San Jose Truck Accident Lawyer

Causes of Truck Accidents

Aside from fatigued and impaired drivers, truck accidents may be caused by a variety of negligent of wrongful acts, including:

• Improperly Loaded or Overloaded Cargo- There are certain regulations in regards to the types of cargo and weight involved when loading trucks. When these requirements are not taken into consideration, the types of accidents that may be a result can be devastating.
• Improper Vehicle Maintenance- There is a requirement for trucking companies to keep their vehicles up to date with repairs and equipment maintenance. If these repairs aren't kept in check, the company may be liable for an accident with a truck.
• Distracted Driving- There are many types of distractions that drivers may succumb to during their long journeys on the road including cell phone use, food and drink, and various forms of entertainment. These distractions can become a liability for drivers who are not paying enough attention to their vehicle or the road.
• Inadequate or Lack of Driver Safety Training- There are certain licenses and certifications that are required for truck drivers. These licenses require extensive training, but some trucking companies send out novice drivers to maximize their profits.
• Unsafe Speeds and Lane Changes- In some cases, a truck driver may be operating their vehicle at an unsafe speed, which may result in reckless or reactive driving from other vehicles on the road. This can cause serious injuries to both the truck driver and the vehicle driver or passenger.
• Defective Auto Parts and Equipment- Trucks are often on the road for extended periods of time and the parts of these large vehicles can be worn down very quickly. When a trucking company fails to inspect their vehicles and it causes an accident with other motor vehicles, there may be an opportunity for compensation due to this negligence.

When it can be shown that the negligence or wrongful acts of a trucking company or truck driver caused a preventable accident, injured victims will have a strong chance of recovering their damages. Fair compensation is never guaranteed, however, as trucking companies often fight personal injury claims aggressively in order to protect their bottom line. This is why truck accident victims should be focused on working with an experienced San Jose injury lawyer from the Law Offices of Caroline J. Nasseri.