{"id":4582,"date":"2015-09-24T01:33:03","date_gmt":"2015-09-24T01:33:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.terrybryant.com\/blogs\/?p=4582"},"modified":"2023-10-13T08:05:16","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T13:05:16","slug":"what-to-do-when-facing-a-grade-danger-from-an-uneven-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.terrybryant.com\/blogs\/what-to-do-when-facing-a-grade-danger-from-an-uneven-road","title":{"rendered":"Top 4 Things To Do When Driving On An Uneven Road"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dangers of Uneven Roads<\/h1>\n

Tips on How to Be Safe When Driving on Uneven Roads<\/h2>\n
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Uneven Road Sign<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Everyone has been driving along when, suddenly, they enter a construction zone where the job is unfinished. Often, this means that the pavement is uneven. A similar situation may occur when there is a dangerous shoulder drop-off or no shoulder at all. When accidents on uneven roads are caused by negligent actions, they may result in a legal claim against the negligent parties, especially in cases related to distracted driving lawsuits<\/a>.<\/p>

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Even though many states have rules about drop-offs, these road conditions may pose serious problems for drivers who are changing lanes.\u00a0 Don\u2019t lose control of your vehicle if you encounter uneven pavement.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

How to Stay Safe on Uneven Roads<\/h2>\n

When driving on roads where the lanes are uneven, keep these things in mind:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Don’t resist<\/strong> — If you find your vehicle traveling toward a drop-off, wait until you can smoothly turn back onto the road to avoid accidents like drowsy driving injuries<\/a>, instead of quickly turning the wheel.  Fighting resistance may lead to more damage than continuing onto an unpaved path.<\/li>\n
  2. Don’t overcorrect<\/strong> — You may be tempted to steer aggressively back onto the road if you are having difficulty getting back on track. However, returning to the travel lane sooner is not always better.<\/li>\n
  3. Avoid changing lanes<\/strong> — If you are traveling on a road with uneven lanes, do not change lanes until the pavement is even again.<\/li>\n
  4. Research road construction<\/strong> — If you know that an area is currently under construction, take an alternate route, if possible, to avoid any potential danger.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident caused by driving<\/a> on an uneven road, contact our attorneys at the accident and injury law office of Terry Bryant about your potential claim. You can reach us by phone at (713) 973-8888 and 800-444-5000, via chat, or by using our online form.<\/p>\n

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