Truck Accident Laws
Truck Accident Laws
Truck Accident Lawyer
Truck accidents cause more severe injuries and fatalities than any other vehicle due to the large size of trucks like delivery trucks, tractor trailers, and other trucks. If you were injured in a truck accident, you might have difficulty considering whether to blame the driver, truck owner, or the truck manufacturer. This is why you should contact a truck accident lawyer. The Law Offices of SRIS.P.C. has lawyers with years of experience dealing with these cases. These lawyers will help you get the maximum compensation to cover your medical expenses, wages, and other expenses.
What Are the Common Causes of Truck Accidents?
Although there may be any number of reasons for truck accidents to happen, here are some of the common reasons for truck accidents:
- Mistakes made by the truck driver: Because of the size of trucks, a simple miscalculation by the driver when turning at a curve, overtaking vehicles, or switching lanes can lead to a devastating accident.
- Fatigue and substance use: Truck drivers are under strict schedules, and to meet these deadlines, they often skip their breaks. But driving without taking any breaks will lead to truck drivers being drowsy, leading to problems like decreased reaction time, reduced control over the truck, and impaired judgment. Some truck drivers drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Commercial drivers’ BAC differs from normal drivers’ BAC because they are responsible for more than their lives. If the BAC is 0.04% or higher, the trucker is considered too drunk to drive, and they might lose their license.
- Equipment issues: Trucks are different from other vehicles. They are more complex and require regular maintenance to work correctly. A mechanical failure can lead to an accident. The mechanical problems include:
- Not loading or securing the cargo properly
- Not addressing steering issues
- Failing to maintain the brakes properly
- Failing to maintain and replace the tires properly
Who Is Liable for the Truck Accident?
Establishing liability is one of the hardest things to do after a truck accident. Unlike common accidents where the responsibility lies with the at-fault driver, in truck accidents, many people share responsibility, including:
- Truck drivers
- Truck owners
- Cargo owners
- Cargo loaders
- Employers
- Truck maintenance companies
- Truck maintenance workers
Can I Get Compensation If I Am Injured in a Trucking Accident?
Yes, you can get compensation if you’re injured in a truck accident. You will receive compensation in the form of:
- Economic compensation: Insurance companies and courts award monetary money for hospital bills, doctor visits, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages, property damage, and more.
- Non-economic compensation: Severely injured people will receive this compensation to cover their pain and emotional stress.
- Punitive damages: This type of compensation punishes the reckless actions of the driver, employer, or maintenance company. But this damage is hard to prove, and it’s up to the judge to decide whether to award punitive damages.
Do I Need a Truck Accident Lawyer?
Yes, you should contact a truck accident lawyer if you or your loved one suffered from a truck driving accident. Truck accident lawyers can help you get compensation from those who are responsible for your injuries, lost wages, and other expenses due to the accident. The lawyers from The Law Offices of SRIS.P.C. are very familiar with the laws and can help you deal with insurance companies and truck companies.
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