Water Pooling Dangers
Driving in hazardous weather can be very dangerous, but many people fail to consider lingering dangers after these conditions cease. After a lot of rain or a heavy storm has concluded, many drivers get back on the road under the assumption that the roadway is back to normal. Unfortunately, water may have gathered on the road surface and been retained in pools. Although it is the responsibility of local municipalities to maintain the safety of roadways, sometimes these entities are negligent in their duties and fail to do so. This may result in a puddle of unknown depth on the road, potentially causing an individual to lose control of his or her vehicle.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a collision caused by water pooling, contact the experienced Houston highway defect lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 832-369-8296 to discuss the potential merits of legal action in your case.
Dangers of Water Pooling
Water pools can form in potholes or in depressions in the road surface resulting from shifting of the pavement. Because drivers do not know the depth of water pools, they may risk serious injury by driving through them, even though driving through them may be unavoidable. Some of the many dangers of water pooling include:
- Vehicle rollover
- Loss of control
- Hydroplaning
- Collision with property
- Collision with other vehicle
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has been injured in a traffic accident associated with water pooling, contact the experienced Houston road defect attorneys of Williams Kherkher at 832-369-8296 today.