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The law firm of Marsh, Rickard, & Bryan, P.C., has gained a reputation throughout the State of Alabama for successfully litigating complex and catastrophic personal injury cases. We are committed to swiftly reaching the site of each trucking accident, investigating the site and gathering evidence from the very beginning in order to present the strongest possible case.
Contact Marsh, Rickard, & Bryan, P.C., today to set up a free consultation regarding:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: Injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents can be severe, leading to lifelong disabilities, and even wrongful death. Marsh, Rickard, & Bryan, P.C., will investigate your accident and make sure the jury understands your story.
- Rules of the Road: Learn more about the basic guidelines regulating the rules and regulations to which each driver must adhere.
- Bus & Ambulance Accidents: For certain vehicles, different laws and regulations apply. However, every driver is required to give due diligence to the other vehicles on the road.
Types of Negligence, and the Causes of Trucking Accidents:
Because of their size, semi trucks, tractor trailers, and 18-wheelers are subject to different laws and more stringent regulations than other vehicles on the road. When accidents occur, it is most often because at least one such regulation was violated. We thoroughly investigate each accident to determine if the truck driver has been negligent, and if any rules were violated:
- Driver Fatigue: Drivers are expected to limit their daily hours in order to keep from becoming too tired to operate their vehicles and falling asleep at the wheel.
- Improper Lighting: All vehicles are expected to be properly illuminated so that they remain visible while being driven at night.
- Driving Under the Influence: Some truck drivers drink while driving, and many others falsely believe that taking amphetamines will make them more alert and awake on the road.
- Fleet Maintenance: Those who own and operate semi-trucks are expected to ensure that each truck is in safe, working condition before putting it out on the road.
- Negligent Hiring, Training, & Supervision: Managers of trucking companies are required to do thorough background checks on each driver to make sure they are fit to operate a commercial vehicle.
- Loading & Unloading: Loads are required to be securely fastened. Failure to do so can result in highway accidents, and in employees being seriously injured while unloading a truck.
Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, P.C.
Suite 600-D
800 Shades Creek Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35209
Email Us
Phone: (205) 879-1981
Fax: (205) 879-1986
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