What are the most common causes of truck accidents?
Truck accidents can be the result of a wide variety of causes, such as:
- Improper maintenance
- Cargo not loaded properly
- Tire defects
- Brake failure
- Insufficient lights, reflectors and mirrors on the truck
- Violations of federal motor carrier safety regulations
Accidents can also be the result of negligence on the part of the driver, including:
- Sleep deprivation
- Driving while impaired by alcohol, drugs or prescription medication
- Improper lane changes or wide turns
- Aggressive or distracted driving
- Violating driving hours regulations
Working with well-trained investigators, Attorney Carlos A. Leon will collect and examine all the evidence available in your case. He skilled in accident reconstruction and will analyze the driver’s logs, truck maintenance records, police reports, witness statements, and all other available evidence.
His goal is to discover exactly how the accident occurred, who was at fault, and what sources of insurance are available to compensate you for your medical bills, future medical needs, lost wages, pain, suffering and other damages. We will pursue your claim to trial, if necessary, and you will always have the final say about how to proceed with your case. We also handle wrongful death claims after fatal truck accidents.
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If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact The Leon Law Firm, P.C. today for a free initial consultation.
