Utah Woman Involved in Single-Vehicle Crash Trying to Avoid Road Debris

St. George, UT-Road debris is a common sight on Utah’s highways and many motorists take evasive action without considering the potential crash risk. Such is the case of a Utah woman who careened of the road in attempt to avoid road debris.
St. George News reports that on August 13^th, around 1:40 p.m., police responded to a single vehicle accident in 1-5 just before the St. George Ave. exit.
Utah Highway Patrol says the driver was in the far left lane when she attempted to avoid tire debris and lost control of her car. She then ran off the road and came to stop in sandy area beside the road. Her car narrowly missed hitting a fence, according to the St. George News.
Fortunately, the woman was not seriously injured, but was taken to the hospital to be checked out because of a medical condition not related to the accident.
We see road debris so often that we easily forget the risks it poses. According to the American Automobile Association says that road debris causes roughly 25,000 traffic accidents each year. Of those accidents approximately 80 to 90 are fatal. Sixty-three percent of the accidents occur on highways where speeds exceed 55 mph and the danger of being in an accident is greater.
Remnants of tractor-trailer tires are the most frequently encountered road debris. But many other objects from passenger vehicles and commercial trucks also litter the nation’s highways. AAA says motorists are usually better off if they hit road debris rather than make evasive maneuvers which can cause them to lose control of their vehicles and cause an even worse accident.  AAA also recommends that motorists contact authorities if they see hazardous road debris.
In most cases, victims of road debris accidents aren’t able to identify the person responsible for the obstruction in the road. That means if they are injured they must file and injury claim with their insurer. To ensure they get the amount of compensation they require for their injuries, victims are advised to speak with a personal injury attorney in St. George before agreeing to any settlement amount.
If the source of the road debris can be clearly identified, a person should get the license plate number and notify authorities. This will help you identify the person who is financially responsible for your injuries and property damage.
Accident victims typically feel confused and overwhelmed following a major traffic accident. They must grapple with their injuries along with worry about how they are going to cover their accident-related costs. With the guidance of a personal injury attorney in Utah, victims of traffic accidents can put their worries to rest and have confidence they will be fairly compensated.
If you have been in any type of traffic accident, USAttorneys can connect with a talented and tenacious personal injury attorney near your Utah location. Contact us today and we’ll help you find the best attorney in your area to assist you with your injury or wrongful death claim.