Truck Accidents
Over 5,000 people die as a result of truck accidents and collisions. Truck accidents are common occurrences in today's hectic streets, avenues, and highways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 6.3 million traffic accidents reported by the police last year, in which over 41,000 individuals were killed and an approximated 3.2 million people were injured.
Following are common causes of truck accidents:
DUI
DWI
Driver Fatigue
Truck Overturns
Backing
Vehicle Collisions
Transporting Equipment with Trailers
Overloaded Trucks or Trailers
Loads That Shift Weight
Semi trucks jacknife in traffic
If involved in a trucking accident file a report to have documentation of the trucking accident occurring and obtain all necessary information. Avoid discussing the events of the trucking accident because another said or documented can later be used against you. Contact us to learn your legal rights and options. We can help you recover the damages you are entitled to.