Naples Florida Semi Truck Injury Attorney
Accidents involving trucks are usually serious and sometimes fatal. Tractor trailers, 18 wheelers, semi trucks and other large commercial vehicles require a much greater stopping distance than cars. The heavier the truck, the greater the distance needed to stop. A fully loaded tractor trailer truck can weigh in excess of 80,000 pounds and if traveling at 55 mph can take up to 400 feet to stop. A passenger vehicle weighs around 4000 pounds and if traveling at same speed can stop in 130 to 140 feet.
If you have been injured in a trucking accident, turn to the Naples law firm of Zelman and Hanlon and you can rely on their many years of experience in all areas of motorvehicle accidents to review your case and advise you of your options.
Truck accidents can be caused by a number of factors including:
- driver fatigue or inattention;
- drunk driving/DUI, speeding or aggressive driving;
- excessive, unsecured or unbalanced cargo loads;
- improper truck or trailer maintenance;
- equipment failure, such as tire-tread separation, tire blowout or brake failure
Fault can also extend to other parties, such as the trucking company owner, the owner of the cargo, and the truck manufacturer. There are many state regulations for truck drivers, trucking companies and trucks, it is important to understand these regulations when seeking compensation for your injuries. To learn more about your rights and options contact our Naples Florida lawfirm today for a free consultation.
