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Are You a Victim of a Tractor Trailer Accident? ,

Are You a Victim of a Tractor Trailer Accident?

Accidents involving tractor trailers frequently result in severe injuries and fatalities. There are many reasons why trailer tractor accidents occur. They have significant blind spots, are heavier and larger, stop more slowly and require more concentration and effort to operate. Unfortunately, when truck drivers become tired on their lengthy journeys or become distracted and reckless, innocent victims frequently suffer the repercussions.

Leading Causes of Tractor Trailer Accidents

Most truck drivers are highly qualified professionals who have logged thousands of safe miles on the road, yet accidents can happen. Some of the most common causes of tractor trailer accidents are:

  • Crossing lanes: Trucks that pass over the center line or veer off the road.
  • Speeding: Like other professions, driving a truck requires meeting deadlines. Sometimes the companies they work for give them insufficient time to fulfill their tasks and the drivers try to compensate for it by speeding up their rigs.
  • Improper loading: When a rig is improperly loaded or has loading faults, it becomes unstable. An overweight tractor trailer can also cause an accident.
  • Driver behavior: Driving while intoxicated, driving while sleepy or ill, driving aggressively and driving while distracted (such as using a cellphone or fiddling with the radio).
  • Poor vehicle maintenance: Tractor trailer accidents frequently result from faulty components and truck flaws, such as issues with brakes, transmissions, tires, wheels and steering wheels.

Truck Accident Investigation

An inquiry into the events that led to the truck accident is required, like any other vehicle accident. In addition, trucking is governed by federal and state laws, which address issues such as driver hours and equipment safety. Therefore, trucking companies must keep such information, and it will be necessary to locate and examine this data. Critical information can be found in the following locations:

  • Maintenance and Training Records
  • Dashboard cameras
  • Electronic Logs
  • On-Board Telemetry

We Can Help You After a Tractor-Trailer Accident

The consequences are almost always life-changing when a tractor-trailer is involved in an automobile collision. Without guidance, going through the legal, financial and recovery processes can be highly stressful and complicated. Hiring an experienced lawyer helps you concentrate on healing from your physical and mental traumas.

Our lawyers can help set your mind at ease and guarantee that your case is handled smoothly and efficiently. If you have been injured in a tractor-trailer accident, contact Conley Griggs Partin LLP today to schedule a free initial consultation.

Posted on behalf of Conley Griggs Partin LLP

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