Dallas Personal Injury Attorney
Truck Accidents
Because
of the size and weight of large trucks, accidents involving them can lead
to catastrophic injuries or death. According to the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration, one out of nine traffic fatalities in 2006 resulted
from a collision involving a large truck.
The trucking industry is regulated by state & federal laws that govern such things as rest breaks for drivers, the keeping of log books, weight limits for trucks, and the training and hiring of drivers. Many trucking accidents are the result of driver fatigue or the use of illegal drugs by drivers to help keep them awake on the road. Drivers and the trucking companies may also falsify log books in order to avoid responsibility for an accident and possibly losing their license.
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a large truck,
you need an experienced lawyer to act quickly in order to preserve evidence
for your case. Contact the Gerron Law Firm today for a free consultation
and evaluation of your case.