Truck accidents are a major cause for concern on the highways of America. With a fully loaded commercial trucks weighing as much as 80,000 pounds and more, these accidents often result in serious injuries and death. But why do truck accidents occur? Here are some of the many common causes of truck accidents.
1) Truck Accidents Caused By The Truck Driver: Many truck accidents are caused because of a fault on the part of the truck driver. The following actions constitute truck driver errors that result in truck accidents:
2) Error of Passenger Vehicle Drivers: The majority of the truck accidents are caused because of an error on the part of the driver of other smaller vehicles involved in the accidents. Such errors include:
Other than the above, truck accidents are also caused because of the usual reasons that are typical of many auto accidents such as, reckless driving, speeding, lane cutting, equipment failure, mechanical difficulties, bad weather conditions, bad roads, etc.
In the case of truck accidents, the cargo being hauled also causes many accidents. Many commercial trucks carry heavy loads that pose a danger that is not typical of other vehicles. Trucks that carry hazardous materials and inflammable cargo also account for many truck accidents. In the case of such trucks, even if the truck is not involved in a collision with another vehicle, there is still a danger of accidents occurring because of oil spills, chemical releases, and other such risks involved with hazardous goods.
If you have been involved in a truck accident that was caused because of the fault of another person or body, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries or property damage. Consult an attorney to know more about your rights in a truck accident.
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