Alabama Attorneys for Trucking Accident Victims
The cause of a truck accident is not often of primary concern to those injured in the crash. Victims and their families usually have more immediate concerns, such as receiving medical care and in obtaining financial compensation to pay for the treatment. However, the causes of truck accidents can play a role in the amount victims receive in settlement or by verdict.
At the Alabama law firm of Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, P.C., we understand the emotional trauma victims experience when they have been involved in a truck accident. When clients choose our firm to represent their interests and protect their rights, our legal team immediately goes to work for them. If you are searching for a personal injury lawyer, contact our firm to schedule a free initial consultation. We take care of the details so you can focus your recovery.
Identifying the Causes of Truck Accidents
At Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, our legal team is comprised of attorneys, investigators and staff dedicated to building the strongest cases possible for our clients. From investigating the accident site to interviewing witnesses to using technology to illustrate complicated timelines and graphs, we are fully equipped with the resources required to best present your story in court.
As part of our investigation and representation of cases, we examine the causes of truck accidents, from driver error to non-compliance with federal regulations. Though truck accident causes vary based on the situation, we have found most trucking accidents are caused by specific factors, including:
- 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.
- Alcohol and Drugs : 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 and Inspection : 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.
- Improper Lighting : All vehicles are expected to be properly illuminated so that they remain visible while being driven at night.
- 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.
- 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.
By determining the truck accident causes, our legal team is able to build a strong case for our clients. Contact our firm if you were injured in a trucking accident or lost a loved one in a fatal truck crash. We are ready to work for you.
