Any type of motor vehicle-related accident is capable of causing serious
injuries and fatalities. Some of the most deadly types of motor vehicle
accidents are
truck accidents, particularly those involving semis. It is not uncommon for semi trucks
to be carrying massive loads that can cause the semi to weigh in excess
of 80,000 pounds. Compared to the average car, which weighs a mere 3,000+
pounds, these types of trucks are extremely heavy and easily capable of
crushing another vehicle upon impact. With so much weight it can also
prove difficult, if not impossible, for semi drivers to maneuver and stop
their vehicles quickly should it be necessary, adding to the risks to
other drivers. Some of the most common causes of
semi accidents in Florida are:
- Truck driver errors
- Driver distraction
- Driver fatigue
- Lack of proper vehicle maintenance
- Inadequately secured cargo and materials
- Incorrectly loaded trailer
- Dangerous cargo
- Poor or unsafe weather conditions
- Improperly constructed or maintained highways and roadways
- Obstructions
- Driving too close
- Speeding
- Untrained or under-trained drivers
- Drug or alcohol use
- Failure to yield to a semi drivers' right of way
Any of the above situations are extremely dangerous, particularly when
high profile vehicles like semis are involved. If you have been seriously
injured in a truck accident, or you have a loved one who has sustained
fatal injuries, we urge you contact a
Brandon personal injury lawyer at Boohoff Law, P.A. as soon as possible. Pursing compensation after a
semi accident will require the assistance of an attorney that has experience
in dealing with commercial insurance companies. In a semi accident it
is likely that there is more than one party that could be held liable
for the damages in your case. Our firm is known for our in-depth investigations
into difficult injury cases, our aggressive pursuit of justice on behalf
of our clients and our commitment to doing everything possible to see
that our clients recover the maximum compensation for their case.
Contact us immediately for more information.