Trucking Accidents: Seek Help From An Accident Attorney In Pa

By Author: Stuart Carpey
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While trucking accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, Including bad weather, road conditions or vehicle performance, truck driver error is the leading cause of accidents involving big trucks, according to a recent study by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).


One of the most common ways that truck drivers contribute to accidents occurs when they become very fatigued. “Highway hypnosis” can come out of nowhere on long drives – as the repetitive patterns of the road begin to lull the driver to sleep.


But, as common as driver fatigue is, another type of driver error accounts for the majority of truck accidents – drug use. Both illegal and prescription drug use, along with alcohol, can impair a truck driver’s ability to safely maneuver the roads. Truck drivers can’t take any controlled substances unless a doctor who is familiar with the driver’s medical history and job assignments has prescribed them.


Poor driving decisions by truck drivers can also lead to accidents, including:

Driving too fast for road conditions
Improperly ...
... distributing the truck’s load
Failing to watch blind spots carefully
Distractions
Depowering the front brakes to reduce wear-and-tear on the truck
Improperly securing any attachments to the truck.

Each of these errors can lead to a truck rolling over, which greatly increases the likelihood of severe injuries or fatalities. Even the slightest reduction in reaction time on behalf of a truck driver can lead to devastating accidents.


If you or a family member has been injured in an accident caused by a truck driver error, you may want to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney to discuss your situation. Trucking accidents tend to be much more complicated than auto accidents because there can be multiple trucking companies and insurance companies involved, plus it is extremely important to track down evidence regarding the accident scene, the truck and the truck driver.


Stuart Carpey is a principle in the Kreithen, Baron and Carpey law agency that provides attorney services for all sorts of injury cases and other legal issues in Pennsylvania. Looking for a Philadelphia accident lawyer or Philadelphia car accident lawyer, check out their website at Carpeylaw.com.