Trucking Accidents
Trucking litigation involves claims against negligent truck drivers and the companies they work for. Collisions caused by a trucker's negligence can lead to the most catastrophic injuries on the road. Occupants of passenger cars and light trucks have much higher fatality rates than occupants of large trucks and buses.
Examples of truck negligence include driver error and vehicle maintenance failure. The most common cause of driver error is fatigue, which can cause clouded judgment, drowsiness, and falling asleep at the wheel. Driver error can also be due to inexperience, improper driver training and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (whether prescription or illegal).
Truck accident lawsuits tend to be far more complex than other vehicle accidents for several reasons. The difficulty of these cases is largely due to the fact that trucking companies and insurance adjusters realize the potential for major lawsuits when a truck accident is involved. Immediately following an accident, they quickly gather evidence and experts so that they can immediately begin to prepare their case. This is why, if you have been involved in a trucking accident, it is best to consult with an attorney as soon as possible so that the attorney can protect your interests and immediately begin investigating the accident. Typically, the investigation will uncover many issues, including:
(1) Was the driver too fatigued to be driving?
(2) Was the truck overloaded with freight?
(3) Was the truck driving at an excessive rate of speed?
(4) Did equipment on the truck malfunction?
(5) Were the truck's tires defective?
(6) Did the truck driver and the trucking company follow all of the applicable state and federal regulations?
At the Law Offices of James Manning, PC, we will investigate these and other issues and give you an evaluation of your potential claims. If a settlement cannot be reached with the driver, trucking company and insurance company involved, it may be necessary to file a lawsuit in order to receive compensation for the damages suffered. Please call our office if you have been in a trucking accident and would like to set an appointment to receive a free initial consultation. Remember, time is of the essence in trucking cases, so it is extremely important to retain an attorney as soon as possible.
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