TRUCKING ACCIDENTS INFORMATION CENTER
A traffic accident involving a large commercial truck, such as an 18-wheeler or semi-truck, can have disastrous consequences. A typical fully loaded large commercial truck can weigh over 80,000 pounds, while an average passenger automobile weighs approximately 3,000 pounds. Due to this size disparities and laws of physics, a collision between a commercial truck and a passenger car is likely to result in serious injuries and significant property damage.
Because of the sheer size of trucks, any collision between a commercial truck and another vehicle is likely to result in serious, even fatal, injuries.
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries by bringing a legal claim against the responsible parties. An experienced attorney can help determine whether you have a claim.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE INJURED IN
TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENTS
If you or a family member is a victim of tractor trailer accident, your life may be turned upside down on many levels. Your first step should be to contact an experienced attorney in the area of trucking accidents. Any delay in retaining an attorney is likely to result in the loss of critical documents, information and data that will jeopardize your claim.
FEDERAL TRUCKING REGULATIONS OVERVIEW
Interstate trucking companies must abide by numerous federal and state regulations. The federal regulations can be found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 C.F.R. §§ 350-399). These regulations govern all tractor trailers engaged in interstate traffic, are extensive and can be confusing. An experienced lawyer can explain these regulations and how they may apply to your tractor trailer accidents case.
COMMON CAUSES OF
TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENTS
Commercial trucks such as 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers and other large commercial carriers must share the road with small passenger vehicles.
Tractor trailer accidents are primarily due to:
- Driver fatigue
- Driver carelessness
- Excess speed
- Poor weather conditions
- Poor maintenance and tire wear
If you have been injured in an accident with a commercial vehicle, the burden is on you to establish fault on the part of the truck driver or trucking company. You must also prove injuries that were directly caused by the accident as well compensable damages.
TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENT ATTORNEY
If you or members of your family have been victims of tractor trailer accidents, Alex & Gaxiola will thoroughly evaluate your claim. Because your case is likely to involve serious injuries, large medical expenses, and financial hardship as well as loss of life's enjoyment, we will begin to assemble the team of experts necessary to obtain full value for your case. Contact our office today for a free consultation with an experienced attorney at 602-971-1775.
RESOURCE LINKS FOR
TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENTS
Share the Road Safely From the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a division of the US Department of Transportation (DOT), dedicated to reducing motor vehicle accidents involving large trucks.
Insurance Information Institute Includes information on vehicle safety, insurance and more.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Division of the US Department of Transportation (DOT). Contains information about safety programs, regulations and facts related to the prevention of commercial tractor trailer accidents, bus accidents, injuries and fatalities.
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety / Highway Loss Data Institute Features vehicle ratings, safety facts and publications.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Division of the US Department of Transportation. Provides crash statistics and articles about traffic accidents, tractor trailer accidents and vehicle safety.
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