Being involved in a car accident can quickly become an expensive and time-consuming ordeal. It can be devastating when we cause these accidents ourselves, but when the local government is at fault for the crash, it can be far more disheartening. It is the duty of local administrations to keep their roads maintained and safe to drive on, so when they fail to do this, they can usually be held liable for their negligence. There are several instances in which a person can make a claim against the government for this type of neglect, but it is important to do so quickly, as a person can lose their right to recovery if they wait too long.