On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents.
Truck accidents can cause devastation for the people who are in the other vehicles involved. Those people might opt to seek compensation for the injuries they suffer in the accident. It is critical that they understand some basic points about truck accidents before they proceed with the process of seeking compensation.
How are laws pertaining to truck accidents different from other accidents?
Semi-trucks and other large trucks are governed by state laws and federal laws. Some of these laws dictate how long the drivers can drive, as well as how much rest they must get in between shifts. Other factors, such as cargo securement, the air brake systems and the maximum weight limit of each truck including cargo, are also covered under these laws.
How is liability handled in truck accident cases?
When you are injured in an accident with a semi-truck, you have to show that your injuries were caused in the accident and that the accident was the fault of the semi-truck driver. In some cases, the legal concept of vicarious liability comes into the picture. This concept sometimes allows you to seek compensation from the trucking company because the trucker was an employee or representative of the company.
There are several factors that come into the picture when you are filing a truck accident claim. Learning about what factors you need to include in your case and how to ensure that those factors meet legal requirements is a crucial part of your case. For this reason, you should ensure that you fully understand all aspects of the laws that affect your case.
Source: FindLaw, “Truck Accident Law: What You Need to Know,” accessed Feb. 25, 2016
