Reasons To Hire A Lawyer After A Trucking Accident
Brian O Sutter
Accident Lawyers
As Americans, we are used to sharing our roads with big trucks. They transport goods from one location to the next, while driving through snow, rain, and on some days, sunny conditions. Failing to have these deliveries would put our economy in a state of chaos and confusion. However, these vehicles are huge, especially when compared to an ordinary car, truck, or van, and being involved in an accident with an eighteen-wheeler can have a terrible effect on one's overall way of life. Aside from the physical ailments like broken bones, lacerations, and burns, a person can become affected mentally by the crash as well. The incident may lead to drivers being fearful of getting behind the wheel again, or it might cause them to have panic attacks after only seeing a tractor-trailer. The amount of work that these operators put in can result in drowsy driving, or it may cause their senses and reactions to become lax. Always attempt to keep your car out of a big rig's blind spot. The vehicles have multiple windows and mirrors to help their driver's get the best views, but if a human error occurs, they can quickly come into your lane. An impact with a tractor-trailer will send another car veering into oncoming traffic if a barrier is not present, or into an immovable object like a tree or concrete column. The tires may also roll over the top of your automobile, which will lead to substantial injuries or possibly even wrongful death. If you reside in Ft. Myers, Port Charlotte, or another surrounding area, give us a call to find out if you can receive compensation for your damages.
Dealing with the insurance company is a daunting task. Most people go through life without being involved in this type of altercation, and the entire process can seem somewhat overwhelming when they have to deal with it for the first time. The insurer tends to drag the case out while hoping that the plaintiff runs out of money and settles for a small compensation amount. Our law firm has the ability, monetary means, and experience to go toe-to-toe with these organizations. On many occasions, once they find out our lawyer is your representation, they will speed up the ordeal. They get to work coming up with a monetary sum because they would much rather come to an agreement than let us put our client in front of a jury.
Poorly maintained trucks pose a risk to everyone around them as well. A guard is supposed to be attached to the back of each trailer that prevents cars from rolling underneath the equipment, but many times these devices are inadequate and vehicles become trapped beneath the undercarriage anyway. Improperly mounted antennas, mirrors, or other accessories can fly through your windshield, which can stab someone, send glass flying, and lead to quite a chaotic scene. Offset loads tend to result in tractor-trailer's flipping when they go around sharp curves. A small vehicle that happens to be on the side of the rig will be flattened beyond recognition. These trucks deserve to be on Florida's roadways just like anyone else, but a certain amount of respect should be given to them while they are in your vicinity. Eighteen-wheeler drivers must also drive courteously, and ensure that they are operating on the appropriate amount of rest. Keep your head on a swivel while out on our Florida highways, be on the lookout for potential dangers, and hopefully, you will never be thrust into a trucking accident. However, we are only a phone call away if you ever need representation.