Illinois Truck Accident Attorneys
A trucking accident occurs when a large vehicle—usually 10,000 or more pounds— collides with other vehicles or pedestrians. There are about 500,000 trucking accidents every year in the United States, and many of them result in fatalities. An eighth of all fatalities on the road involve a trucking accident of some kind.
The Illinois truck accident attorneys of Power Rogers & Smith have litigated hundreds of Illinois truck accident lawsuits and have achieved successful outcomes for their clients. Call the Chicago truck accident law firm of Power Rogers & Smith today toll free at (312) 236-9381.
Trucker responsibility on the road
Eighteen-wheelers and other large freight carriers require a certain level of responsibility from the people who operate them. The laws and guidelines surrounding trucking are critical to safety, especially since trucks often travel roads used mostly by smaller passenger vehicles. Very often, trucking accidents are caused due to negligent drivers, who are not adhering to safety regulations.
Frequent mistakes that lead to trucking collisions or accidents
Common mistakes made by truck drivers that frequently lead to trucking accidents include:
- Operating the truck while impaired, either by alcohol or other substances
- Driving while fatigued or experiencing sleep deprivation
- Use of prescription medication
- Speeding
- Depowering the front brakes
- Improperly loading and securing cargo
- Failure to perform pre-trip inspection of the truck
Read more about common causes of truck accidents in Illinois and what to do if involved in Illinois truck accidents.
Semi truck accident lawyer in Illinois will investigate to determine the facts
The semi truck accident lawyers of Power Rogers & Smith will fully investigate your particular incident, from the truck involved to the truck driver, the road conditions, the type of truck and weight (if applicable), the trucking company involved and their history, any insurance company, and law enforcement reports. Our Illinois truck accident attorneys have years of investigative experience and can assist you in any truck accident case.
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For legal help with resolving your truck accident case, contact our Illinois trucking accident attorneys today.
