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How to Prevent Crashing in a Construction Zone

Construction season has started and there will be plenty more as summer comes. Driving through construction zones are never any fun, however, it is important that drivers remember the workers and equipment are there to make roads safer and better for everyone. As a driver you need to slow down and take your time because many dangers can be found in construction zones. You should always be prepared and stay focused, because many things can happen unexpectedly such as the speed limit dropping, traffic lanes being changed, and there may be a lot of equipment or people working along the road. Paying attention to signs or a flagger will let you know what is going on and help guide you through the zone.

Do you know what the most common type of crash is in a construction zone? A rear-end collision is the most common type of accident in work zone. A major cause for this is because people don’t stay alert enough and try to hurry through it. If you are speeding and something unexpected happens you will have less time to react than if you were driving the speed limit or slower. Driving slower and taking your time will help keep you and your passengers safe as well as the road workers. If you are traveling a long distance you should leave a little early and plan for delays, especially if you will be traveling on major interstates and highways. The Iowa DOT offers a road condition map that tells you where construction zones are and what is being done so you know ahead of time and can be prepared. Before you get frustrated and try to get through the zone as fast as possible, imagine for a minute what it’s like for the construction worker to be on the side of the road with cars zooming past at high speeds.

Being cautious and safe will help reduce your risk of being involved in a car accident, but if you are still in a car accident in Iowa you know that car accident claims can be stressful to deal with;. If you or someone you know has been in a car accident in a construction zone, our attorneys at Walker, Billingsley & Bair are here to help any questions you may be having regarding your claim. We offer an Iowa Car Accident Book at No Cost to Iowans injured in car accidents. To request a copy of our no risk or obligation book you can visit us at www.IowaCarAccidentBook.com or Call Now 1-800-707-2552 ext. 212 (24 hour recorded message) Your Journey for Justice Starts Here!