On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents.
Semi-truck drivers have a big responsibility as they navigate the roadways in large vehicles that are transporting heavy loads. All truckers must be well rested and able to react in an appropriate manner when obstacles appear while they are driving. When truckers aren’t well rested, they might not have the reaction time that is necessary to avoid an accident.
We know that truckers don’t set out on the roadways planning to get into an accident; however,trucker fatigue is the cause of many accidents. For people who are injured in an accident that is caused by a fatigued trucker, seeking medical care is a priority. Once medical care is obtained, the victim might start to explore the possibility of seeking compensation.
One aspect of seeking compensation that you should be aware of is that you will have to name defendants. This means that you have to determine who should be held liable for the accident. While the obvious answer might be the trucker, that isn’t always the case. Insurance companies and trucking companies might also be liable for the damages associated with the accident.
Regulations and delivery deadlines set by the trucking company might cause the driver to operate the semi-truck while fatigued. We can help you to determine who to hold accountable for the accident. From there, we can help you as the case moves forward.
When you are injured in a semi-truck accident, you should get to work on your personal injury case right away. Swift action can help to ensure that evidence is preserved. That evidence can be the key to your case.
