Personal Injury Lawyer Blog in West Palm Beach, FL - Craig Goldenfarb, PA,
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
18-Wheeler Accidents
Destructive and often fatal truck accidents occur when large, 18-wheel trucks collide with passenger vehicles. More than half a million trucking accident occur every year in America, and for those lucky enough to survive this type of crash, the injuries sustained are often very severe. If you have been injured in a semi-trailer accident, contact a qualified attorney today.
Tragic outcomes
There are a number of reasons why 18-wheeler collisions are so tragic. One is the pressure to meet unrealistic deadlines. When truck drivers are under such tight schedules, they often drive at excessive speeds. An 80,000 pound truck that is going even five miles over the posted speed limit will have a more difficult time stopping and turning bends safely.
Also, drivers of 18-wheel trucks are required to work long hours with little sleep. Consequently, truck driver fatigue plays a large role in devastating accidents.
Some common causes of 18-wheeler accidents include:
- Brake failure
- Failure to see and accommodate blind spots
- Road debris
- Excessive speed
- Failure to follow the rules of the road and/or unsafe driving practices
- Use of illegal or legal stimulants to stay awake
- Tire separation or failure
- Unsecured freight or overloaded cargo
If you or a loved one has been injured in an 18-wheeler accident and are left with painful and costly injuries, please contact the law office of personal injury lawyer Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. today. Serving the West Palm Beach area, our Florida truck accident attorneys can help you obtain the money you deserve.
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