account for 6 million reported collisions, which are among the most occurring causes of injuries. Among these, about 30,000 are determined to be fatal.

Involving additional injuries, 2 million vehicle collisions result in damage, which are considered crucial.

It is best, therefore, to contact a physician immediately for more detailed information and cases.


Severe automobile accidents can leave critical emotional scars on individuals who sustain personal injuries. Those who are witnesses of collisions can be devastated also.

Treatments for emotional injuries and counseling, post traumatic stress disorder, and injuries of a similar nature can basically be common.

You or a family member may have sustained a personal injury in a vehicle collision. Contact an esteemed vehicle crash injury attorney immediately.

An attorney can provide assistance and make a necessary evaluation of your case. You may be entitled to funds owed to you to cover damages.

Contact us for a free consultation or call Anzalone Law Firm PLLC, at: 603.548.3797.