A typical type of shoulder of the road accident occurs when one motorist pulls off the road to the shoulder but fails to completely remove his or her vehicle from the drivable portion of the road. Most often, this happens on an expressway, highway, or interstate in the Chicago area. The limited access to these roads means that motorists have limited opportunities to remove their vehicles in the event of a problem.
A stopped or stalled motorist on the side of an expressway can present a serious danger to safety. As other drivers approach the area, the other drivers may not realize that the stopped vehicle is off the road. Instead, they may believe it to be in the rightmost lane, leading to a potential accident or collision.
During the dark hours of night, it can be difficult to see a vehicle if it's lights are not on. Failure to use your hazard lights or more may cause a collision.