Many different things can lead to accidents occurring and injuries particularly on roadways, turnpikes, and in public spaces. The presence of faulty signs and a failure to put warning signs lead to many of these accidents. Negligence in failing to warn individuals who are driving or walking can lead to many sustaining serious injuries. The Licatesi Law Group is a personal injury law firm that specializes in negligence claims dealing with personal injury cases. Seeking legal advice from an experienced personal injury attorney is crucial after your accident.

WARNINGS ENSURING SAFETY:

It is important for individuals to be warned of hazardous conditions in an effort to prevent accidents from occurring. These signs can serve as notice of hazardous conditions, changes in conditions, or necessary precautions. Signs being faulty can mean poor design, lack of maintaining the sign, or the total absence of the sign.

COMMON SCENARIOS INVOLVING FAULTY SIGNS:

Some of the most common places for these accidents to occur include roadways, turnpikes, public spaces, and construction sites. Construction sites having signs is extremely important as many accidents can occur injuring the workers and any visitors causing serious injuries to occur. Roadways and Turnpikes are another scenario in which having a faulty sign that does not indicate road changes or conditions can significantly increase the risk of collisions indicating another common place for these accidents to occur. When individuals go shopping, to parks, or other public areas having adequate signage will prevent accidents such as trip/slip and fall accidents from occurring. Wet floors and other accidents can result in long-lasting injuries.

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

When a party is at fault for a faulty sign causing an accident to occur, they can be held liable under negligence in New York. New York law places a duty on businesses, property owners, and companies to maintain safe environments for workers and the public. They may be held liable for injuries allowing the injured victim to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

SEEK LEGAL REMEDIES:

After an accident has occurred reaching out to legal counsel experienced in personal injury cases is of importance. The Licatesi Law Group can help you with investigation, establishing liability, negotiating with insurance companies, litigation, and navigating medical treatment. The Licatesi Law Group has a dedicated team of experienced attorneys well-versed on cases that result from faulty signage. If you or a loved one has been injured due to a faulty sign, contact The Licatesi Law Group today for a complimentary consultation.