Identifying the Causes of Serious Truck Accidents
When a driver takes a commercial truck out on the road without ensuring that its load is properly secured, the consequences can be extremely serious. Truck accidents caused by improperly secured or unsecured loads all too often end in catastrophic injuries and fatalities.
At Carman & Bevington in Brandon, Florida, our attorneys fully investigate every truck accident case in order to identify what happened and who is responsible. Contact us to talk to a lawyer who you can rely on to follow through on the compensation you deserve. We serve clients in and around Tampa Bay.
Was the Truck That Hit You Thrown Off Balance?
Improperly secured and unsecured loads are among the most common causes of truck accidents in Florida and nationwide. When a load is not secured properly within a trailer or on top of a flatbed, weight can shift during transit, throwing the entire truck off balance.
When a truck's weight shifts suddenly due to an improperly secured or unsecured load, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, and it may even end up overturning.
There are safety practices that truck drivers, trucking companies and shipping companies can use to make sure loads are properly secured before trucks go out on the road and while they are in transit. When they fail to follow these practices, they can cause serious injuries.
Were You Injured by an Overloaded Vehicle?
Federal and state safety regulations place limits on the weight that commercial trucks can carry. If a truck is overloaded, the driver may not be able to stop it as quickly as usual, which could contribute to a serious rear-end collision or other accident.
Our attorneys are prepared to take all necessary steps to help clients pursue compensation for truck accident injuries caused by unsecured loads and overloading. Contact us today to discuss your case with a dedicated personal injury trial lawyer.
