There is a lot of training and hours from professional drivers who drive semis and other commercial vehicles. However, it’s not uncommon for there to be negligence on the part of the driver or the company behind them. Trucking injuries can happen for a ton of reasons, but here are some of the more common ones we encounter at our firm.

• Driver Errors/Mistakes: Speeding, reckless driving, texting while driving, fatigue, distracted driving, and even driving under the influence (DUI) are common errors from truck drivers. Sometimes they appear innocuous, but they can have devastating results on nearby drivers and pedestrians.
• Overloaded/Overburdened Trucks: When a company, organization, or whatever entity is behind the driver elects to put too much cargo in/on the truck, the extra weight can result in brake problems, blown tires, and rollovers. This unstable cargo can impact the driver’s performance, and is often the fault of the entity behind the driver.
• Insufficient or Lack of Driver Training: When a company fails to complete training with a driver and puts them on the road too early, a driver can make poorly influenced decisions that can impact others.
• Mechanical Issues: When a large truck or commercial vehicle is improperly maintained, it can lead to serious accidents and injuries on the road. Engine problems or poorly maintained brakes often lead to problems beyond the driver’s control, and can point back to the mechanic or entity behind the commercial vehicle.
• Environmental Issues: Snow, ice, black ice, heavy rains, and strong winds are unsafe driving conditions and can cause serious accidents and injuries.

With multiple parties at the helm, it is difficult to pursue investigations, figure out liability and fault, and obtain justice. If you feel your situation may be valid—or if you are unsure—reach out to us and we’ll evaluate your case for free. You’ll need lawyers with a proven track record to take you on and make the complicated simple.