Tucson Trucking Accident LAWYERS
Tractor-trailers and other heavy commercial trucks can do enormous damage in collisions with smaller vehicles and pedestrians. For that reason, there are strict safety rules and regulations that truck drivers and trucking companies must follow in order to protect others from injury.
At The Leader Law Firm, in association with Aiken & Scoptur, our Arizona truck accident lawyers help accident victims and their families hold negligent truckers and trucking companies accountable. For a free consultation with an experienced trial attorney, contact us today.
John Leader has significant experience in trucking cases. Combined with his extensive trial experience and background as a federal prosecutor, he will serve you well.
Seeking Compensation From Negligent Trucking Companies
Trucking companies have certain obligations under Arizona motor carrier safety regulations. When these companies do not live up to those obligations, they can cause severe, all-too-often fatal wrecks. The following are some major causes of truck accidents:
- Truck driver fatigue: Truck drivers are only allowed to drive for limited hours without taking breaks. Trucking companies, however, often push their drivers to work too many hours. Drivers who do so can get disoriented and even fall asleep at the wheel. Many drivers also deal with fatigue by abusing drugs and alcohol.
- Inadequate maintenance: Trucking companies are responsible for making sure their heavily used vehicles are adequately maintained, and truck drivers are expected to inspect key systems such as brakes and lights on a daily basis.
- Excessive and unsecured loads: When a truck is overloaded, the driver may not be able to stop it quickly enough and may have trouble making turns. Inadequately secured loads can also shift, causing drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
Our attorneys have a proven track record of helping clients get results in truck accident and other motor vehicle accident cases. If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a trucking accident, do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your options.
