28 Oct Truck Wrecks and Negligent Drivers
There are plenty of ways that truck wrecks can occur. Some of the most deadly wrecks, however, are caused by negligent drivers that don’t live up to the requirements of a professional trucker. In some cases, the companies that these truckers work for are negligent and fail to provide the right equipment or to maintain their equipment properly. Either situation can cause deadly accidents. If you’re involved in a wreck involving a commercial vehicle and want to explore your options, you need to contact a lawyer.
The Accidents
The most distressing aspect of accidents involving trucks is the fact that they can result in deadly and devastating injuries for the people involved in them. Anyone in a car or pickup doesn’t really stand much of a chance against a truck. Any angle of impact and any speed are going to be potentially lethal to the driver of the smaller vehicle.
Liability
There are very specific requirements for any commercial driving firm. If they fail to maintain their vehicles as required, they may be found negligent. If they don’t provide good working conditions for their drivers, they may also be liable for being held negligent. Drivers are required to have a certain amount of rest when they go on long road trips. If the drivers aren’t being afforded this time to recharge, the company that they work for may be held liable if an injury results.
Pursuing a Lawsuit
The hardest thing about suing a trucking company is that they’re usually more than prepared for this eventuality. These companies have plenty of money to pay for legal representation and, of course, they can afford to go to court to defend themselves, as well. This is why you need a lawyer that understands how to take on these companies.
A Texas truck accident attorney can help you if you’re in a situation where you have to take on a trucking company. A car wreck lawyer has the resources necessary to go after a trucking company and, if you need to pursue one for damages, you’ll find that they can help you to increase your chances of winning a lawsuit. If you have a particularly strong case, you might end up being offered a settlement by the trucking company, which helps them to avoid going to court and, of course, helps you to avoid paying for the costs of going to court, as well.
RASANSKY LAW FIRM
2525 McKinnon Street
Dallas, Texas 75201
CALL US AT 1 800 ATTORNEY
(214) 747-HELP (4357)
1-877-659-1620
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.