Tractor Trailor Accident

Out of all the accidents that occur involving large trucks, a tractor trailor accident is most likely to result in fatalities. Sixty-four percent of all large truck fatalities involved a tractor trailor and one in every eight vehicle accidents are a tractor trailor accident.

There are several causes of tractor trailor accidents. They can be the fault of truck drivers, truck companies, or the drivers of other motor vehicles. A tractor trailor accident can be the result of a truck driver or company's negligence or reckless driving activity. Mechanical failures can also be a major cause of a tractor trailor accident including brake failure, oversized loads, and other tractor trailor problems. Trucking companies are liable and are completely responsible for complete routine maintenance on their trucks meeting all inspection standards.

Tractor Trailor drivers may also commit reckless acts due to intoxication, improper traininf or general negligence. Driver fatigue is a major concern when dealing with tractor trailor accidents. Studies show that almost 40% of tractor tralior accidents occur when drivers are fatigued from driving long hours.

Due to the serious risks related to tractor trailer accident, the federal government established the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in 2000 in order to decrease the amount of tractor trailer accidents that occur. The agency has revised the laws governing the number of hours a driver can work between periods of off-time, implemented licensing standards, and helped to create cohesive standards in conjunction with state authorities, and conduct routine safety performance monitoring in order to reduce the potential for tractor trailer accident cases.

If you or a loved one has suffered injuries from a Tractor Trailor Accicent, contact our service today. We can help put you in touch with experienced attorneys who can help determine your eligibility in a Tractor Trailor Accident Lawsuit. Experienced Attorneys can help you get the compensation for your losses, medical bills, and suffering from this type of accident.