ArticlesUS Highway 431 in Alabama is a 353 mile stretch of road between the Alabama and Tennessee border.
Often referred to as the “Highway to Hell,” Hwy 431 in Alabama obtained the reputation for the deadliest highway in the world.
If you are involved in a car accident on Highway 431 in Alabama, a qualified personal injury attorney can work to protect your rights as you seek recovery for your losses.
The Dangers of US Highway 431
Multiple factors contribute to the dangerousness of US Route 431 in Alabama:
- The majority of the stretch of roadway has poor visibility;
- The highway is a mostly two-lane highway that suddenly switches to a four-lane highway, then back to a two-lane highway at critical points;
- US Highway 431 cuts through multiple towns, requiring people to suddenly stop and slow their speed;
- US Highway 431 contains multiple curves;
- There are a large number of vehicles entering and exiting the highway at any given time; and
- The stretch of Highway 431 in Alabama is extremely long.
These factors, combined with poor decision-making and distracted driving, cause a substantial number of accidents on Hwy 431 in Alabama.
How to Drive Safely on Highway 431 in Alabama
Traffic accidents occur every day. However, there are steps you can take to drive safely on US Hwy 431 and on all roadways.
While you cannot control the behavior of other drivers on the road with you, undertaking certain safety precautions may prevent you from being the unfortunate victim of a car accident.
Following a few simple tips reduces your risk of causing a car accident on US Route 431 in Alabama and all roadways.
Avoid Distractions
Keep your hands free of technology. Don’t text or surf the internet while driving. Taking your eyes off the road, even for a few seconds, could result in deadly consequences.
Don’t Speed
It’s important to always drive the speed limit. The faster you drive, the less time you have to stop in an emergency. Additionally, traveling at high speeds increases the impact of an accident and the likelihood that severe injury or death may occur.
Avoid Fatigued Driving
Take measures to avoid driving while fatigued. When drowsy or overtired, your reflexes and ability to spot dangers become less sharp. If you’re feeling tired, pull off the road and rest.
Always Wear a Seatbelt
Even though seatbelts are required by law, many people fail to buckle up, resulting in catastrophic injury or death in a car accident. Seatbelts save lives. You should never skip putting on a seatbelt any time you get into a car.
Avoid Bad Weather
If you can, it’s recommended to avoid traveling in inclement weather. In fog or icy conditions, driving becomes exponentially more hazardous. If you must drive in bad weather, stay alert.
Never Drink and Drive
Drunk driving is one of the most tragic and avoidable causes of car accidents. Never drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Recent Highway 431 Car Accident Settlement
THE CASE: Attorney Fob James, IV represented a couple severely injured in a car crash on Highway 431. The crash occurred at night on Hwy 431 when Fob’s client collided into a trailer that did not have functioning tail lights. The insurance carrier said Fob’s client should have avoided the crash. Fob filed a lawsuit arguing the other driver was primarily at fault because his client did not have adequate time to avoid colliding with the rear of the trailer. In other words, once his clients’ headlights illuminated the rear of the black trailer, it was too late to swerve out of the way. After conducting accident reconstruction, Fob’s expert was able to show that Fob’s client could not avoid the crash.
CASE RESULT: The insurance carriers tendered policy limits of $1.1 million dollars.
Contact A Highway 431 Personal Injury Attorney For Help
The personal injury attorneys at the Fob James Law Firm focus their practice on personal injury cases throughout Alabama. We understand the hardship resulting from recovery after a car accident.
If you’re involved in a car accident on Hwy 431 in Alabama, let us help you. We provide our clients with aggressive representation to obtain the highest possible settlement.
Contact the Fob James Law Firm today for a free case review. Get started on your road to recovery after an accident on Highway 431 in Alabama.
Fob James
Fob James obtained a B.S., in software engineering from Auburn University and then continued his education by getting his J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law. After working for a large regional firm for several years where he obtained awards for both individual and corporate clients, Fob found that his passion was fighting for individuals who have been seriously injured or wronged by others. Fob believes that the jury is the great equalizer to the power and influence that large corporations have in society.