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San Diego Dangerous Road Conditions Attorney
Hulburt Law Firm represents people and families in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases involving dangerous roads throughout San Diego County. Attorney Conor Hulburt served as lead trial counsel in a case that secured a $28.16 million jury verdict against Caltrans for a boy struck while using a dangerous crosswalk.
We investigate roadway design, maintenance records, and what public agencies knew about a hazard to build the evidence needed to hold responsible parties accountable.
Injured by a dangerous road? We can help.
Dangerous Road Cases We Handle
We handle serious injury and wrongful death cases involving unsafe roads, intersections, crosswalks, and work zones throughout San Diego County. A dangerous condition may cause a collision or worsen the injuries. For example, when a missing guardrail leaves a steep roadside drop-off unprotected. Our cases include:
Dangerous Intersections and Crosswalks
Construction Zone and Work Zone Accidents
Potholes and Poor Road Maintenance
Defective Road Design, Guardrails and Edge Drop-Offs
Poor Signage, Signals and Obstructed Visibility
Mixed Responsibility: Dangerous Roads and Negligent Drivers
Meet Your Dangerous Road Attorneys
Conor Hulburt and Leslie Hulburt represent people and families facing catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. In dangerous roadway cases, they work to uncover how the road contributed to the harm, what the responsible agency knew, and whether reasonable safety measures could have prevented the injury.
Conor served as lead trial counsel in Quiroz v. Caltrans, obtaining a $28.16 million jury verdict for a 13-year-old boy struck while using a dangerous crosswalk. The case required detailed investigation, engineering testimony, and evidence of Caltrans’s own policies to establish responsibility despite the agency’s efforts to blame the driver and invoke government immunities.
Leslie brings substantial litigation and trial experience to the firm’s serious injury cases. Her work includes developing the facts, expert evidence, and legal arguments needed to present complex claims clearly. Together, Conor and Leslie prepare cases to address public-entity defenses and demonstrate the full impact of an injury on the client and family.
Dangerous Road Case Results
Our attorneys have obtained significant results in dangerous roadway and wrongful death cases, including the examples below. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Dangerous Road
Jury verdict against Caltrans for a 13-year-old boy who suffered a catastrophic brain injury after he was struck by a vehicle while using a dangerous crosswalk.
Fatal Event Collision
Rough asphalt on a race route significantly reduced tire traction, causing a racer to lose control of his vehicle and suffer fatal injuries.
Dangerous Road
Settlement against Caltrans and others for a cyclist who was struck from behind on State Route 67 and suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.
How We Build a Dangerous Road Case
Free Case Review
We listen to what happened and review available reports, photographs, and other information to assess whether the roadway contributed to the crash or injuries. We also identify potential defendants and any urgent claim deadlines.
Preserve Evidence
Roadway evidence can change quickly. Potholes are repaired, vegetation is trimmed, and work zones disappear. When appropriate, we inspect the scene, document the hazard, locate witnesses, and send preservation requests before important evidence is lost.
Public Records
We seek design plans, maintenance records, prior complaints, collision history, and other agency documents. These records can help establish who was responsible for the roadway and what they knew about the danger before the crash.
eXPERT ANALYSIS
We work with engineers, accident reconstructionists, and other specialists as the case requires. Their analysis helps explain how the roadway contributed to the harm and whether reasonable safety measures could have prevented it.
Government Claims
We prepare required government claims and pursue the responsible parties. As the case develops, we address liability defenses and document the full extent of the client’s injuries, losses, and future care needs.
Resolution or Trial
We prepare the evidence for a clear presentation in settlement negotiations and, when necessary, at trial. That preparation connects the roadway hazard, the responsible parties’ conduct, and the lasting impact on the client and family.
California Dangerous Road Law: Public Entity Liability & Deadlines
Claims against a city, county, or Caltrans involve special liability rules, government defenses, and claim deadlines. A successful case requires evidence connecting the roadway condition to the injury and establishing the public entity’s legal responsibility.
When Is a Public Entity Responsible for a Dangerous Road?
What Is Design Immunity, and How Does It Affect These Cases?
Can a Dangerous Roadway Case Involve Both a Public Entity and a Negligent Driver?
What Compensation Is Available in Dangerous Roadway Cases?
What Deadlines Apply to Dangerous Roadway Claims in California?
The Hulburt Law Difference
In-Depth Investigations
We examine the roadway, agency records, and crash evidence to uncover overlooked hazards and identify who was responsible.
Tech-Forward Approach
We use photographs, video, graphics, and expert analysis to explain complex roadway hazards and show how they contributed to the injury.
Maximum Compensation
We document how the injury affects your independence, work, and daily life, including future treatment and care costs.
The Right Experience
Conor Hulburt obtained a $28.16 million jury verdict against Caltrans as lead trial counsel, experience that informs our preparation and strategy.
Genuine Care
Conor and Leslie stay involved in your case, explain important decisions, and take time to understand your family’s needs.
Dangerous Road FAQs
What government immunity defenses can affect a dangerous road case?
What is a “dangerous roadway condition” in California?
How do I know if a dangerous road or crosswalk contributed to my crash?
Can I sue a city, county, or the State of California for a dangerous roadway?
Who is responsible for maintaining the road where I was injured?
What should I do if I think a dangerous roadway caused or worsened my crash?
How long does a dangerous roadway case usually take?
Do I need an attorney for a dangerous roadway case, and how are fees handled?
Serving Clients Across San Diego County
Hulburt Law Firm represents people and families in serious injury and wrongful death cases involving dangerous roads throughout San Diego County, including North County, coastal communities, East County, and the South Bay.
Request a Free Case Review
Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.
Hulburt Law Firm handles serious personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout San Diego County.
