Who Pays When Road Construction Causes a Crash?

Posted on December 2, 2025 in Car Accidents

Highway construction zones can create dangerous conditions for drivers. Uneven pavement, narrowed lanes, traffic shifts, inadequate or missing warning signs, heavy equipment and construction workers in the roadway, and suddenly reduced speeds can easily lead to serious accidents.

When a motorist suffers injuries in an accident caused by road construction, they may be entitled to compensation. But where does the compensation come from?

The car accident attorneys at The Melonakos Law Firm can explain who might bear responsibility after a car crash in a construction zone, how you can hold them accountable, and what compensation you might be entitled to.

Who Can Be Held Liable for Road Construction Accidents?

Several parties could face liability in many construction zone accidents in South Carolina, such as:

• Construction companies and contractors – Construction companies and contractors have a legal responsibility to maintain a safe work site and warn drivers of hazards. They may bear responsibility in a personal injury claim if the accident happened due to their failure to follow safety regulations.
• Government agencies – If a municipality or transportation department fails to plan or inspect a work zone properly, they may be held liable for the losses the dangerous highway work zone causes.
• Other drivers – Just as in any other motor vehicle accident, a distracted, impaired, fatigued, or otherwise negligent driver may be responsible for injuries and property damage they cause in construction site accidents.

Proving Negligence in South Carolina Construction Zone Crashes

To hold the at-fault party accountable for a car accident in a construction zone, you must prove that their negligence caused the crash and show how it caused your losses. Our experienced construction zone car accident lawyers can help you prove negligence by gathering:

• Police reports (such as the SC FR-10 form)
• Accident scene photos and videos
• Eyewitness testimony
• Medical and financial records
• Surveillance or dashcam footage
• Expert analysis

Types of Compensation Available for Construction Zone Accidents

Construction zone accident victims often face painful injuries, long recovery times, mounting medical bills, time off work, and significant emotional distress. Compensation for construction zone crashes can account for all these losses.

Our construction zone car accident lawyers can seek compensation for losses like the following for you:

• Medical expenses – Ambulance services, ER visits, surgeries, doctor’s appointments, medications, medical devices, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and future medical expenses related to the accident
• Lost wages – Hourly wages or salary, missed raises or promotions, commissions and tips, sick days, vacation time, medical benefits, and reduced future income
• Pain and suffering – Compensation for the physical, mental, and emotional impact of the accident on your daily life
• Property damage – Repairing or replacing your vehicle and any other property damaged in the accident, as well as compensation for the diminished resale value of your car

Contact The Melonakos Law Firm for Help with Your Construction Zone Accident Claim

If you have suffered injuries in a South Carolina construction zone accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you need a skilled attorney to protect your rights and stand up to the insurance company. The experienced construction zone accident lawyers at The Melonakos Law Firm stand ready to investigate the crash, identify all liable parties, and then fight for the fair compensation you deserve for your serious injuries.

Contact us today for your free consultation with an experienced attorney about your potential personal injury lawsuit.

Michael Melonakos

Michael Melonakos is a Greenville-based personal injury attorney known for his experience representing both accident victims and major insurers. After years with top Atlanta defense firms, he now uses his insider knowledge to help Upstate clients maximize their injury claims. Michael is committed to compassionate service and is actively involved in the Greenville community.