How a Lawyer Can Determine Who Was at Fault in a Semi-Truck Accident
Any injuries you might sustain in a tractor trailer wreck are likely going to require very expensive medical treatment. In order to make a successful claim for compensation it is important that you have an experienced Decatur motor carrier accident lawyer on your side who can thoroughly investigate your personal situation and correctly identify which party’s negligence was responsible for the collision and uncover any and all insurance policies against which you are entitled to make a claim for damages.
The Trucker
18 wheeler drivers are paid to push the limits and cover as much distance in as short a time as possible. Worryingly, approximately 20 percent of professional truck drivers admit to falling asleep behind the wheel. Since most commercial trucks weigh in at around 80,000 pounds it also means that other bad driving habits are a big concern. Speeding, using a cellphone and drunk driving are all major safety violations when operating a big rig.
Motor Carriers
Even though there are very strict legal restrictions governing the amount of time a truck driver can spend behind the wheel, the trucking companies often encourage their drivers to keep two separate log books so that they appear to following the law while actually being in violation of it. In an industry which is severely understaffed, it is not unusual for employers to offer incentives to truckers willing to bend the rules – even when it puts other road users’ lives at risk.
Manufacturers
Within the past few years, several major auto manufactures have been forced to issue recalls of millions of cars and other vehicles. Just because 18 wheeler trucks are so big doesn’t mean that they can’t or won’t have problems too even with regular maintenance. Regardless of whether the cause of the accident was a defective design or some other manufacturing error, a claim can be brought against the company who made the vehicle.
As a complimentary service to Tarrant County accident victims, the Anderson Law Firm will send you the police report concerning your Tarrant County wreck free of charge with absolutely no strings attached. If you have been injured in a car, motorcycle or truck accident in Tarrant County that you believe wasn’t your fault, contact us today to receive your free police report. All you need to do is call 817-294-1900, give us some basic information about your accident and we’ll take care of the rest. You won’t have to pay six dollars or go to the police station and wait in line to get your crash report – we’ll do it for you at absolutely no charge to you. If you’re interested in receiving your free police report, contact the Anderson Law Firm today.
