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Inadequate understanding of blind spots. Truck drivers must be aware of their vehicle’s blind spots. A trucker’s vehicle has blind spots on all sides: 20 feet ahead, 30 feet behind, up to two lanes to the right, and one lane to the left. While you will always be aware of the truck in front of you, it is dangerous to assume that the truck is aware of your presence or that they are accustomed to anticipating vehicles in their blind spots. If you want to know if the truck driver can see you, there is a general rule of thumb you can use. If you can’t see the driver through their side mirrors, they’re probably unaware of your presence.

Driving inexperience. New truck drivers may be unfamiliar with the size and weight of a truck. They may be unaware that their vehicle requires more time to slow down, turn, and change lanes. When an inexperienced driver takes the wheel, he or she may also be a nervous driver. While cautious driving is typically associated with safe driving behaviors, nervous driving endangers the trucker and other vehicles. A trucker traveling at less than the speed limit may be moving too slowly for traffic, increasing the likelihood of an accident. A trucker who does not know when to properly slow down or signal a turn may confuse other drivers.

Rollover. If a truck driver loses control of their vehicle, it may roll over. Something on the road will usually cause the tires to lift. When a trucker speeds and hits a curb, the wheels come off the ground and the truck can roll. When the cab rolls, the trucker loses control of the vehicle and risks serious injury.

Driving aggressively. Speeding, tailgating, and sometimes succumbing to road rage are all examples of aggressive driving. Trucks require more time to slow down and turn. If a trucker is driving aggressively and traffic in front of them suddenly slows down, they may not have enough time to slow down or stop the truck in order to avoid a potentially dangerous situation or hazard on the road. An aggressive truck driver will have less control over the vehicle and will be more likely to be caught in a situation where they must correct their steering. They risk swerving out of their lane and causing an accident if they overcorrect.

Driving While Distracted. All it takes for a collision to occur is for the driver to take their eyes off the road or their hands off the steering wheel for a split second. One of the most dangerous distractions is the driver’s cell phone. Cell phones divert the driver’s attention away from the most important task at hand: driving. A driver may be distracted by texting or making a phone call, but this prevents them from fully concentrating on the road. Changing the music and volume is another source of distraction. If a trucker is unsure where they are going, they may use a navigation app. They could be paying more attention to the app than to the traffic in front of them. Eating and drinking are also significant distractions, particularly for truck drivers who are frequently on the road for extended periods of time. They may try to save time by eating while driving, but this frequently results in at least one hand being taken off the wheel and the driver is more concerned with their food than safe driving.

Unawareness of the Route. Some truck drivers cross multiple states to reach their destination. They’re probably on roads they’ve never traveled on before. If the route contains blind turns, varying speed limits, or is under construction, the truck driver will be unable to anticipate these factors, which may contribute to an accident.

Poor road conditions. Inclement weather makes driving dangerous for everyone on the road. Snow, ice, and even rain can make the roads slippery and reduce tire traction. Truck drivers must slow down and drive in accordance with the conditions. If the weather is too dangerous, truck drivers must use their discretion. It may be safer to remain where you are and wait for the storm to pass.

Jackknifing. This poses a significant risk to other vehicles on the road. When the trailer skids out from behind the trailer and moves forward to form an acute angle or an L shape, this is referred to as jackknifing. Speeding or an improperly loaded trailer are two common causes of jackknifing. When this occurs, the driver has no control over what occurs. There is little the driver can do to get the trailer back in place once it begins to move out and forward. Cars can be hit by the trailer’s broadside.

Collisions between underride and override. These are some of the most hazardous truck accidents. An underride accident occurs when a vehicle becomes entangled beneath the back of a truck. The inverse of this is an override accident, which occurs when a truck drives over a car’s trunk. When either of these things happens, the vehicle becomes stuck beneath the truck. Typically, the truck will rip off a section of the car that has become entangled. Those in the car are unprotected and unable to exit the vehicle. These accidents can cause severe injuries and even death.

While these are all possible explanations for why a truck driver caused your accident, it is critical to wait until all of the facts are in before making a decision. Your Irving truck accident attorney may discover that the negligent party was not present in the truck at the time of the accident. But who is responsible? It is possible that the trucking company is to blame.

Cargo that has been improperly loaded. When transporting cargo, trucks must follow regulations. The truck can only carry a certain amount of weight, and that weight must be evenly distributed in the trailer. If a trucking company overloads the cargo, the axles may fail, and the truck driver may be killed in an accident. Cargo that is not evenly secured can move around the trailer, potentially causing it to fall out of line with the tractor and forming a jackknife.

Inadequate Vehicle Inspection. It is the responsibility of trucking companies to put safe trucks on the road. They are responsible for performing routine maintenance and inspecting the trucks to ensure they are roadworthy. If this process is rushed or skipped entirely, a dangerous truck may be put on the road. The trucker may notice that their brakes aren’t working or that their headlights aren’t working.

Those who manufacture truck auto parts may also be to blame. A manufacturing company that sells faulty auto parts may put truck drivers at risk of losing control on the road. This could be a problem with the brakes, steering, or engine. Any problem has the potential to cause an accident.

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Amputated limbs

Whiplash is a type of neck injury.

Concussions and brain injuries are examples of head injuries.

Bone fractures

Burn injuries

Injuries that are crushing

Soft tissue damage

Damage to the spinal cord and paralysis

Wrongful death, among other things.

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Damage to the vehicle

Past and future medical expenses

Wrongful death compensation for fatalities

Past and future pain and suffering

Loss of earning capacity in the past and in the future

Other types of harm include mental anguish, disfigurement, and physical impairment

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