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Common Causes of Commercial Trucking Accidents

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Tractor trailers have more limitations when in operation than normal passenger cars. Due to the size, weight, and build of semi-trucks things as simple as turning pose serious risk to other drivers. Speed, visibility, and braking characteristics also limit the operation of 18 wheelers. Truck drivers must take all these limitations into account every time they get behind the wheel of their vehicle and it is the job of the trucking companies to ensure that their drivers have been given the proper training and code of conduct when they do so. Unfortunately, negligence on behalf of both the driver and the trucking company happens all too often causing an accident to occur.

Common causes of truck accidents include:
  • Insufficient driver training
  • Driver fatigue
  • Long work-shifts
  • Unrealistic schedules
  • Truck drivers driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol
  • Dangerous or reckless driving
  • Tailgating
  • Speeding
  • Cell phone use
  • Failure to install blind spot mirrors
  • Poorly maintained brakes
  • Overloaded or oversized trucks
  • Poor driving conditions (fog, snow, rain, or smoke)
  • Truck defects (defective tires, safety systems, lights, and other equipment)
  • Hiring illegal aliens who cannot read and follow traffic control signals
  • Fixed log books
  • Jackknifing
Don’t let trucking companies push you around anymore than they already have; an attorney can help you receive the full amount of compensation deserved for your injuries, loss, and traumatic experience. Never agree to any offer made by the trucking company or their insurance adjusters without first consulting legal aid. At The Pisanchyn Law Firm our services are free until we win your case and even then you will never pay out of pocket; we will only be paying you the money you deserve. Once you hire us as your attorneys we will immediately send out our own investigators to the scene, have them speak with witnesses, and review and report our findings so that you and your interests are fully protected. Please, call us now either locally or toll free: 1-866-427-4652



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