Trucking Accident Lawyers Can Hold Negligent Parties Responsible
Sustaining an injury because of a negligent trucking company can cause frustration and anger in addition to the pain of physical injuries. However, truck drivers are not necessarily the only parties responsible for an accident. An experienced law firm use every resources, including investigators and expert witnesses, to uncover who is responsible for causing you harm. The Berkley Law Firm works with a large network of resources to ensure all responsible parties are held accountable for their respective role in your accident.
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The massive size and weight of large trucks means that any collisions these behemoths are involved in usually results in catastrophic injury or even death. While sometimes the driver may be responsible because of fatigue, careless driving, or other forms of negligence, the trucking company may also be at fault.
The following are some reasons why trucking companies may be responsible for causing accidents:
- Hours of service violation: Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, truck drivers are only allowed to operate their vehicle for a limited number of hours at a time. This regulation is designed to prevent truck drivers from falling asleep and causing injury to other drivers on the road. In an attempt to meet a deadline, trucking companies may turn a blind eye to drivers who violate this rule or, worse yet, force their drivers to go over the time limit. This is a reckless disregard for safety and should not be tolerated for any reason. If you believe a fatigued driver is responsible for your injury, contact a Memphis trucking accident attorney as soon as possible.
- Negligent hiring: One of the most important steps a trucking company can take to prevent accident or injury is to hire experienced and safe drivers. Trucking companies are responsible for screening candidates and avoiding individuals who have safety violations on their record. A company would be considered negligent if they hired a driver who already had reckless driving infractions on his or her record and was fired from another job.
- Failure to train: Another issue that falls under the responsibility of trucking companies is a failure to properly train drivers. With the substantial growth of the trucking industry, many companies are constantly hiring new drivers. Large trucks require adequate training and skill in order to be operated safely. However, some trucking companies may fail to properly train drivers in order to save time, money, or manpower, and as a result endanger other drivers on the road.
- Maintenance: If trucks are not regularly maintained, they pose a serious risk to other drivers. Engines, brakes, tires, and steering should be inspected regularly. If you are injured because of a poorly maintained truck, seek the help of an attorney immediately.
As one of the most knowledgeable Memphis trucking accident lawyers in the field, Drayton Berkley can provide additional information regarding trucking company negligence as you seek compensation for all damages related to your accident.
