Trucking accidents are amongst the most dangerous accidents there are, due to the size and weight of 18 wheelers. When passenger vehicles collide with semitrucks, the results are usually catastrophic and end in serious injury and loss. Wyoming personal injury lawyer Frederick J. Harrison represents victims of trucking accidents and their families and has indepth knowledge of the complex laws surrounding truck accident litigation. For more information or to schedule a consultation to discuss a potential case, please contact our law office today.
The Importance of a Qualified Trucking Accident Lawyer
Truck accidents are much more complex than other types of motor vehicle accidents and take a certain skillset to handle. If you've been injured or suffered loss due to an accident involving a semitruck, it is important to work with an experienced attorney who understands the complexities of the law and has access to the resources and network of experts required to investigate the accident and determine the actual cause.
Unlike auto accidents, which are generally more straight forward, trucking accidents not only involve the driver, but also his or her employer and the trucking company itself. A qualified lawyer will be able to determine who is at fault for the accident, which can sometimes include multiple parties.
Examples of possible defendants include:
- Truck driver
- Truck driver's employer
- Trucking company who owns the vehicle
- Mechanic or repair shop that worked on the truck
- Tire manufacturer or other auto parts manufacturer
Trucking Accident Negligence
Sometimes the cause of an accident is straightforward — for example, if the truck driver was driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or was recklessly driving and switching lanes without checking. But, in other cases, the cause may not be as clear. Examples of other causes may include:
- Truck driver fatigue (one of the most common causes of trucking accidents)
- Driver inexperience and/or lack of training by employer
- Unsecured load or excess weight that causes the truck to tip over
- Unrealistic deadlines set by employer that forces driver to drive without stopping for adequate rest
- Failure to properly maintain or repair the truck
- Driver distraction such as talking on a hand held phone or sending/receiving text messages
Due to the complexities of trucking accidents and the laws governing them, it is important that you work with an attorney who has a proven record of success in truck accident cases. To schedule a case evaluation with an experienced attorney in the Wyoming area, please contact Mr. Harrison today. Mr. Harrison and his staff have vast experience representing victims of truck accidents and help their clients obtain maximum financial recoveries. To learn how we can help you, contact us today.
