Indianapolis Construction Zone And Highway Worksite Crash Lawyers
Last updated on October 24, 2026
A car crash in a construction zone can be more complex than a regular accident because narrow lanes, sudden merges, barriers and changing traffic patterns can all affect what happens. If you were hurt in a crash on I-65, I-70, I-465 or another Indiana work zone, an Indiana construction zone accident lawyer can investigate the crash and determine who may be responsible.
At Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP, we look beyond the driver to investigate what caused the crash. With more than $100 million recovered for injury victims, our attorneys have the experience to handle the legal work while you focus on healing.
Why A Construction-Zone Crash May Be Different
A work-zone crash may involve more than the driver who caused the collision. Private highway construction companies, contractors, subcontractors, equipment operators or those in charge of traffic control may also share responsibility. We look at issues such as:
- Missing or poor warning signs
- Concrete barriers placed in unsafe locations or missing crash attenuators
- Unsafe lane merges, traffic shifts or detours
These conditions may point to other parties who played a role in the crash. We also look at how each driver moved through the work zone, including whether they followed posted speed limits and safely merged into changing lanes. Indiana law sets specific rules for driving through work zones, and a violation may help show that a driver caused the crash.
What You Should Do After A Construction-Zone Crash
Construction zones can change fast. Crews may move signs, barriers and lane setups as work continues. Our team can help find and preserve key evidence, including:
- Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) traffic camera footage
- Contractor daily work logs and safety audit records
- Vehicle or equipment telematics and traffic-control records
Acting early can help your attorney learn what happened before the work zone changes.
If You Were A Construction Worker Injured In The Crash
If you were working at the site when a vehicle crash injured you, workers’ compensation may provide benefits. You may also have a claim against a third party that caused the crash. That claim may allow you to seek damages that workers’ compensation does not cover, including pain and suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Site Car Crashes
Construction-zone crashes can raise questions about who caused the collision, who may be responsible and what compensation you can seek. These answers address some common questions after a crash involving a work zone.
Q: Can I hold a construction company or contractor liable if poor signage or lane setups caused my crash?
A: Yes. A crash may involve more than driver error. Private road contractors, traffic-control subcontractors and engineering firms may have responsibilities for keeping work zones safe and properly marked.
If missing warning signs, improper cone tapers, unsafe concrete barriers or unprotected construction hazards contributed to the crash, a contractor may share responsibility for your injuries along with a negligent driver.
Q: I was hit while working on a highway road crew. Can I file a personal injury claim in addition to workers’ compensation?
A: Yes. Workers’ compensation benefits may cover medical expenses and part of your lost wages without requiring you to prove fault. It generally does not cover pain and suffering, emotional distress or your full future lost earning capacity.
If a negligent driver or an employee of another subcontractor caused your injury, you may have a third-party personal injury claim in addition to your workers’ compensation claim. This may allow you to seek damages that workers’ compensation does not cover.
Q: How does Indiana’s 51% Modified Comparative Fault Rule apply in a multivehicle work-zone collision?
A: Work-zone crashes can involve sudden slowdowns, chain-reaction collisions and multiple drivers. Under Indiana Code § 34-51-2, you can recover compensation if you are found to be 50% or less at fault. Your recovery will decrease based on your percentage of fault.
Insurance companies may try to place most of the blame on you by claiming that you were speeding or merged improperly. Our legal team can use evidence such as accident reconstruction, vehicle data and traffic camera footage to challenge an unfair assignment of fault.
Get Help Before Critical Evidence Changes
A police report may name the driver without showing whether the work zone also played a role. Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP can investigate the crash, find other responsible parties, preserve evidence and prepare your claim for trial when needed.
Contact an Indiana construction zone accident lawyer for a free, confidential case evaluation. Call 317-505-1342 or send us an email. Early legal help can protect important evidence and give your attorney time to build your claim.