Highway truck accidents
Highway truck accidents are among the most serious types of wrecks
Some of the congested highways in Los Angeles and Southern California, including I-5, I-710 and Highway 99 are prone to 18-wheeler accidents. Many truckers moving their cargo travel on these roads. Sometimes they are operating with overloaded trailers. They may be fatigued. They may be distracted or speeding as they try to reach their destination in time. Any of these factors put other drivers at risk.
California, along with Texas and Florida, leads the nation in the number of deadly wrecks involving commercial trucks. Most of these occur on the highway. At highway speeds, an 80-ton commercial truck colliding with a small passenger car or motorcycle can have tragic consequences. If you or a loved one was seriously injured or a loved one was killed in an 18-wheeler accident due to negligence, contact a California personal injury lawyer for a free consultation. The law is here to protect highway truck accident victims. Call (800) 576-3818.
Factors that lead to a highway truck accident
In California, operators have an obligation for safe conduct under the conditions prevailing at that time and place. For example, a truck driver may be observing the speed limit, but fails to slow down in time for congestion, road construction or other conditions. The trucker may be liable in a rear-end accident under California's standard of negligence.
Other factors that may play a role in a highway truck accident in California include:
- Driver fatigue
- Drugs or alcohol (DUI)
- Truck exceed legal hauling weight limit
- Improperly maintained brake system
- Excessive speed
Contact a car accident injury attorney
Injured in an 18-wheeler accident in California? Contact a truck accident attorney in Los Angeles who fights for justice. Contact the Law Offices of Mickey Fine. A knowledgeable accident attorney at our firm can help you pursue justice. Your initial consultation is free. You don't pay us any fees unless you win.
