Commercial truck drivers literally drive our economy. They carry goods across state lines and from coast to coast. Whenever you buy something in a store or online, it was most likely delivered by a truck.

However, because of tight deadlines, truck driving accidents are very common, and they are often fatal when they do occur. Truck driving accidents have many causes, and here are a few of the most cited reasons:

Truck Driver Fatigue: There’s no question that trucking can be grueling on the body. Truckers are often asked to work long hours to meet their scheduling deadline. Federal regulations require companies to limit truckers to 11 hours of driving after 10 hours of consecutive time off. However, this does not always happen, and when it doesn’t, an accident can occur.

Lack of Truck Maintenance: Truck companies must maintain their trucks to ensure that they are safe for driving. They must keep a record of their maintenance and repairs. If there is an accident due to equipment failure, the trucking company could be at fault.

Truck Driver Inexperience: Driving a commercial truck is way different from driving a passenger vehicle. It requires a high level of training, and even then that might not be enough.  If a driver is experienced with a specific road, it could cause him or her to misjudge a curve or turn, potentially causing an accident.

In the event that you or a family member gets involved in a truck driving accident where the driver or company was at fault, the Law Offices of Daniel J. Caplis wants you to know that you have rights. You can pursue a claim to recoup medical costs, lost wages, and other costs stemming from the accident. If you do want to pursue a claim, be sure to hire an attorney like Daniel J. Caplis to help you fight for justice.