Highway Defect Accidents
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Highway Defect Crash Cases
When highways are designed, built, or maintained improperly, drivers and passengers can suffer catastrophic injuries. In these cases, government entities, contractors, and private companies may all share responsibility.
At RedStone Law, our attorneys — Mike, Morgan, and Mark — handle complex highway defect and road design cases throughout Tennessee and Kentucky. These cases often involve missing signage, faulty drainage, poor lighting, or dangerous intersections — and they require deep understanding of federal and state safety standards.
Our team works closely with engineers, safety experts, and reconstruction professionals to uncover where safety shortcuts were taken and who failed to act.
Our Six-Step Approach to Highway Defect Cases
1. Investigate the Scene Immediately
We visit the site quickly to document hazards such as poor signage, erosion, or surface damage. Small details often reveal large-scale negligence.
2. Interview Witnesses and Officials
Our retired police investigator and legal team interview witnesses, law enforcement, and relevant government officials involved in highway design, maintenance, or repair.
3. Secure Photos, Video & Vehicle Data
We collect and preserve all available surveillance footage, dashcam video, and “black box” data from vehicles before it is deleted or lost.
4. Preserve Hidden Evidence
We send preservation notices to highway departments, contractors, and municipalities to ensure design plans, inspection reports, and maintenance records are not destroyed.
5. Free Case Evaluation
We review your situation, answer your questions, and identify responsible parties and potential damages — all at no cost to you.
6. Personalized Plan of Action
Once you hire us, we develop a clear step-by-step plan tailored to your case. You’ll receive access to your RedStone Law Client Portal for 24/7 updates or mailed communication if you prefer.
“We know the regulations, the experts, and how to prove when the system fails to keep drivers safe.”
— Attorneys Mike, Morgan & Mark
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About RedStone Law
RedStone Law is about building relationships with clients for life. We provide affordable legal services in Tennessee & Kentucky with a focus in Auto Accidents. The team at RedStone law brings over 25 years of experience helping hundreds of accident victims against at-fault drivers and commercial operators of all types.
HOW DOES redstone LAW DETERMINE FAULT FOR A HIGHWAY DEFECT INJURY OR DEATH?
Our first step is identifying all potentially responsible parties — including local or state agencies, engineering firms, and private contractors. We then determine how each contributed to the unsafe condition that caused your crash.
Common highway defects include:
- Potholes and crumbling pavement
- Inadequate drainage or water pooling
- Missing or obstructed warning signs
- Worn or faded lane markings
- Faulty or unlit traffic signals
- Missing or poorly installed guardrails
- Dangerous shoulder drop-offs or uneven surfaces
- Overgrown vegetation blocking visibility
- Defective or low-grade construction materials
- Poorly lit roadways or intersections
If the responsible agency knew of these hazards but failed to fix them, they can be held liable for your injuries or the wrongful death of a loved one.
how DOES redstone LAW handle A Highway Construction Site Case?
Highway defect cases require swift action, especially when government entities are involved, since strict deadlines apply. Our attorneys and paralegals act immediately to:
- Preserve evidence that could be altered or destroyed
- Collect accident reports, maintenance logs, and design plans
- Interview witnesses, construction teams, and DOT personnel
- Retain engineering and safety experts for detailed analysis
- Review state and federal safety standards (.gov and DOT guidelines)
- Investigate prior complaints or known hazards in the area
- Create visual exhibits to clearly show how the defect caused harm
Our firm combines legal strategy with technical expertise to prove negligence — whether the issue is faulty construction, improper maintenance, or unsafe road design.
Insurance Company Tactics
Insurance companies and government adjusters may:
- Blame victims for their own injuries (comparative fault)
- Deny that a defect existed or that it caused the crash
- Misinterpret medical records to reduce claim value
- Delay settlement offers to pressure quick acceptance
- Claim immunity or procedural technicalities to avoid payment
At RedStone Law, we know how to challenge these tactics and use case valuation software and expert opinions to determine what a fair settlement should be. We always give honest, strategic evaluations — not inflated promises.
HOW IS redstone LAW PAID?
You pay nothing upfront.
Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning we’re only paid if we recover money for you. While many law firms charge 40%, our fee is one-third (1/3) — a rate we’ve honored for over 25 years.
All fees and costs are fully transparent and in writing. You’ll receive:
- A free consultation and thorough case evaluation
- 24/7 client portal access
- Timely responses from our experienced team
- Direct communication with Attorneys Mike, Morgan & Mark
With offices in Clarksville, TN, and Hopkinsville, KY, we proudly serve clients across both states who have been injured due to unsafe highways or defective road design.
understanding highway design and safety standards
Highway defect cases often involve complex engineering and safety concepts. Experts worldwide agree that the best roadways are “self-explaining roads” — designed so that drivers naturally understand how to navigate them safely.
According to European research on traffic systems, effective highway design should clearly communicate road type and behavior expectations through visual cues, consistent markings, and proper flow management. When these design principles are ignored — as in poorly lit, confusing, or unmarked roads — crashes become far more likely.
At RedStone Law, we consult with roadway safety experts and traffic engineers to demonstrate when these safety standards were violated and how those failures caused preventable harm.
