Head-on truck collisions are among the most serious and often have catastrophic consequences for drivers and passengers. One of the primary reasons is the difference in size between an ordinary passenger vehicle and a truck, especially when it's a commercial-sized eighteen-wheeler. The devastation these kinds of trucks are capable of goes far beyond what might occur between two similar-sized vehicles, even with today's advances in safety features.
The sheer force and momentum of an 80,000+ pound big rig against a 6,000-pound passenger vehicle is no match, especially in a head-on crash. These kinds of accidents are often caused by driver fatigue, error, or some kind of mechanical or loading issue related to the truck. Suppose an issue like this was the cause of injury or death in your family. In that case, you could benefit significantly from the expertise of a Morgan and Morgan head-on truck accident attorney.
We help victims, and their families recover compensation for medical care, lost wages, pain, suffering, and more when negligent or reckless behavior by a driver or their employer is behind the accident. Truck drivers and trucking companies are responsible for using care on the roadways to ensure other drivers don't come to harm.
Truck Drivers and Trucking Companies Are Accountable for Their Actions.
Truck drivers and trucking companies take on a heavy responsibility when they oversee or operate these kinds of vehicles. Large commercial trucks are nothing less than lethal in the wrong hands or when companies cut corners that end up being safety violations to pad their bottom line. To operate or manage one of these vehicles requires great responsibility, and only those well-trained can recognize the awesome power and possible hazards of doing so.
One of the biggest dangers is when a driver doesn't respect traffic laws (including speed limits), signs, and signals that are in place for everyone's safety. Additionally, driver's have a responsibility and duty of care to avoid driving while overly tired and never to drive while under the influence of any substance that might hinder their ability to control their own actions and maintain command of the truck.
When truck drivers cause an accident because of reckless behavior, the law is straightforward and lays the responsibility at their feet. Still, if the company they work for or the truck manufacturer plays some part in the accident, they may share in the blame if something was out of the driver's control, such as a poorly maintained rig or faulty part. However, if a driver was clearly ignoring traffic laws and caused another party injury of any kind, the driver may be held liable to pay compensation.